Overview
The Traxxas Nuts, 2.5mm nylon locking (12 pcs) TRX5158 are essential replacement fasteners for RC enthusiasts across the UK who demand reliability and precision in their RC models. Whether you're maintaining a Traxxas RC car, RC truck, or other RC hobby vehicles, these nylon locking nuts are critical components that keep your model secure during high-speed runs and demanding off-road conditions. Nylon locking nuts are specifically designed to prevent vibration-induced loosening, making them indispensable for anyone serious about RC performance and longevity.
These fasteners represent genuine Traxxas quality and engineering. When you're building or maintaining an RC model—whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or someone just getting into the RC hobby in the UK—having the right replacement parts on hand ensures minimal downtime and maximum enjoyment. The 2.5mm size is a common specification across many RC applications, making this pack a versatile addition to any RC spare parts collection.
This pack contains 12 individual nylon locking nuts, providing you with enough fasteners for multiple repair jobs or assembly tasks. The silver colour finish is standard for Traxxas components, matching perfectly with other genuine Traxxas parts and maintaining the professional appearance of your RC model.
Key Features
- Nylon Locking Design — The integrated nylon insert creates friction that prevents these nuts from loosening due to vibration and movement, which is absolutely critical when your RC car is experiencing the constant shock and impact of racing or bashing at speed.
- 2.5mm Size (M2.5) — This metric size is widely used across Traxxas RC models and many other RC vehicles, making these nuts suitable for a variety of assembly and repair applications throughout your RC collection.
- Pack of 12 — You receive a dozen nuts in this pack, providing sufficient quantity for multiple repairs or for stocking your spares box so you're always prepared when maintenance is needed.
- Silver Finish — The chrome-plated silver finish is corrosion-resistant and aesthetically consistent with genuine Traxxas components, maintaining your model's appearance and durability.
- Genuine Traxxas Component — As an official Traxxas part (TRX5158), you can be confident in the quality, fit, and durability of these fasteners for use on Traxxas RC vehicles.
Technical Performance
Nylon locking nuts are engineered to solve one of the most common problems in RC hobby use: fastener loosening caused by continuous vibration and impact. The nylon insert sits inside the nut and creates controlled friction as the bolt or screw is threaded through, effectively locking the fastener in place without deforming the thread. This is superior to simple nuts which can gradually work loose over time, potentially leading to parts separating during high-speed runs or jumps. The 2.5mm metric size (designated as M2.5) is precision-manufactured to exact tolerances, ensuring proper fit and function with compatible RC hardware. The silver colour indicates a zinc-plated or similar corrosion-resistant finish, protecting the nuts from rust and degradation when exposed to moisture during outdoor RC activities. For any RC car UK owner who regularly uses their models in varied weather conditions or who puts their vehicles through demanding terrain, having genuine locking fasteners is essential for maintaining structural integrity and preventing costly failures during operation.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Nuts, 2.5mm nylon locking — 12 pieces
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do I need nylon locking nuts for my RC car? — Standard nuts can gradually loosen due to constant vibration from your RC model during high-speed runs, jumps, and rough terrain. Nylon locking nuts have a nylon insert that creates friction, preventing the nuts from vibrating loose. This is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of your RC vehicle and preventing parts from falling off during operation.
- Will these nuts fit my Traxxas RC model? — Yes, these are genuine Traxxas parts (TRX5158) specifically designed for Traxxas vehicles that use 2.5mm (M2.5) fasteners. However, you should verify your specific model uses M2.5 nuts before ordering. These nuts are also compatible with many other RC brands that use standard M2.5 metric fasteners.
- How many nuts do I get in this pack? — This pack contains 12 individual nylon locking nuts, providing sufficient quantity for multiple repair or assembly jobs, or for stocking your RC spare parts collection so you're always prepared for maintenance.
- Can I reuse nylon locking nuts multiple times? — Nylon locking nuts can typically be reused several times before the nylon insert becomes too worn to function effectively. However, for critical applications and maximum reliability, many RC enthusiasts prefer to replace them with fresh nuts when servicing their vehicles.
- What is the difference between nylon locking nuts and standard nuts? — Standard nuts can loosen over time due to vibration, while nylon locking nuts feature a nylon insert that creates friction and prevents loosening. For RC applications where constant vibration is inevitable, nylon locking nuts are the superior choice for reliability and safety.
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 Traxxas Nuts, 2.5mm nylon locking (12 pcs) TRX5158 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: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX5158
- EAN: 0020334515803
- Product Type: Nylon Locking Nuts
- Nut Size: M2.5 (2.5mm)
- Nut Type: Locking
- Colour: Silver
- Flanged: No
- Quantity: 12 pieces
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
- We use trusted delivery partners to make sure your order gets to you safely and on time. We use DPD for next working day deliveries and Royal Mail for the 2 day option.
- As soon as your order is on its way we will send you a tracking number by email. If you provide your mobile number at checkout we will also send delivery updates straight to your phone so you can keep an eye on progress.
- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
