Overview
The Traxxas Spacer, battery compartment (2 pcs) / foam blocks (4 pcs) / foam pad (2 pcs) TRX7717X is an essential chassis spare part designed specifically for Traxxas X-Monster RC cars and compatible platforms. This versatile accessory kit provides critical support and protection for your RC vehicle's battery compartment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of your model. Whether you're a seasoned RC enthusiast running your X-Monster on UK trails and backyard terrain, or you're discovering the world of RC cars for the first time, maintaining proper battery compartment configuration is crucial for reliable operation and extended component lifespan.
This genuine Traxxas spare part represents years of engineering expertise and quality assurance. The kit includes multiple foam components and spacers that work together to secure your battery in place, reduce vibration during operation, and protect sensitive electronics from impacts and environmental damage. For anyone serious about maintaining their RC car UK setup to factory specifications, or those looking to customise and upgrade their chassis for improved performance, this replacement kit is an indispensable addition to your spares collection.
Available through RC Model Shop as an authorised Traxxas dealer, this TRX7717X kit offers genuine Traxxas quality and reliability. Whether you need to replace worn foam components, repair damage from a crash, or simply upgrade your existing battery compartment setup, this complete spacer and foam block kit ensures your X-Monster continues to perform at its best on challenging terrain and demanding tracks.
Key Features
- Two battery compartment spacers — These precision-engineered spacers are designed to position your battery pack correctly within the chassis compartment, ensuring proper weight distribution and optimal centre of gravity for improved handling and stability during off-road driving.
- Four foam blocks — Durable foam blocks provide cushioning and vibration absorption, protecting your battery and electronics from shock loads during jumps, impacts and rough terrain navigation, whilst also helping to secure components in place during aggressive driving.
- Two foam pads — Protective foam padding lines the battery compartment to minimise movement and vibration, reducing stress on battery connections and extending the operational life of your LiPo or NiMH battery pack whilst providing additional impact protection.
- Genuine Traxxas component — This is an authentic Traxxas OEM spare part manufactured to exacting standards, ensuring perfect fitment and compatibility with your X-Monster chassis and maintaining your vehicle's performance credentials.
- Easy installation — The straightforward design allows quick and hassle-free installation, requiring no special tools or technical expertise, making it ideal for maintenance sessions and repairs at home or at the track.
- Enhances longevity — By providing proper battery compartment support and protection, this kit helps extend the life of your battery pack, receiver, and other sensitive electronics, ultimately providing better value for your RC investment.
Technical Performance
The TRX7717X battery compartment spacer and foam block kit is engineered with Traxxas' renowned attention to detail and commitment to quality. The foam components are specifically formulated to absorb vibration and impact forces whilst remaining lightweight enough not to negatively affect your RC car's performance characteristics. The two spacers are machined to precise tolerances, ensuring they align perfectly with the X-Monster chassis battery compartment mounting points. The combination of four foam blocks and two foam pads creates a layered protection system that distributes forces evenly across the battery pack, reducing stress concentration on any single point. This multi-component approach is particularly important for owners running high-performance LiPo batteries, which benefit from secure, vibration-free mounting to maintain consistent electrical output and safety. The foam materials selected by Traxxas are durable and maintain their cushioning properties through countless charge cycles and operational hours, whether you're running your X-Monster on UK tracks, cross-country terrain, or competitive race courses. Proper battery compartment support also contributes to improved handling by maintaining precise weight distribution, allowing you to fully exploit the chassis' suspension geometry and achieve better cornering performance.
What's in the Box
- 2x Battery compartment spacers
- 4x Foam blocks
- 2x Foam pads
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this battery compartment spacer kit compatible with my Traxxas X-Monster? — Yes, the TRX7717X is specifically designed for the Traxxas X-Monster chassis (TRX77036-4-WB). This is a genuine OEM Traxxas part that ensures perfect fitment and compatibility with all X-Monster variants and configurations.
- What is the purpose of the foam blocks and pads in this kit? — The foam components serve multiple critical functions: they secure your battery pack in the correct position within the chassis, absorb vibration and impact forces during operation, reduce stress on battery connections and electronics, and provide protection during crashes or rough terrain driving. This helps extend the life of your battery and receiver whilst maintaining optimal performance.
- Do I need tools to install this battery compartment kit? — No, installation is straightforward and requires no special tools. Simply position the spacers and foam components in the battery compartment according to your battery size and configuration. The intuitive design allows for quick, hassle-free installation suitable for maintenance at home or the track.
- When should I replace the foam blocks and spacers? — You should inspect the foam components regularly during maintenance sessions. Replace them if they show signs of compression, cracking, or deterioration that would reduce their cushioning and protective qualities. It's good practice to refresh these components annually or after heavy use periods to ensure optimal battery compartment protection.
- Does this kit work with both LiPo and NiMH batteries? — Yes, the TRX7717X spacer and foam block kit is designed to work with standard battery packs used in the X-Monster, including both LiPo and NiMH battery types commonly used in RC cars. The universal design ensures compatibility across different battery chemistries and capacities.
- Can I use this kit to repair damage to my existing battery compartment? — Absolutely. If your current foam pads are compressed, damaged, or missing, or if your spacers are cracked or worn, this genuine Traxxas replacement kit restores your battery compartment to factory specification. It's an affordable way to maintain your X-Monster rather than replacing the entire chassis.
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 Spacer, battery compartment (2 pcs) / foam blocks (4 pcs) / foam pad (2 pcs) TRX7717X 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: TRX7717X
- EAN: 020334771797
- Spare part type: Chassis spares
- Compatible with: TRX77036-4-WB Traxxas X-Monster Chassis
- Quantity included: 2 battery compartment spacers, 4 foam blocks, 2 foam pads
- Material: Foam and plastic spacers
- Application: Battery compartment support, vibration damping, impact protection
- Installation: No tools required
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