Overview
The FTX Servo Saver Post (2) - Vantage/Carnage is an essential replacement spare part for FTX RC enthusiasts across the UK. This pack contains two servo saver posts, designed specifically to protect your servo from damage during aggressive driving and impacts. Whether you're bashing through rough terrain with your FTX Vantage buggy, tackling challenging courses with your FTX Carnage monster truck, or pushing the limits of your FTX Outlaw, Banzai or Zorro models, these servo saver posts are crucial components that absorb shock and prevent costly servo repairs. For serious RC car UK hobbyists, having spare servo saver posts on hand ensures minimal downtime and maximum driving enjoyment.
FTX has built a reputation for delivering quality aftermarket parts and upgrades that enhance the performance and durability of ready to run RC vehicles. The servo saver post is a wear item that endures significant stress during normal operation, particularly when driving over bumps, landing from jumps, or experiencing collisions. By stocking genuine FTX replacement parts, you can keep your RC vehicle in peak condition and maintain the responsiveness of your steering system. This two-pack offering provides excellent value and ensures you always have a spare on hand when you need it most.
Whether you own a brushless or brushed RC model from the FTX range, investing in quality spare parts like these servo saver posts demonstrates a commitment to maintaining your vehicle to the highest standard. RC drivers across the UK trust FTX components for their reliability, fit and finish. These posts are engineered to match the exact specifications of your FTX vehicle, ensuring perfect compatibility and seamless installation without modification.
Key Features
- Two-Pack Quantity — You receive two servo saver posts in this package, providing excellent value for money and ensuring you always have a replacement ready when the original wears out or gets damaged during enthusiastic driving sessions.
- Genuine FTX Manufactured Part — These are authentic FTX components engineered to exact specifications, guaranteeing perfect fitment and reliability on your RC vehicle without requiring any modification or adjustments.
- Multi-Model Compatibility — Designed to fit a wide range of FTX vehicles including the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, Banzai and Zorro models, making this a versatile spare part for collectors and enthusiasts with multiple FTX RC cars.
- Servo Protection Function — The servo saver post design absorbs impact forces and shock loads that would otherwise be transmitted directly to your servo, extending the lifespan of your steering servo and preventing expensive damage repairs.
- Direct Replacement Part — As a chassis spare part, this component is a straightforward swap-out replacement requiring no special tools or technical expertise, making it ideal for both experienced builders and newcomers to the RC hobby.
- Affordable Maintenance Solution — At an economical price point, these servo saver posts represent excellent value when compared to the cost of replacing a damaged servo, making preventative maintenance a smart investment for any RC car UK driver.
Technical Performance
The FTX Servo Saver Post represents sound engineering design principles focused on protecting critical steering components in RC vehicles. When driving an RC car at speed across rough terrain, launching over jumps, or navigating through dense vegetation and rocky obstacles, the steering system experiences enormous shock forces. Without a servo saver mechanism, these impacts transmit directly to the servo gearbox, potentially causing stripped gears, bent servo horns, or complete servo failure. The servo saver post acts as a mechanical buffer, flexing and absorbing these forces before they reach the servo itself. This design philosophy has proven essential for RC car UK drivers who demand reliability from their vehicles. The posts are manufactured from durable materials engineered to withstand repeated impacts while maintaining their structural integrity across numerous driving sessions. Whether you're running a brushless or brushed motor system, on grass, dirt, concrete or mixed terrain, these posts provide consistent protection. The FTX Vantage and Carnage models in particular benefit from robust servo protection, given their high performance characteristics and the spirited driving styles they encourage. Replacement at the first signs of wear ensures your steering remains responsive and precise, critical factors for competitive racing and recreational bashing alike.
What's in the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a servo saver post and why do I need one for my FTX Vantage or Carnage? — A servo saver post is a suspension component that protects your steering servo from impact damage. When your RC car hits bumps, jumps, or obstacles, the servo saver post absorbs the shock forces before they reach your servo. Without this protection, you risk damaging your servo gearbox and servo horn, which are expensive to replace. This pack of two ensures you always have a spare when the original wears out.
- How do I know when my servo saver posts need replacing? — Signs of wear include visible cracks, permanent bending, or a noticeably softer feel in your steering response. If you've had significant impacts or crashes, inspect the posts even if they appear intact, as internal damage may not be immediately visible. Many RC drivers replace them proactively every season or after major impacts.
- Are these genuine FTX parts? — Yes, these are authentic FTX manufactured components listed with the official FTX model number FTX6240. Genuine parts guarantee perfect fitment and ensure your vehicle maintains manufacturer specifications and warranty compliance.
- Which FTX models are compatible with these servo saver posts? — These posts are compatible with the FTX Vantage, FTX Carnage, FTX Outlaw, FTX Banzai, and FTX Zorro models. Compatibility spans brushless and brushed variants, as well as RTR and kit versions of these vehicles.
- Will I need any special tools to install these servo saver posts? — No, these are straightforward replacement parts. You'll typically only need basic hex wrenches or screwdrivers that you already have in your RC toolbox. Installation is quick and requires no special knowledge or technical expertise.
- Are these posts suitable for both on-road and off-road RC cars? — Yes, FTX vehicles using these posts are employed in both on-road and off-road applications. The servo saver posts provide protection across all driving surfaces and conditions, from smooth track surfaces to rough terrain.
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 FTX Servo Saver Post (2) - Vantage/ Carnage FTX6240 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.
