Overview
The Traxxas Steering Bellcranks assembly is an essential replacement part for serious RC enthusiasts running Traxxas monster trucks and short course trucks. This comprehensive steering component pack includes everything needed to maintain and repair your vehicle's steering system, making it an indispensable spare for any RC car UK collection. Whether you're a weekend basher pushing your brushless RC truck to the limit or a competitive racer demanding peak performance, keeping quality replacement steering parts on hand ensures your RC model remains in top condition and ready for action.
Steering systems on high-performance RC vehicles endure tremendous stress during aggressive driving, jumps, and impacts. The Traxxas servo saver mechanism is specifically designed to protect your expensive steering servo from damage caused by sudden impacts and crashes. This replacement bellcrank assembly provides you with a complete steering solution that includes a new servo saver, spring, drag link, support bracket, and precision-engineered hardware. For owners of Traxxas Maxx Slash and WideMaxx monster trucks, having these replacement parts available means less downtime and more enjoyment of your RC hobby.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine Traxxas parts because we understand that RC enthusiasts demand reliability and authenticity. This steering bellcrank assembly has been engineered by Traxxas to exacting standards, ensuring perfect fitment and performance across compatible models. Whether you're replacing worn components or building a backup parts kit for competition, this assembly delivers the quality and durability you expect from the world's leading RC manufacturer.
Key Features
- Complete Servo Saver Assembly — This kit includes a fully functional servo saver mechanism that absorbs impacts and protects your steering servo against damage, extending the life of expensive servo hardware and preventing costly repairs from crashes and collisions.
- Replacement Bellcrank Support — The bellcrank support bracket maintains perfect steering geometry and alignment, ensuring your RC truck maintains responsive and accurate steering control during aggressive driving and high-speed manoeuvres.
- New Servo Saver Spring — The included servo saver spring provides the proper tension and support for the servo saver mechanism, maintaining optimal steering feel and protecting servo components from shock loads during impacts.
- Complete Drag Link — The precision-engineered drag link connects your steering servo to the bellcrank assembly, transmitting steering commands with minimal play and ensuring crisp, responsive steering response for competitive performance.
- Precision Hardware Included — This assembly comes with two 3x20mm shoulder screws, which are critical fasteners that hold the steering system together with exact tolerances and prevent loosening during intense driving sessions.
- OEM Traxxas Quality — Every component in this assembly is manufactured to original equipment manufacturer specifications, guaranteeing compatibility and performance on your Traxxas vehicle without compromise.
- Multi-Vehicle Compatibility — This steering bellcrank assembly fits multiple Traxxas models including the Maxx Slash 1/8 4WD brushless short course truck and the WideMaxx monster truck, making it a versatile spare part for diverse Traxxas collections.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas steering bellcrank assembly represents precision engineering designed to handle the demands of modern high-performance RC trucks. Built with durable materials and engineered to exact tolerances, this replacement assembly ensures your steering system maintains perfect alignment and responsiveness. The servo saver mechanism is a critical safety feature for protecting your steering servo—one of the most expensive components on your RC vehicle—by absorbing impact forces that would otherwise be transmitted directly to the servo gears and internal components. The bellcrank support bracket maintains precise steering geometry, which is essential for maintaining straight-line tracking and consistent handling through turns. The included drag link connects your servo directly to the steering mechanism with minimal backlash, ensuring that every servo movement translates into accurate directional control. The two 3x20mm shoulder screws are precision fasteners that prevent loosening and maintain structural integrity during aggressive driving. Whether you're running a Traxxas Maxx Slash 1/8 4WD brushless short course truck at high speed or pushing a WideMaxx monster truck over rough terrain, this steering assembly delivers the durability and performance required for reliable RC operation.
What's in the Box
- Steering bellcrank assembly with integrated support bracket
- Servo saver mechanism with protective spring
- Complete drag link component
- Two 3x20mm shoulder screws
Frequently Asked Questions
- What models is the Traxxas TRX8946 steering bellcrank assembly compatible with? — This assembly is compatible with the Traxxas Maxx Slash 1/8 4WD brushless short course truck (all colour variants including Red, Green, Rock N Roll, and Blue) and the Traxxas WideMaxx monster truck (all colour variants including Rock N Roll, Green, and Red). If you own any of these Traxxas models, this is the correct replacement steering assembly for your vehicle.
- Why do I need a servo saver on my RC truck? — The servo saver is one of the most important protective components on an RC vehicle. Your steering servo is an expensive piece of equipment that can cost £40-60 to replace. The servo saver absorbs impact forces and shock loads that would otherwise go directly into your servo's internal gears and mechanical components. This protection means the difference between your servo lasting hundreds of hours of driving and your servo being destroyed in a single hard crash. For any serious RC enthusiast, having a functioning servo saver is essential.
- Is this a complete replacement for my steering system? — This assembly is specifically designed to replace the bellcrank, servo saver, and associated components on compatible Traxxas vehicles. It provides all the replacement parts needed for the steering bellcrank system, though you may need to check your specific vehicle's manual to ensure this is the complete solution for your model. The assembly includes the bellcrank, bellcrank support, servo saver spring, drag link, and necessary hardware.
- When should I replace my steering bellcrank assembly? — You should consider replacing this assembly if you notice loose or sloppy steering response, visible damage to the bellcrank or support bracket, a worn or non-functional servo saver, or if you've experienced a significant impact or crash that may have damaged steering components. Regular inspection of your steering system before and after driving sessions can help identify wear and prevent failures during important races or driving events.
- Do I need any special tools to install this assembly? — Installation of the bellcrank assembly typically requires basic RC tools including hexagon wrenches and a screwdriver. You should consult your Traxxas vehicle's manual for detailed installation instructions specific to your model. If you're unfamiliar with RC maintenance and repair, our experienced team at RC Model Shop can provide guidance or support to ensure correct installation.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — This is a replacement spare part rather than a complete vehicle, so it's intended for RC enthusiasts who already own a compatible Traxxas model. However, with proper guidance from manuals or experienced RC community members, even newer hobbyists can learn to install and maintain steering components. Understanding how to maintain and replace steering parts is a valuable skill that helps extend the life of your RC investment.
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 Steering bellcranks / bellcrank support / servo saver / servo saver spring / drag link / 3x20mm shoulder screws (2 pcs) TRX8946 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
- Part Number: TRX8946
- Spare Part Type: Chassis Spares
- Product Type: Steering Bellcrank Assembly
- Contents: Steering bellcrank, bellcrank support bracket, servo saver mechanism, servo saver spring, drag link, hardware
- Hardware Included: 3x20mm shoulder screws (2 pieces)
- Compatible Vehicle Models: Traxxas Maxx Slash 1/8 4WD 6S Brushless Short Course Truck (TRX102076-4-RED, TRX102076-4-GRN, TRX102076-4-RNR, TRX102076-4-BLUE), Traxxas WideMaxx Monster Truck (TRX89086-4-RNR, TRX89086-4-GRN, TRX89086-4-RED)
- EAN Code: 020334894601
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