- Brand: Losi
- Model Number: Z-LOS253024
- EAN: 605482295045
- Product Type: Shock Spring
- Spring Rate: Medium
- Colour: Silver
- Compatibility: Losi Super Rock Rey
- Component Type: Suspension spare part
- Manufacturer Recommended Price: £10.99
Overview
The Losi Shock Spring, Medium, Silver is an essential spare part engineered specifically for the Losi Super Rock Rey RC crawler. This replacement shock spring is a critical component for anyone maintaining or tuning their Super Rock Rey RC vehicle, whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast in the UK or someone looking to keep your rock crawling machine in peak condition. Shock springs are fundamental to your RC car's suspension performance, directly affecting how your vehicle handles terrain, absorbs impacts, and maintains control during demanding off-road adventures.
As a dedicated RC car spare part, this medium-rated shock spring in distinctive silver finish is designed to restore or upgrade your Super Rock Rey's suspension characteristics. Whether you've worn out your original springs through extensive bashing, need to replace a damaged component, or wish to fine-tune your vehicle's handling characteristics for different terrain types, this Losi shock spring offers a genuine manufacturer component built to OEM specifications. For RC enthusiasts across the UK seeking reliable spares for their crawlers and off-road machines, having quality replacement shock springs in various rates is fundamental to maintaining optimal performance and reliability.
The medium spring rate makes this an ideal choice for general-purpose rock crawling and off-road driving, providing a balanced compromise between responsiveness and stability. Whether you drive on rocky terrain, sand, mud, or mixed surfaces, the correct shock spring rate ensures your suspension responds appropriately to impacts whilst maintaining ground contact and traction. This genuine Losi component is the authentic choice for Super Rock Rey owners who demand factory-quality parts and consistent performance from their RC vehicles.
Key Features
- Medium Spring Rate — The medium rating provides balanced suspension behaviour suitable for general rock crawling and off-road driving, offering a middle ground between soft and stiff suspension settings that works well across varied terrain types and driving conditions.
- Silver Finish — The distinctive silver colour not only looks professional and matches Losi's quality aesthetic, but also helps with visibility and identification when servicing your suspension components.
- Genuine Losi Component — This is an authentic manufacturer part built to original Losi specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility with your Super Rock Rey and guaranteeing the suspension performance Losi engineers intended for this vehicle.
- Direct Compatibility — Engineered specifically for the Losi Super Rock Rey platform, this shock spring integrates seamlessly with your existing suspension geometry and damper setup without requiring modifications or adaptations.
- Suspension Tuning — Medium springs allow you to experiment with suspension setup and tuning, helping you optimise your vehicle's handling characteristics for different terrain, driving styles, and weight distributions.
- Wear Replacement — Springs gradually lose their tension and responsiveness through use, making replacement springs essential maintenance items for keeping your RC crawler performing at its best over extended periods.
Technical Performance
The Losi Shock Spring, Medium, Silver represents precision engineering applied to a fundamental suspension component. Shock springs are engineered to provide specific rates of compression and extension, directly influencing how your Super Rock Rey interacts with terrain. The medium rate chosen for this spring offers versatile performance across the range of typical off-road driving scenarios UK enthusiasts encounter, from rock crawling to general bashing. The silver finish is not merely cosmetic—it indicates a quality manufacturing standard and helps distinguish this component during maintenance routines. As a wear item subjected to constant compression and extension cycles during driving, shock springs gradually fatigues and loses tension, necessitating periodic replacement to maintain the vehicle's original handling characteristics and suspension responsiveness. By supplying genuine Losi components, we ensure that your Super Rock Rey maintains the exact suspension geometry and performance parameters its engineers specified, preserving the balance between ground clearance, approach angles, and overall stability that makes this platform so capable on challenging terrain.
What's in the Box
- 1x Losi Shock Spring, Medium, Silver for Super Rock Rey
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a shock spring and why does my RC crawler need one? — A shock spring is the elastic component within your suspension damper that returns the suspension to its original position after impacts. Springs work together with dampers (shock absorbers) to manage suspension movement, control body roll, maintain tyre contact with the ground, and absorb energy from terrain impacts. Without functioning springs, your RC car would not handle impacts effectively and would lose traction and control.
- How do I know if my shock spring needs replacing? — Signs that your shock springs need replacement include reduced suspension responsiveness, body sitting lower than usual, uneven handling between left and right sides, or visible damage to the spring coils. Springs gradually lose tension through use, reducing their ability to support your vehicle's weight and absorb impacts effectively.
- Why choose medium springs for my Super Rock Rey? — Medium-rate springs offer a balanced approach suitable for most driving conditions and terrain types. They provide better suspension response than soft springs whilst maintaining more ground contact and stability than stiff springs, making them ideal for general-purpose rock crawling, bashng, and off-road exploration across varied UK terrain.
- Are Losi shock springs compatible with other RC brands? — Losi shock springs are engineered specifically for Losi vehicles and use Losi's proprietary damper dimensions and mounting specifications. They are not directly compatible with other brands' RC cars without adapter hardware, so always ensure you purchase springs designed for your specific vehicle platform.
- How often should I replace shock springs on my RC car? — The frequency depends on how heavily you use your RC vehicle. Regular bashers and competitors may need to replace springs every few months, whilst casual drivers might extend that to a year or longer. Inspect springs regularly during maintenance routines and replace them whenever you notice reduced suspension performance or visible wear.
- Can I mix different spring rates on my RC car? — Technically yes, and some advanced drivers do this to tune handling characteristics, but mixing rates will create unbalanced suspension behaviour. For best results and consistent handling, use matching spring rates front and rear unless you have specific tuning reasons and experience to warrant different rates.
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 Losi Shock Spring, Medium, Silver: Super Rock Rey 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.
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