Overview
The Traxxas Push rod (moulded composite) in striking red is an essential suspension component for RC enthusiasts maintaining their 1/16 scale Traxxas models. This genuine Traxxas spare part pack includes four push rods and eight hollow balls, providing everything you need to keep your E-Revo or Summit running smoothly. Whether you're a dedicated RC car UK hobbyist or someone who enjoys regular weekend bashing with your brushless RC monster truck, having quality replacement push rods on hand is crucial for maintaining optimal suspension geometry and handling characteristics.
Push rods are critical steering and suspension linkage components that directly affect how your RC vehicle responds to terrain and transmitter input. Over time, through regular use, crashes, or aggressive driving, these components can wear out or become damaged, compromising your vehicle's performance and handling precision. The moulded composite construction of these Traxxas push rods offers an excellent balance of durability and weight saving, making them ideal for both casual bashers and serious RC racers who demand reliable performance from their ready to run RC vehicles.
This is an official Traxxas product, manufactured to exacting standards and designed specifically for the 1/16 E-Revo VXL and Summit VXL models. Keeping genuine Traxxas spare parts in your toolbox ensures your RC car UK maintains factory-specification handling and performance. The bright red colour makes these push rods easy to identify, and the moulded composite material resists bending whilst remaining light enough not to add unnecessary weight to your suspension system.
Key Features
- Moulded Composite Construction — The push rods are manufactured from quality moulded composite material, which provides an optimal balance between strength and weight, ensuring your suspension operates efficiently without unnecessary mass that could affect handling dynamics and acceleration.
- Four Push Rods Included — This pack contains four complete push rods, giving you a full set of spares so you can replace worn or damaged components and maintain multiple vehicles or keep backups for competitive use.
- Eight Hollow Balls Included — Eight hollow ball joints are included in this pack, these critical pivot points connect your push rods to the suspension and steering components, allowing smooth articulation and precise vehicle control.
- Genuine Traxxas Product — As an official Traxxas spare part, this component is manufactured to exact OEM specifications, ensuring perfect fit and function with your 1/16 E-Revo or Summit without modification or adjustment.
- Bright Red Colour — The striking red finish makes these parts easily distinguishable in your spare parts collection, helping you quickly identify and locate them when you need replacements during maintenance or repair sessions.
- Perfect for E-Revo and Summit Models — These push rods are specifically engineered for the Traxxas 1/16 E-Revo VXL and Summit VXL models, ensuring complete compatibility and optimal performance with these popular electric RC monster trucks.
- Essential Maintenance Component — Push rods and ball joints are wear items that benefit from regular inspection and occasional replacement, particularly if you drive your RC car frequently or participate in competitive racing where precision handling is paramount.
Technical Performance
The moulded composite construction of these Traxxas push rods provides exceptional durability whilst maintaining lightweight characteristics essential for high-performance RC driving. The composite material has been engineered to resist bending under normal driving conditions whilst remaining flexible enough to absorb minor impacts without snapping. The hollow ball joints are precision-engineered to provide smooth rotation with minimal friction, ensuring your steering inputs translate directly and accurately to the wheels, which is critical for maintaining control of your brushless RC monster truck during high-speed runs or complex manoeuvres. These components are designed to work seamlessly with the suspension geometry of the 1/16 E-Revo VXL and Summit VXL models, which feature sophisticated suspension systems with multiple pivot points and articulation angles. The eight hollow balls included in this pack are critical wear items; they can loosen or wear over time with regular use, affecting steering response and suspension travel. By maintaining a spare set of these components, you ensure your ready to run RC vehicle maintains factory-specification handling characteristics and responsiveness. The push rods transfer suspension and steering inputs with precision, and any wear in these components directly impacts vehicle performance, so regular inspection and timely replacement is recommended for serious RC car UK enthusiasts who demand consistent, predictable handling.
What's in the Box
- 4x Moulded Composite Push Rods (Red)
- 8x Hollow Ball Joints
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Traxxas models are these push rods compatible with? — These push rods are specifically designed for the Traxxas 1/16 E-Revo VXL and Summit VXL models. The E-Revo VXL is available in purple and blue X variants, and these suspension components will fit both versions perfectly, making them essential spares for owners of these exciting brushless RC monster trucks.
- How often should I replace my push rods and ball joints? — Push rods and ball joints are wear items that require inspection regularly, particularly if you drive frequently or bash hard. If you notice your vehicle's steering feels less responsive, or if you spot visible wear, cracks, or looseness in the ball joints, it's time to replace them. Having spare push rods on hand means you can swap them out immediately rather than having your RC car UK sitting idle.
- Why is moulded composite better than plastic for push rods? — Moulded composite material offers superior durability compared to basic plastic whilst remaining lightweight, which is crucial for RC performance. The composite construction resists bending and cracking better than conventional plastic, meaning your push rods maintain their geometry longer, preserving accurate steering and suspension operation throughout your driving sessions.
- What do the hollow ball joints do? — The hollow ball joints are pivot points that connect your push rods to various suspension and steering components on your RC vehicle. They allow smooth rotation and articulation, enabling your suspension to work properly and your steering to respond accurately to your transmitter inputs. When these become worn, steering response degrades and suspension travel becomes restricted.
- Are these genuine Traxxas parts? — Yes, these are official Traxxas spare parts manufactured to exact OEM specifications. Purchasing genuine Traxxas components ensures perfect compatibility, optimal performance, and the quality standards you expect from the world's leading RC vehicle manufacturer.
- Can I use these on other Traxxas models? — These push rods are specifically engineered for 1/16 scale models, particularly the E-Revo and Summit. Whilst some Traxxas models share suspension components, always check your specific vehicle's parts diagram or consult with an RC specialist to ensure compatibility before purchasing spares.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the Traxxas Push rod (moulded composite) (Red) (4 pcs) / hollow balls (8 pcs) TRX7118 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX7118
- EAN: 0020334711809
- Part Type: Suspension Spare
- Scale: 1/16
- Compatible Models: Traxxas E-Revo VXL 1/16 4x4 RTR Brushless (Purple and Blue X variants), Traxxas Summit VXL 1/16 4x4 RTR Brushless
- Quantity: 4x Push Rods, 8x Hollow Balls
- Material: Moulded Composite (Push Rods)
- Colour: Red
- Component Type: Push Rod and Ball Joint Set
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