Features
- Strong steel for long-lasting durability
- Precision manufactured for smooth operation and fast servicing
SPECIFICATIONS:
Diameter: 4mm
Length: 63mm
- Part Number: Z-ARA-1550
- EAN Code: 5052127049740
- Product Type: Hinge Pin
- Spare Part Classification: Suspension Spares / Chassis Parts
- Outer Diameter: 4mm (0.16 inches)
- Length: 63mm (1600mm stated in source, but this appears to be a data entry error - actual length is 63mm)
- Material: High-quality steel
- Quantity: 2 pieces per pack
- Manufacturer: ARRMA
- Compatible Vehicles: ARRMA FURY 223S BLX Brushless 2WD Short Course Truck RTR (blue and green), ARRMA FURY 2WD with and without battery/charger (blue, green, red), ARRMA QUAKE 223S DSC 2WD RTR Brushless Monster Truck (red, purple, green), ARRMA VORTEKS 2WD with and without battery/charger (blue, purple, orange)
- Features: Precision manufactured for smooth operation, fast servicing capability
Overview
The ARRMA Hinge Pin 4x63mm (2) Z-ARA-1550 is an essential replacement spare part for RC enthusiasts and competitive RC car UK builders who demand reliability and precision engineering. These high-quality steel hinge pins are direct replacements for the original kit-supplied items, ensuring your RC suspension components maintain optimal performance and smooth operation. Whether you're maintaining a ready to run RC vehicle or fine-tuning your setup for peak performance, having genuine OEM spares on hand is crucial to keep your model running at its best without downtime.
Hinge pins are critical suspension components in RC vehicles, connecting the suspension arms to the chassis and allowing smooth articulation during cornering and off-road driving. The ARRMA Hinge Pin 4x63mm is precision-manufactured to exacting tolerances, guaranteeing a perfect fit and fast servicing. This makes it an ideal spare part for anyone who regularly maintains their RC car, whether you're a seasoned competitor or a weekend basher enjoying your brushless RC truck or buggy on the track or in the field.
Compatible with a wide range of popular ARRMA vehicles including the FURY 223S BLX brushless short course truck, the QUAKE 223S DSC brushless monster truck, and the VORTEKS 2WD, this spare part is essential maintenance inventory for any RC modeller. By keeping genuine ARRMA spares in your repair kit, you'll ensure your RC vehicle maintains the performance standards it was engineered to deliver.
Key Features
- Strong Steel Construction — Manufactured from high-quality steel material, these hinge pins provide long-lasting durability and resistance to wear, ensuring they withstand the demands of regular RC driving, track racing, and competitive use without bending or deforming under load.
- Precision Manufacturing — Each hinge pin is manufactured to exact specifications with tight tolerances, guaranteeing smooth operation of your suspension and enabling fast servicing when maintenance is required, keeping your RC car performing consistently.
- Direct OEM Replacement — These are genuine ARRMA factory parts designed specifically to replace worn or damaged original hinge pins, ensuring perfect compatibility and maintaining the integrity of your suspension geometry and handling characteristics.
- Smooth Articulation — The precision engineering ensures smooth pivot movement in your suspension arms, which is essential for consistent handling, predictable cornering, and optimal performance across all driving conditions.
- Fast Servicing — Being precision-manufactured to exact dimensions, these hinge pins enable quick and straightforward replacement during routine maintenance, minimising downtime between driving sessions and keeping your RC vehicle ready for action.
Technical Performance
The ARRMA Hinge Pin 4x63mm is engineered with meticulous attention to detail, featuring a 4mm outer diameter and 63mm length that matches original factory specifications exactly. The steel construction provides the strength and durability necessary to withstand repeated suspension articulation cycles during aggressive driving, whether you're running a brushless 2WD monster truck, a nimble short course truck, or any other ARRMA model in your collection. The precision manufacturing process ensures that each pin maintains exact dimensional tolerances, preventing excessive play in the suspension while allowing smooth, wear-free articulation. This is particularly important for maintaining consistent handling characteristics and predictable vehicle dynamics during high-speed runs or competitive racing. The robust steel material resists bending and permanent deformation, maintaining structural integrity even under the stresses of jumps, hard landings, and aggressive cornering typical of RC off-road driving. When suspension components like hinge pins wear or bend, they introduce slop into the suspension geometry, compromising handling and potentially causing uneven tyre wear and unpredictable behaviour. By replacing worn hinge pins with these genuine ARRMA parts, you restore your RC car's suspension to factory specifications and maintain the performance envelope your vehicle was designed to deliver.
What's in the Box
- 2 x ARRMA Hinge Pin 4x63mm
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which ARRMA RC vehicles are compatible with the Z-ARA-1550 hinge pins? — These hinge pins are designed as direct replacements for multiple popular ARRMA models, including the FURY 223S BLX brushless 2WD short course truck (available in blue and green), the FURY 2WD (available with or without battery and charger in blue, green, and red variants), the QUAKE 223S DSC brushless 2WD monster truck (available in red, purple, and green), and the VORTEKS 2WD (available with or without battery and charger in blue, purple, and orange). Check your vehicle's model number to confirm compatibility.
- Why do I need replacement hinge pins for my RC car? — Hinge pins are suspension components that experience significant wear during regular driving, as they support the weight of your RC vehicle and allow suspension arms to articulate during cornering and obstacle traversal. Over time, repeated stress can cause them to bend slightly or wear, introducing play into the suspension and degrading handling performance. Keeping spare hinge pins on hand ensures you can quickly restore your suspension to factory condition without extended downtime.
- Are these genuine ARRMA parts? — Yes, the Z-ARA-1550 is an official ARRMA spare part, manufactured to OEM specifications and ensuring perfect compatibility and performance with your ARRMA RC vehicle. Genuine spares maintain your vehicle's warranty and ensure optimal performance compared to aftermarket alternatives.
- How often should I replace my hinge pins? — Hinge pin replacement intervals depend on your driving frequency and style. Regular bashers and competitive racers should inspect hinge pins regularly for bending or wear, particularly if they notice loose suspension feel or handling changes. Most RC enthusiasts keep spare hinge pins on hand for quick replacement during maintenance sessions to minimise downtime.
- What tools do I need to replace these hinge pins? — Hinge pin replacement typically requires basic RC tools and is straightforward enough for most hobbyists. You'll need to access your suspension arms, remove the worn hinge pin, and insert the new one. Your vehicle's instruction manual will provide detailed guidance on the replacement procedure.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Whilst the hinge pins themselves are simple components, replacement requires basic mechanical knowledge and access to your vehicle's suspension. Beginners should refer to their ARRMA instruction manual or seek guidance from experienced RC enthusiasts. However, having spare hinge pins available is a sensible maintenance practice for all RC drivers, whether you perform the replacement yourself or have a local RC hobby shop assist.
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 ARRMA Hinge Pin 4x63mm (2) Z-ARA-1550 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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