500K CST Damping Grease

The Hobby Hideaway Verdict: Smooth and Responsive Rear Suspension! When you're dialing in the handling of your 1/28 scale car, finding the perfect roll rate is a balancing act. The 500K CST Damping Grease from Reflex Racing is a high-viscosity lubricant specifically designed to manage the rear suspension on chassis like the FX28. At Hobby Hideaway, we consider this grease an excellent middle-ground tuning option. It’s slightly lighter than the ultra-thick 1M grease, making it perfect for racers who want smooth damping but still need their chassis to react quickly through tight, technical sections.

Dial In Your Friction Damping In micro RC racing, friction damping on your rear pod controls how fast the chassis rolls during weight transfer. By applying this 500,000 CST grease to the hinge pins of your rear suspension, you create a smooth, controlled resistance. Because it’s a step lighter than the 1M option, it allows the rear pod to return to center just a bit faster. This gives your car a snappy, agile feel when transitioning through chicanes while still preventing the rear end from breaking loose.

A Little Goes a Long Way Just like the heavier greases, this formula is designed to stay exactly where you put it. A single tub will easily last you multiple seasons of racing, providing clean, consistent damping from your first practice lap all the way through the main event.

Key Features & Technical Specs:

• Medium-Heavy Viscosity: 500,000 CST rating provides a perfect balance of stability and responsiveness for medium-to-high grip tracks.

• Targeted Application: Specifically formulated for use on the FX28's rear suspension hinge pins.

• Versatile Tuning: An excellent choice for any 1/28 scale chassis utilizing friction tubes, discs, or kingpins that require smooth friction damping.

• Consistent Performance: Resists breaking down or running under friction, ensuring your car handles the same throughout an entire race.

Hobby Hideaway Pro Tip: If you find your car feels just a little too "lazy" or sluggish transitioning from left to right with 1M CST grease, dropping down to this 500K CST grease is usually the perfect fix! When applying, remember to start with a very thin, even coating. Always make sure to thoroughly clean your hinge pins or friction tubes with motor spray to remove any old, contaminated grease before applying the fresh 500K layer. A clean, perfectly damped pod is the key to locking into the groove!

Why buy from Hobby Hideaway? We aren’t just an online store; we are a racing community. Whether you are assembling a competitive 1/28 scale chassis, tweaking a classic kit, or fine-tuning your suspension damping, we provide the expertise to help you succeed. From technical advice to the best selection of Reflex Racing performance parts in Canada, we’ve got your back from the assembly bench to the finish line.

Join the Action at the Orleans Track! Ready to feel the difference perfectly tuned suspension makes? Bring your machine down to our dedicated indoor track at our Orleans shop. We host regular 1/28 scale racing events and practice sessions that offer the perfect environment to push your limits. Whether you’re dialing in your rear traction or learning the ropes from veteran racers, there’s no better place to be. Come join our growing community and experience the adrenaline of the track in person!