RC vehicle shock springs are critical components that significantly influence a model's handling, stability, and overall performance. Selecting the correct springs ensures your RC car or truck navigates terrain effectively, maintains traction, and provides a more enjoyable driving experience. Understanding key spring characteristics will help you make an informed decision for optimal performance.
- 【Perfectly Fit】Compatible with Traxxas 1/5 X-Maxx 8S #77096-4, X-Maxx Ultimate #77097-4, X-Monster 8S #77136-4 #77036-4 (Will Not fit for 1/10 Maxx or GT-Maxx); OEM Part Number: 7766
- 【High-Carbon Spring Steel】Made from heavy-duty High-carbon Spring Steel (Bearing Steel), nickel-plated, these upgraded compression springs are designed to handle the constant compression and extension, and resist rust, corrosion, and wear, keeping...
- 【Know More About Specification】Free Length: 153mm/6.02 in (front & rear); Outer Diameter: 33mm/1.3 in; Inner Diameter: 27mm/1.06 in; Wire Diameter: 3.0mm/0.12 in
- 【Smooth Ends】The compression spring ends are finely ground for a smooth finish, providing a stable, secure base, ensuring consistent performance under heavy load
- 【Eliminate Bottoming-Out】Our 3.0 mm-thick shock absorber springs are a bit harder than stock springs (2.5mm), making no bottoming out on landings and big jumps, WHILE will not alter the original ride attitude
- 【Easy to Install】These ready-to-use linear shock spring set make upgrading your RC car's suspension simple for stronger performance
- 【Fights Fatigue】 Quick rebound after bumps. Resists sagging over time. Holds ride height run after run. Won't go soft easily
- 【What you get】2 front springs and 2 rear springs
- Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed: Come ZRRC to upgrade and DIY for your RC model vehicle. Reach us anytime for any questions or concerns! We're committed to provide knowledgeable assistance to swiftly address your product concerns, because your...
- Losi Tuning Spring Set (7-11lb/in, 2), On-Road: GROM, LOS-1933
- Made of high quality metal
- Easy to install and durable
- A package of five colors, feel free to change the color you like
- Preferred by knowledgable model hobbists & rc rnthusiasts
- 【HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS】:The shock absorbers spring is made of high quality materials,which is safe and reliable, strong and durable
- 【GOOD SHOCK ABSORPTION】:The RC vehicle shock springs have good elastic spring can effectively absorb vibration to achieve the effect of shock absorption
- 【EASY TO INSTALL】:The rear shock springs is easy to install and use, reasonable design makes it easy to install and disassemble, so RC damping spring is a replacement for damaged or old
- 【3 KINDS OF HARDNESS】:3 kinds of hardness springs have excellent damping effect, which can meet different needs
- 【UPGRADE SHOCK SPRINGS】:This shock absorbers spring is upgraded, the spring is longer and thicker, which is more suitable for the original vehicle's roadblocks passability
- ▶Replacement Shocks: These rc shocks replacement of stock parts# 5862 Compatible with1/10 Scale Traxxas Slash 2wd & 4x4 / Stampede VXL 2wd & 4x4 / Rustler VXL 2wd & 4X4 / Hoss 2wd & 4X4 VXL / Bandit 2wd & 4X4 Rally 2wd & 4X4 ,etc. it also fits for ARRMA...
- ▶【Pre-oiled Shock】 the shock absorber consists of shock absorber body and spring, these shock absorber are Pre-oiled, unique sealing design can ensure that the shock absorber does not leak oil, The body of the shock absorber is made of metal, which...
- ▶【Big Borel Shock】Big bore RC shocks tame the toughest terrain, specifically designed for heavy-duty off-road,truck vehicles, made of high-quality metal materials, CNC machined, built to handle the toughest terrain, superior impact resistance, heavy...
- ▶【Adjustable Shocks】 The body of the shock absorber has threads, through this part of the thread to adjust and fix the height position of the spring, in addition, the player can judge the body weight, road conditions and other precise adjustment of...
- ▶Shock Size: 2x Alloy front shock absorber (Total length:approx 100mm, eye to eye approx 90mm), 2x alloy rear shock absorber (Total length:approx mm 115mm,eye to eye approx 100mm), w/ balls and screws.
- Traxxas 7446 - GTR XX-Long Shock Springs, 0.874 Rate Black (2)
- Features: Steel construction White in color Dab of black paint on end of spring indicates compression rate
- Includes: (2) Shock Springs
- Specs: Length: 2.2" (57mm) Wire Diameter: 0.059" (1.5mm)
- Part number(s) included (in factory packaging): 7446
- 1.4 lb/in internal shock spring
- 53mm length
- 16 active coils
- 【Fit for What Model】Compatible with Arrma 1/7 Big Rock 6S; 1/7 Fireteam 6S; 1/8 Kraton 6S & 1/8 Kraton 6S V5 & 1/8 Kraton 6S V6 EXB & 1/8 Kraton 6S T1 EXB AVC; 1/8 Notorious 6S & Notorious 6S V5 & Notorious 6S V6; OEM Part Number...
- 【High-Carbon Spring Steel】Made from heavy-duty High-carbon Spring Steel (Bearing Steel), nickel-plated, these upgraded compression springs are designed to handle the constant compression and extension, and resist rust, corrosion, and wear, keeping...
- 【Know More About Specification】Free Length: front 80mm/3.15 in+rear 90mm/3.54 in; Outer Diameter: 25mm/0.98 in; Wire Diameter: 2.0mm/0.079 in
- 【Fights Fatigue】 Quick rebound after big bumps. Resists sagging over time. Holds ride height run after run. Won't go soft easily
- 【Eliminate Bottoming-Out】Our 2.0 mm-thick shock absorber springs are a bit harder than stock springs (1.7mm), making no bottoming out on landings and big jumps, WHILE will not alter the original ride attitude
- 【Smooth Ends】The compression spring ends are finely ground for a smooth finish, providing a stable, secure base, ensuring consistent performance under heavy load
- 【Easy to Install】These ready-to-use linear shock spring set make upgrading your RC car's suspension simple for stronger performance
- 【What you get】2 front springs and 2 rear springs
- Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed: Come ZRRC to upgrade and DIY for your RC model vehicle. Reach us anytime for any questions or concerns! We're committed to provide knowledgeable assistance to swiftly address your product concerns, because your...
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How to Choose the Best RC Vehicle Shock Springs
Spring Rate
The spring rate determines how much force is required to compress the spring a certain distance. A higher spring rate offers more resistance, which is beneficial for heavier vehicles, high-speed driving, or tracks with large jumps where bottoming out is a concern. Conversely, a lower spring rate provides a softer suspension, ideal for lighter vehicles or crawling over rough, uneven terrain where maximum articulation is desired.
Spring Length and Diameter
Ensure the springs you choose are compatible with your RC vehicle's shock absorbers. Shock springs come in various lengths and diameters to fit different shock bodies. Measure your existing springs or consult your RC vehicle's manual to find the correct dimensions. Using springs that are too long or too short can lead to improper shock function, affecting suspension travel and geometry.
Material and Construction
Most RC shock springs are made from durable steel, but the quality can vary. Look for springs made from high-quality spring steel that are precision-wound to ensure consistent performance and durability. Some springs may feature coatings to resist corrosion. The winding pattern (e.g., progressive or linear) also affects how the spring behaves under compression, with linear springs offering a consistent rate and progressive springs becoming stiffer as they compress.