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Overview

The Traxxas Steering blocks, 6061-T6 aluminium (Orange-anodised) represent a premium upgrade for RC enthusiasts looking to enhance their vehicle's steering precision and durability. Whether you're an experienced RC car UK builder or someone new to the hobby of RC model racing, these heavy-duty steering blocks deliver the kind of performance improvement that makes a real difference on the track or trail. Machined from solid high-grade 6061-T6 aluminium and finished with a brilliant anodised coating, these components combine advanced engineering with striking visual appeal, giving your ready to run RC vehicle that extra touch of quality.

Steering blocks are a critical component in any RC vehicle's front suspension system, directly affecting how your car responds to steering input and how well it handles during aggressive manoeuvres. The original plastic steering blocks found on many RC models can flex and wear under repeated stress, particularly during high-speed runs or rough terrain bashing. By upgrading to these aluminium steering blocks, you're investing in components that will maintain precise steering geometry over thousands of runs, keeping your vehicle handling predictably and responsively lap after lap. These are genuine Traxxas accessories engineered and manufactured to the same exacting standards as your main vehicle, guaranteeing perfect factory fit and reliable performance.

The brilliant anodised finish isn't just about looks—it provides real protection against corrosion and wear, meaning your upgrade will maintain its finish and functionality for years to come. Available in eye-catching orange anodising, these steering blocks add a professional, high-tech appearance to your RC setup whilst delivering the durability that serious RC builders expect. Whether you're upgrading a 2WD Slash, Rustler, Stampede, or other compatible Traxxas models, these steering blocks are an essential component in any comprehensive durability upgrade package.

Key Features

• 6061-T6 Aluminium Construction — These steering blocks are machined from aerospace-grade 6061-T6 aluminium alloy, which is renowned in the RC industry for its combination of strength, weight efficiency, and precision machinability, ensuring your steering geometry remains rock solid under extreme driving conditions.
• Brilliant Anodised Finish — The premium orange anodised coating provides both aesthetic appeal and real protective benefits, resisting corrosion and surface wear whilst maintaining that high-tech, professional appearance that catches the eye at any RC track or gathering.
• Precision Machining — Traxxas engineers each steering block to exacting tolerances, ensuring that the mounting points, pivot holes, and steering arm attachment points align perfectly with your vehicle's suspension geometry for optimal handling characteristics.
• Left and Right Pair — The set includes both left and right steering blocks, allowing you to perform a complete front-end upgrade that ensures symmetrical steering response and balanced handling across both sides of your vehicle.
• Improved Steering Precision — By replacing flex-prone plastic blocks with rigid aluminium components, you gain sharper, more responsive steering feedback that allows for precise line placement and tighter cornering control, essential for competitive RC racing.
• Enhanced Durability — Aluminium steering blocks resist the impacts, flexing, and wear that plastic components suffer, meaning your steering geometry stays true and your vehicle maintains consistent handling throughout many hours of driving.
• Factory Fit Quality — As genuine Traxxas components, these steering blocks are engineered to integrate seamlessly with your vehicle's existing suspension and steering systems without requiring modifications or fitting compromises.
• Complete Hardware Included — The set comes with all necessary fasteners: four 3x12mm stainless steel screws with threadlock and two 3x15mm BCS screws with threadlock, allowing you to complete the installation without hunting for additional parts.
• Premium Construction Standards — Every steering block is manufactured to factory specifications with flawless finish, ensuring that the quality of this upgrade matches the precision you expect from genuine Traxxas accessories.

Technical Performance

These aluminium steering blocks represent a significant engineering upgrade over standard plastic components. The 6061-T6 aluminium alloy used in their construction offers a superior strength-to-weight ratio compared to conventional plastics, providing rigid support for your steering linkages whilst adding minimal rotational mass. The material's inherent stiffness eliminates the flex and compliance present in plastic blocks, which means steering inputs translate more directly into wheel movement without the small delays and inconsistencies that can accumulate during a driving session. The precision machining ensures that all critical mounting surfaces maintain perfect alignment with your vehicle's front suspension geometry, preserving the carefully calibrated caster, camber, and toe angles that Traxxas engineers into their suspension designs. The brilliant anodised finish achieves a hardness rating that provides genuine corrosion protection, particularly important for UK RC enthusiasts who may encounter damp conditions during outdoor running. When installed correctly using the included stainless steel fasteners with threadlock compound, these steering blocks create a suspension component that can withstand the repeated impacts, steering articulation, and suspension travel demands of modern RC driving. The result is noticeably improved steering response, more consistent handling predictability, and steering geometry that remains stable over extended driving sessions. This upgrade is particularly effective when combined with other front-end durability improvements such as heavy-duty shocks and reinforced suspension arms.

What's in the Box

• Left steering block (6061-T6 aluminium, orange-anodised)
• Right steering block (6061-T6 aluminium, orange-anodised)
• Four 3x12mm stainless steel screws with threadlock
• Two 3x15mm BCS screws with threadlock

Frequently Asked Questions

• What vehicles are these steering blocks compatible with? — These orange-anodised 6061-T6 aluminium steering blocks are designed for 2WD Traxxas models including the Slash, Rustler, and Stampede families. They are also mentioned as a durability upgrade option for Bandit and Drag Slash models when paired with Heavy Duty front arms, which provide the necessary clearance for full suspension and steering travel with the aluminium blocks.
• Why would I upgrade from plastic steering blocks to aluminium? — Plastic steering blocks flex under load, which compromises steering precision and causes steering geometry to shift during driving. Upgrading to 6061-T6 aluminium blocks eliminates this flex, delivering razor-sharp handling, more responsive steering feedback, and steering geometry that remains consistent throughout your driving session. The upgrade is particularly valuable for competitive RC racing where precision steering control directly impacts lap times and consistency.
• Will these steering blocks improve my RC car's handling? — Yes, these aluminium steering blocks will noticeably improve steering response and precision. By providing rigid support for your steering linkages, they ensure that steering inputs translate directly into wheel movement without the delay and inconsistency of plastic components. You'll notice sharper corner entry, more predictable mid-corner behaviour, and better overall handling stability.
• What is the difference between these and standard plastic steering blocks? — Standard plastic steering blocks flex under the loads generated during steering articulation and suspension travel, which causes small but cumulative errors in your vehicle's steering geometry. These aluminium blocks maintain perfect rigidity, keeping your suspension geometry precisely calibrated. Additionally, the 6061-T6 aluminium alloy resists impact damage and long-term wear far better than plastic, meaning your steering geometry stays true over thousands of driving hours. The brilliant anodised finish also provides superior corrosion resistance compared to unpainted plastic.
• Do I need any special tools to install these steering blocks? — Installation requires only basic hex key tools (the same tools you use for general RC maintenance). You'll need to disassemble your existing steering blocks and reassemble the vehicle with the new aluminium blocks in their place. If you're unfamiliar with this process, Traxxas provides exploded view diagrams for each model, and our team at RC Model Shop can provide installation guidance.
• What is the orange anodised finish? — The orange anodised finish is an electrochemically applied coating that provides both aesthetic and protective benefits. It's harder than painted finishes, more durable than bare aluminium, and resists corrosion and surface wear. The anodising also highlights the precision machining details of the blocks, giving them a professional, high-tech appearance.
• Are these suitable for beginners? — Whilst these are premium components, they are suitable for RC enthusiasts at any skill level. However, they're most appreciated by drivers who have experience with their vehicles and understand the importance of steering precision. Beginners will benefit from the improved durability and handling consistency, but may not immediately notice the performance differences compared to standard blocks.
• What hardware is included? — The set includes four 3x12mm stainless steel screws with threadlock and two 3x15mm BCS screws with threadlock. The stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance, and the pre-applied threadlock ensures your fasteners remain secure under repeated steering articulation and suspension movement.

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 Steering blocks, 6061-T6 aluminium (Orange-anodised) (left & right), 3x12mm SS (with threadlock) (4 pcs), 3x15mm BCS (with threadlock) (2 pcs) TRX10734-ORNG 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.