- Brand: ARRMA
- Product Type: Shock Rod End Set
- Model Number: Z-ARA-1495
- EAN: 5052127050104
- Spare Part Category: Suspension Spares
- Compatible Models: GORGON GROM 4X4 RTR (Red, Yellow, Bronze) - C-ARA2130T2, C-ARA2130T1, C-ARA2130T3
- Compatible Models: QUAKE GROM 4X4 RTR (Green, Red, Purple) - C-ARA2137T2, C-ARA2137T1, C-ARA2137T3
- Compatible Models: TYPHON GROM 223S BLX 4X4 (Blue, Red, Silver) - C-ARA2306ST2, C-ARA2306ST1, C-ARA2306T1
Overview
The ARRMA Shock Rod End Set for GROM is an essential suspension spare part designed to keep your RC monster truck performing at its best. Whether you're a dedicated basher enjoying weekend fun or a serious racer pushing your GROM to the limit, suspension components experience genuine wear and tear during regular use. This genuine ARRMA replacement part ensures your truck maintains optimal handling characteristics and suspension geometry, which are critical for consistent performance across all driving conditions. The shock rod ends are fundamental components that connect your shock absorbers to the suspension linkage, and keeping them in top condition is vital for maintaining the responsiveness and stability your GROM is known for.
If you're searching for genuine RC car spares in the UK, you've come to the right place. The Z-ARA-1495 is the correct replacement part for multiple GROM variants, including the GORGON GROM, QUAKE GROM, and TYPHON GROM models across different scales and specifications. Rather than accepting worn suspension components that compromise your truck's handling, investing in quality replacement parts keeps your RC vehicle performing like new. ARRMA parts are engineered to exact specifications, ensuring perfect fitment and reliability every time.
This shock rod end set represents excellent value for money, allowing you to maintain your RC monster truck without unnecessary expense. By replacing worn suspension components promptly, you'll extend the overall lifespan of your vehicle and enjoy consistently responsive handling. RC enthusiasts throughout the UK trust ARRMA genuine spare parts for their reliability and performance, and this component is no exception.
Key Features
- Genuine ARRMA Component — This is an authentic ARRMA spare part manufactured to the exact specifications required for your GROM, ensuring perfect compatibility and performance with no guesswork or risk of fitment issues.
- Compatible with Multiple GROM Models — The shock rod end set works with the GORGON GROM 4X4 RTR in Red, Yellow, and Bronze finishes, the QUAKE GROM 4X4 RTR in Green, Red, and Purple finishes, and the TYPHON GROM 223S BLX 4X4 in Blue, Red, and Silver variants, giving you flexibility across ARRMA's GROM range.
- Essential Suspension Maintenance — Shock rod ends are critical wear items that directly affect your truck's suspension geometry and handling characteristics, making regular replacement an important part of proper RC vehicle maintenance.
- Easy Installation — As a purpose-designed ARRMA spare part, installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with basic RC maintenance, allowing you to get back to driving quickly without extensive downtime.
- Affordable Pricing — At just £4.74, this suspension spare represents exceptional value and allows you to keep your GROM in perfect working order without breaking the bank on maintenance costs.
Technical Performance
The shock rod end set is a precision suspension component that plays a crucial role in your GROM's handling and ride quality. Shock rod ends experience constant stress during driving, connecting the shock shaft to the suspension linkage through a ball-and-socket or similar joint design. Over time, these components wear through normal use, and worn rod ends can result in loose handling, inconsistent suspension response, and poor shock performance. The GROM's suspension system is engineered to deliver responsive, predictable handling across all terrain types, from smooth tracks to rough off-road surfaces, and maintaining every suspension component in excellent condition is essential for achieving this performance. By replacing rod ends when they become worn, you'll restore the tightness and precision of your truck's suspension geometry, ensuring that your shocks work exactly as ARRMA engineered them to. This maintenance is particularly important if you drive frequently or in challenging conditions where suspension components experience higher stress. ARRMA's manufacturing standards ensure that replacement parts match the original specifications precisely, so you can be confident that your GROM will handle identically to when it was new.
What's in the Box
- Shock Rod End Set for GROM suspension system
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a shock rod end and why do I need to replace it? — A shock rod end is the connection point between your shock absorber and the suspension linkage. During driving, these components experience constant movement and stress, causing them to wear over time. Worn rod ends result in loose, unresponsive suspension handling and poor shock performance. Replacing them restores your truck's handling precision and suspension responsiveness, which is essential for both casual bashing and serious racing.
- Which GROM models is this shock rod end set compatible with? — The Z-ARA-1495 shock rod end set is compatible with GORGON GROM 4X4 RTR models in Red, Yellow, and Bronze; QUAKE GROM 4X4 RTR models in Green, Red, and Purple; and TYPHON GROM 223S BLX 4X4 models in Blue, Red, and Silver. If you're unsure whether your specific GROM variant is covered, please check your truck's model number against the compatibility list provided.
- How often should I replace shock rod ends on my RC monster truck? — The replacement frequency depends on how frequently you drive and the conditions you drive in. Regular bashing enthusiasts might replace rod ends every few months, while casual drivers may go longer. If you notice your suspension feeling loose or unresponsive, or if you see any visible play in the suspension linkage, it's time to replace your rod ends.
- Is this a difficult part to replace myself? — Replacing shock rod ends is a straightforward maintenance task suitable for anyone with basic RC experience and a few simple tools. Most GROM owners can complete this replacement in just a few minutes without needing specialist knowledge or equipment.
- Are these genuine ARRMA parts? — Yes, absolutely. The Z-ARA-1495 is a genuine ARRMA component manufactured to the exact specifications required for your GROM. Using genuine spare parts ensures perfect compatibility and maintains your truck's performance and durability.
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 Shock Rod End Set: GROM Z-ARA-1495 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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