Plastic sliders vs metal ones

[Miata_meistro]

So for the scx 10 iii im looking for new sliders as I don't like the look and all I can find are aluminum ones. They look good but since they're metal won't the catch on rocks compared to plastic ones sliding off the rock?

 

[Doom!]

Plastic does slide better. Also depends what kind of rocks you have in your area.

 

[MrTitanium]

Plastic does the trick. All depends in the fit and travel too.

Personally, I’m fond of steel units as that’s what I installed in the center for my TRX4 Sport, Element Knightrunner, and CEN F450. Keep them well lubed and install a rubber boot as a precaution.

 

[Miata_meistro]

Plastic does slide better. Also depends what kind of rocks you have in your area.

Mostly rough rocks rocks like granite

 

[Doom!]

I say use 'em. I doubt you will have an issue other than them getting scratched up a bit. There are lots of steel sliders available but I personally wouldn't get aluminum if your terrain has sharp or rough rocks, aluminum tends to get sharp bits when it gets torn up.