FTX Aluminium Ballraced Steering Bell Crank RC Car Upgrade FTX6349

Overview

The FTX Carnage/Vantage/Outlaw/Zorro Aluminium Ballraced Steering Bell Crank (FTX6349) is a premium upgrade component designed for serious RC enthusiasts who demand superior steering response and durability from their ready to run RC cars. This aluminium steering bell crank represents a significant performance enhancement over standard plastic components, making it an essential upgrade for anyone running FTX models and wanting to maximise their machine's potential. Whether you're a weekend basher jumping your RC truck or a dedicated racer pushing your buggy to its limits, this precision-engineered steering component delivers the reliability and responsiveness that separates good RC cars from great ones.

Constructed from high-quality aluminium alloy, this steering bell crank features integrated ball races that eliminate the slack and wear associated with standard plastic pivots found on many ready to run RC vehicles. The ballraced design means your steering inputs translate directly to your wheels with minimal delay or play, giving you the crisp, responsive handling that makes the difference between winning and losing in competitive RC racing. This upgrade is particularly popular amongst UK RC enthusiasts who appreciate quality engineering and the performance gains that come from upgrading critical steering components on their FTX models.

Compatible with multiple FTX platforms including the Carnage, Vantage, Outlaw, and Zorro, this steering bell crank is the perfect tune-up option for anyone looking to enhance their RC car's steering precision. Verified user reviews confirm that this component is "a necessary upgrade for the FTX Carnage especially if you upgrade the motor and love to jump and bash your FTX Carnage" and that it "really improves steering" when fitted to other compatible models. The ballraced design also eliminates the frustration of lost E-clips that plague standard steering components during aggressive driving.

Key Features

• Aluminium Construction — Engineered from lightweight yet rigid aluminium alloy, this steering bell crank provides superior strength compared to plastic alternatives whilst keeping weight to a minimum, which helps maintain your RC car's balance and handling characteristics even during hard cornering and aggressive manoeuvres.
• Ballraced Design — The integrated ball races eliminate friction and wear at the critical steering pivot point, ensuring that your steering input is transmitted to the wheels with precision and minimal lost motion, delivering noticeably crisper and more responsive handling on the track or trail.
• No Lost E-Clips — The robust ballraced design eliminates the common problem of losing E-clips during jumps and bashing sessions, meaning your steering will remain securely assembled even during the most aggressive driving conditions that RC enthusiasts can throw at their vehicles.
• Multi-Platform Compatibility — This steering component is compatible with the FTX Banzai, Bugsta, Carnage 2.0, Carnage NT, Vantage 2.0, Zorro Trophy Truck (both brushed and brushless variants), and Zorro Nitro models, making it a versatile upgrade for multiple FTX platforms across different vehicle types.
• Performance Enhancement — User feedback confirms that upgrading to this ballraced steering bell crank results in noticeably improved steering response and feel, giving drivers greater confidence when cornering hard or making precise steering inputs during technical driving sections.
• Quality Upgrade Component — As an official FTX tune-up option, this steering bell crank meets the manufacturer's specifications and quality standards, ensuring reliable performance and compatibility without any modification (with the exception of minor trimming on certain models as noted by users).

Technical Performance

The FTX Carnage/Vantage/Outlaw/Zorro Aluminium Ballraced Steering Bell Crank represents a significant engineering upgrade from standard plastic steering components. The aluminium alloy material provides exceptional rigidity whilst maintaining a lightweight profile, which is critical for maintaining responsive steering feel across all driving speeds and conditions. The ballraced design is the key performance differentiator — traditional plastic bell cranks rely on simple pivot pins that create friction and gradually wear, introducing slop into the steering linkage over time. This slop is particularly noticeable in performance driving scenarios where precise steering inputs are essential, such as navigating tight technical sections or executing clean line through tight corners. The integrated ball races eliminate this problem entirely by using freely rolling bearings at the pivot point, which reduces friction to near-zero levels and ensures that every steering input from your radio transmitter translates directly into wheel movement with minimal delay. This creates the crisp, responsive steering feel that experienced RC drivers demand and that makes the difference between winning and losing in competitive racing environments. The component is manufactured to tight tolerances to ensure it fits perfectly with standard steering linkages on compatible FTX models, and the robust construction means it can handle the punishment of aggressive driving, hard landings from jumps, and the continuous stress of competitive RC racing without developing the play or wear that would compromise steering precision.

What's in the Box

• One FTX Aluminium Ballraced Steering Bell Crank component

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this steering upgrade suitable for my FTX RC car? — This aluminium ballraced steering bell crank is compatible with a wide range of FTX models including the Banzai, Bugsta, Carnage 2.0, Carnage NT, Vantage 2.0, Zorro Trophy Truck (both brushed and brushless electric versions), and Zorro Nitro models. Check the compatibility list to confirm your specific model is supported. Some users have reported successfully fitting these to additional models with minor trimming.
• What's the advantage of ballraced steering over standard plastic components? — Ballraced steering eliminates the friction and wear associated with standard plastic pivot pins, which means your steering inputs are transmitted to your wheels with minimal delay and no lost motion. This results in noticeably crisper steering response, better precision when cornering, and improved overall handling feel, which is particularly noticeable when driving aggressively or racing competitively.
• Will this improve my steering response for racing? — Yes, verified user feedback confirms that upgrading to this ballraced steering bell crank significantly improves steering response and feel. Users specifically note that these components "really improve steering" on compatible models, making them an essential upgrade for anyone upgrading their FTX car's performance or looking for better handling characteristics.
• Does this eliminate the E-clip problem? — Yes, one of the key advantages of this ballraced design is that it eliminates the frustration of losing E-clips during jumps and bashing sessions. The robust ballraced construction keeps everything securely assembled even during aggressive driving, which is a significant quality of life improvement for bashers and jumpers.
• What's the best way to fit this to my FTX model? — The steering bell crank is designed as a direct bolt-on upgrade for compatible FTX models. Some users have successfully fitted these to models with slight variations by carefully trimming the component using a rotary tool or similar equipment, though the standard fitment is straightforward on directly compatible models.
• Is this a necessary upgrade or optional? — This depends on your driving style and vehicle setup. For drivers who have upgraded their motor for increased power and speed, or who regularly jump and bash their RC car hard, this is considered a necessary upgrade to maintain steering reliability and responsiveness. However, even stock vehicles benefit from the improved steering precision and durability that this component provides.

Why Buy from RC Model Shop?

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