Shock Shaft Pliers

[grihn]

I've rebuilt a few pairs of shocks now with just normal hand tools. It hasn't caused me any issues, but it leaves me wondering if it's not worth spending a few bucks on some shock shaft pliers. I'm looking at these Dynamite pliers (https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/shock-shaft-pliers-multi-tool/DYNT1260.html) but I'm wondering if there is something that's more recommended?

 

[Engineer]

I bought the Tekno tool. Aside from shock shafts, I’ve used the tool to put on rod ends, hold shock bodies in place (Tekno shocks have 17mm hex cuts on the bottom of the body) and to drive in/drive out rod end balls. It’s probably my most used tool next to my MIP hex drivers.

I think most have the same features so you’re fine with getting whatever brand.

 

[Adamj804]

The Techno one has been great for me.

 

[Yas]

They're overpriced IMO. Any tool or consumable with an RC brand labelled on it usually is!

I have ones identical to these - they're a much cheaper multi tool that does a great job gripping shock shafts, and are also great for holding connector plugs when soldering. You'll be far better off with it:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Clamp-fo...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

 

[Monster Dork]

That's the one I got from amazon. Does the job and is pretty cheap, has other useful tools as well. A soft-jaw plier with curved, fitted jaws is not going to cause any damage to the shock shafts. It's the right tool for the job, and makes the task easy.

 

[FlipSide]

I have a cheap Hobbypark from Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Hobbypark-Universal-Pliers-Multi-Function-Crawler/dp/B07VGSPYQP

Never tried another brand, so I can't compare, but these work well enough.

 

[gotnitro]

Never used specific shock shaft pliers.

I use the flat spot on a standard needle nose. Never failed me.

 

[grihn]

Never used specific shock shaft pliers.

I use the flat spot on a standard needle nose. Never failed me.

That's what I've been using, but I've acquired a bunch of points on Horizon and have been looking at some luxury items.

 

[Hammer Down]

I like the Tekno ones, cause I’m Boushy!

 

[pug]

I use pliers and a paper towel around the shaft, it works and causes no damage.

 

[Mazin]

That's the one I got from amazon. Does the job and is pretty cheap, has other useful tools as well. A soft-jaw plier with curved, fitted jaws is not going to cause any damage to the shock shafts. It's the right tool for the job, and makes the task easy.

Same here, Works fine and decent price

 

[HZRDOS]

That's what I've been using, but I've acquired a bunch of points on Horizon and have been looking at some luxury items.

It is really worth it to not damage the shafts. The aluminum can grip the shaft when you need to tighten down rods ends, etc - and will not scratch or cut into the steel shaft like normal pliers will.

 

[morrjr71]

I use the shock tools more often for removing and installing the pivot balls in the shock ends than I do for holding the shafts.

 

[slick2500]

I use my shock pliers all the time. The cheapo ones work fine no need to spend $20+ on a pair.

 

[katydon]

I've rebuilt a few pairs of shocks now with just normal hand tools. It hasn't caused me any issues, but it leaves me wondering if it's not worth spending a few bucks on some shock shaft pliers. I'm looking at these Dynamite pliers (https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/shock-shaft-pliers-multi-tool/DYNT1260.html) but I'm wondering if there is something that's more recommended?

Shop around if its at HH its over priced

 

[slick2500]

Shop around if its at HH its over priced

It's been nearly 2 years I'm pretty sure he's already bought one by now.