Overview
The FTX Tracer Steering Hubs (PR) are essential replacement components designed specifically for the FTX Tracer 1/16 scale RC monster truck and truggy models. These steering hubs form a critical part of the front suspension system, enabling smooth and responsive steering control during high-speed runs and technical driving. Whether you're a dedicated RC enthusiast in the UK looking to maintain your FTX Tracer or someone seeking replacement parts after wear and tear, these genuine OEM steering hubs are exactly what you need to keep your RC car performing at its best.
As a spare part for one of FTX's most popular 1/16 scale ready-to-run RC vehicles, these steering hubs are built to the same quality standards as the original equipment. The Tracer range has earned an excellent reputation amongst RC car enthusiasts across the UK for delivering outstanding performance and durability in both monster truck and truggy configurations. These steering hubs maintain that commitment to quality, ensuring you can rely on them for consistent steering performance whether you're bashing on weekends or pushing your vehicle harder during competitive runs.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine FTX components and spare parts for the full range of FTX vehicles, including the Tracer monster truck and truggy variants. Having the right spare parts on hand is essential for any serious RC car UK enthusiast, as it allows you to keep your vehicle in peak condition and minimise downtime. These steering hubs are an affordable way to maintain your FTX Tracer's steering geometry and responsiveness.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM FTX Part — These are authentic factory-manufactured steering hubs engineered specifically for FTX Tracer models, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with your existing suspension setup without any modification required.
- Compatible with Multiple Tracer Variants — These steering hubs work with the standard FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR monster truck models in orange, red and blue, as well as the brushless versions and the FTX Tracer truggy variants, making them a versatile spare part to have in your workshop.
- Critical Suspension Component — The steering hubs connect your steering linkage to the suspension arms and wheel hub assembly, making them essential for maintaining proper steering geometry and responsive control of your RC monster truck or truggy.
- Wear Replacement Part — Like all suspension components, steering hubs can wear over time with regular use, particularly the pivot points where they connect to the steering linkage and suspension, making replacement necessary to maintain steering precision.
- Affordable Spare — These hubs are supplied as a pair at an excellent price point, representing outstanding value for essential suspension maintenance on your FTX Tracer 1/16 scale RC vehicle.
Technical Performance
The FTX Tracer Steering Hubs are engineered as precision suspension components that play a vital role in the overall handling characteristics of your 1/16 scale RC monster truck or truggy. These hubs form the connection point between your steering servo linkage and the front suspension arms, transferring steering input directly to the wheels whilst allowing the suspension to articulate through vertical wheel travel. The design of these steering hubs is critical to maintaining proper steering geometry and response, ensuring that your RC car UK maintains crisp, predictable steering even during aggressive driving or rough terrain bashing. Over time, the pivot points and connection surfaces on these hubs can develop wear from repeated steering inputs and suspension articulation, which can gradually increase steering slop and reduce the responsiveness of your vehicle. By replacing worn steering hubs with genuine FTX parts, you restore the tight steering feel and precise control that makes the Tracer range so satisfying to drive. The Tracer monster truck and truggy platforms are known for their robust construction and forgiving suspension geometry, and maintaining these components with genuine spares ensures you preserve these excellent handling characteristics across all your driving conditions.
What's in the Box
- FTX Tracer Steering Hubs (PR) — one pair of genuine OEM replacement steering hub components
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Tracer models do these steering hubs fit? — These steering hubs are compatible with the full range of FTX Tracer 1/16 scale models, including the standard monster truck versions in orange (FTX5576O), red (FTX5576R) and blue (FTX5576B), the brushless Tracer models in yellow (FTX5596Y), blue (FTX5596B) and red (FTX5596R), and all FTX Tracer truggy variants in orange (FTX5577O), red (FTX5577R) and green (FTX5577G).
- How often should I replace my steering hubs? — Steering hubs should be replaced when you notice increased steering slop, loose or rattling steering response, or visible wear to the pivot connection points. Regular inspection during routine maintenance allows you to identify worn hubs before they significantly affect your RC car's handling.
- Are these OEM parts or aftermarket replacements? — These are genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) FTX parts, engineered to factory specifications, ensuring perfect fitment and performance on your FTX Tracer 1/16 scale RC monster truck or truggy without any modification or fitting issues.
- Can I upgrade to aluminium steering hubs instead? — Yes, FTX offers optional aluminium front steering hub carriers which provide additional strength and durability for high-performance applications, though the standard plastic hubs supplied with the Tracer are perfectly adequate for normal bashing and recreational use.
- What tools do I need to replace these hubs? — You will need basic metric hex keys and wrenches to remove the linkage balls and fasteners connecting your old steering hubs to the suspension arms and steering servo linkage, along with a hobby knife for any minor cleanup if needed.
- Will these improve my steering response? — If your existing hubs are worn, replacing them with these genuine FTX steering hubs will eliminate slop and restore crisp, responsive steering that makes your RC car UK feel tighter and more controllable in all driving conditions.
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 TRACER STEERING HUBS (PR) FTX9712 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.
- Brand: FTX
- Model Number: FTX9712
- Product Type: Steering Hubs
- Spare Part Type: Suspension Spares
- Scale: 1/16
- Quantity: Pair (PR)
- Compatible Vehicles: FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Monster Truck (orange, red, blue), FTX Tracer 1/16 4WD Brushless Monster Truck (yellow, blue, red), FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Truggy (orange, red, green)
- EAN: 5056135730348
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