- Brand: Losi
- Part Number: Z-LOS351000
- EAN: 605482060902
- Product Type: Servo Saver Bottom
- Material: Aluminium
- Compatibility: DBXL and MTXL
- Category: Chassis Tune-Up
- RRP: £32.50
Overview
The Losi Servo Saver Bottom Aluminium is a premium upgrade component designed specifically for DBXL and MTXL scale RC models. This high-quality replacement part is engineered to enhance the durability and performance of your RC vehicle's steering system. Whether you're running a dedicated basher, a weekend competitor, or maintaining a fleet of RC cars and trucks, this servo saver bottom offers the reliable protection your servo requires during intense off-road driving. Built from lightweight yet rigid aluminium, this component represents the kind of precision engineering that Losi is recognised for across the RC hobby world.
Servo savers are critical steering components in any serious RC car setup. They protect your expensive servo from shock loads and impacts that occur during aggressive driving, jumps, and terrain changes. The Losi Servo Saver Bottom Aluminium is specifically engineered to work seamlessly with DBXL and MTXL platform vehicles, ensuring perfect fitment and optimal performance. By upgrading to this aluminium component, you're investing in the longevity of your servo and the reliability of your steering system, making it an essential tune-up option for any dedicated RC enthusiast in the UK.
This is exactly the kind of performance upgrade that separates serious RC hobbyists from casual users. If you've experienced servo failures or noticed excessive steering slop in your DBXL or MTXL, this replacement servo saver bottom is the solution. RC Model Shop stocks genuine Losi parts, ensuring you receive authentic, factory-specification components that will integrate perfectly with your existing setup.
Key Features
- Aluminium Construction — Made from durable aluminium rather than plastic, this servo saver bottom provides superior strength and rigidity whilst remaining lightweight, reducing rotational inertia on your steering system and improving response times.
- Platform Specific Design — Engineered specifically for DBXL and MTXL Losi vehicles, ensuring perfect fitment and optimal alignment with your existing suspension and steering geometry without any modifications required.
- Servo Protection — The servo saver bottom works as part of your vehicle's servo protection system, absorbing and distributing impact loads that would otherwise damage expensive servo components during crashes, jumps and aggressive driving.
- Genuine Losi Component — This is an authentic factory Losi part, meaning it meets the exact same quality standards and specifications used in competition-grade RC vehicles, giving you confidence in durability and performance.
- Tune-Up Upgrade — Classified as a chassis tune-up option, this component allows you to customise and optimise your DBXL or MTXL for improved reliability and longevity without requiring a complete chassis redesign.
Technical Performance
The Losi Servo Saver Bottom Aluminium represents a precision-engineered upgrade for drivers who demand maximum reliability from their RC vehicles. Constructed from high-grade aluminium alloy, this component delivers superior performance compared to standard plastic servo saver bottoms. The aluminium material provides excellent strength-to-weight ratio, maintaining the structural integrity necessary to protect your servo whilst avoiding excessive mass that could negatively impact steering response. The component is designed to work within the servo saver mechanism, which functions by allowing controlled flex and movement in the steering linkage during impact events. This prevents sudden shock loads from being transmitted directly to your servo gears and shaft, which would otherwise cause internal damage and steering failure. The precision manufacturing ensures consistent fitment across all DBXL and MTXL platforms, maintaining critical tolerances that govern steering geometry, centering accuracy, and overall handling characteristics. For UK RC enthusiasts running brushless motors and high-performance setups, this type of servo protection becomes increasingly important as driving speeds and impact forces increase. The aluminium construction also provides superior durability compared to plastic alternatives when operating in wet or muddy conditions, which are common in the UK RC scene.
What's in the Box
- Losi Servo Saver Bottom Aluminium component
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a servo saver and why do I need one on my RC vehicle? — A servo saver is a mechanical component that protects your servo motor from damage caused by impact loads and steering linkage stress. When your RC car hits obstacles, lands from jumps, or experiences sudden steering jolts, the servo saver absorbs and distributes these forces rather than transmitting them directly to the servo. Without adequate servo protection, these impacts can break servo gears, strip internal components, and cause complete steering failure. This is particularly important if you're running a high-performance brushless RC setup where impact forces are greater.
- Why upgrade to aluminium from plastic? — Aluminium servo saver bottoms offer superior durability, rigidity, and longevity compared to plastic alternatives. Whilst plastic components are lighter, aluminium provides better impact resistance and maintains its structural integrity over extended use. For serious RC car drivers in the UK who invest in quality vehicles, upgrading to aluminium components represents excellent value for money through improved reliability and reduced maintenance costs.
- Will this fit my DBXL or MTXL? — Yes, this servo saver bottom is specifically engineered for DBXL and MTXL platforms. The design ensures perfect fitment without requiring any modifications to your chassis or steering system. Simply remove your existing servo saver bottom and install this aluminium replacement following standard Losi service procedures.
- Is this component difficult to install? — Installation is relatively straightforward for anyone with basic RC vehicle maintenance experience. As a direct replacement component, it simply takes the place of your existing servo saver bottom. If you're unfamiliar with RC servicing, the team at RC Model Shop can provide guidance and support to ensure correct installation.
- What models does this work with? — This servo saver bottom is compatible with Losi DBXL and MTXL scale vehicles. These are premium off-road RC platforms popular with serious hobbyists across the UK RC community. Always verify your specific model before purchasing replacement components.
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 LOS Servo Saver Bottom, Aluminum: DBXL Z-LOS351000 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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