TRX9748-ORNG

Overview

Transform your RC car's steering precision and durability with the Traxxas Steering Link, a premium aluminium upgrade designed for serious RC enthusiasts across the UK. This high-performance steering component eliminates flex and dramatically improves steering response, making it an essential upgrade for anyone looking to enhance their RC vehicle's handling characteristics. Whether you're a competitive racer, weekend basher, or dedicated RC car UK hobbyist, this orange-anodised steering link delivers the strength and reliability you need for consistent, precise steering control.

Manufactured from high-grade 6061-T6 aluminium and finished with a brilliant hard-anodised orange coating, this steering link combines exceptional durability with eye-catching aesthetics. The 6061-T6 aluminium alloy is recognised across the RC industry for its superior strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion, making it the material of choice for performance-focused upgrades. This particular component is engineered to work seamlessly with your RC car's servo system, providing the rigid linkage necessary for responsive steering inputs and improved cornering performance.

This steering link is part of Traxxas's comprehensive range of aluminium chassis upgrades available to RC car enthusiasts in the UK. By upgrading from stock plastic steering components to this aluminium alternative, you'll experience noticeably improved steering feel, reduced flex under aggressive steering inputs, and enhanced overall vehicle control—critical factors whether you're tackling technical terrain or pushing for maximum speed on the circuit.

Key Features

• 6061-T6 Aluminium Construction — The steering link is machined from high-grade 6061-T6 aluminium, a military-spec alloy renowned for its exceptional strength and durability in RC applications, ensuring your steering system maintains rigidity even under extreme driving conditions.
• Orange-Anodised Finish — The brilliant hard-anodised orange coating provides both striking visual appeal and superior corrosion resistance, protecting the aluminium from oxidation whilst adding a professional, custom appearance to your RC car.
• Eliminates Flex — Unlike stock plastic steering links, this aluminium component resists deflection during aggressive steering inputs, delivering consistent steering response and improving your vehicle's handling precision on every drive.
• Includes Metal Servo Horn — The package includes a robust metal servo horn that works in perfect harmony with the aluminium steering link, ensuring smooth power transfer from your servo to the steering mechanism without slippage or wear.
• Complete Hardware Package — This upgrade arrives with all necessary hardware including two spacers, a 3x6mm screw with threadlock, and a 2.5x7mm screw with threadlock, meaning you have everything required for proper installation right out of the box.
• Precision Engineering — Each steering link is manufactured to exacting tolerances, guaranteeing perfect fit and function with your vehicle's existing servo and steering components, delivering factory-quality results without compatibility issues.
• Enhanced Steering Precision — The rigid aluminium construction dramatically improves steering precision by eliminating the micro-flex present in plastic components, allowing you to make more accurate steering corrections and maintain better vehicle control during competitive driving or challenging terrain navigation.
• Threadlocked Hardware — Both fasteners supplied with this kit include threadlock compound, preventing vibration-induced loosening during intense driving sessions and ensuring long-term reliability without requiring constant re-tightening.

Technical Performance

This Traxxas steering link represents a significant engineering upgrade over standard plastic steering components commonly found on RC cars. The 6061-T6 aluminium material specification is the same grade used in aerospace and automotive racing applications, chosen specifically for its superior modulus of elasticity—essentially meaning it resists bending far more effectively than plastic alternatives. When you accelerate, brake, or execute sharp turns in your RC vehicle, the steering linkage experiences tremendous forces. A plastic link will deflect under these loads, creating a lag between your servo input and the wheels' actual steering angle. This aluminium component maintains rigidity throughout the full range of steering motion, ensuring that every input from your servo translates immediately and accurately to steering action. The hard-anodised finish isn't merely cosmetic; anodisation creates a microscopically dense oxide layer on the aluminium surface that bonds at the atomic level, providing corrosion resistance comparable to stainless steel whilst maintaining the lightweight characteristics essential in RC applications. The inclusion of the metal servo horn ensures that power transfer from your servo remains consistent; plastic horns can develop microscopic cracks over time, leading to play in the steering system that degrades handling. Combined with the supplied spacers and threadlocked fasteners, this component represents a complete steering upgrade solution that will dramatically improve your RC car's responsiveness, especially noticeable during high-speed driving, technical cornering, or competitive racing scenarios.

What's in the Box

• Traxxas Steering Link in 6061-T6 Aluminium with Orange-Anodised Finish
• Metal Servo Horn
• Spacers (2)
• 3x6mm Screw with Threadlock (1)
• 2.5x7mm Screw with Threadlock (1)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What vehicles is this Traxxas steering link compatible with? — This steering link is designed to work with Traxxas RC vehicles that feature compatible steering systems. Before purchasing, verify that your specific model supports this steering upgrade by checking your vehicle's manual or contacting our RC Model Shop team. The universal design makes it adaptable across many Traxxas platforms, but confirming compatibility ensures you receive the correct fit.
• Why would I upgrade from plastic to aluminium steering components? — Plastic steering links flex under the forces generated during acceleration, braking, and cornering, creating delays between your steering input and the wheels' actual response. This aluminium link maintains rigidity throughout your entire driving session, resulting in noticeably sharper steering feel, improved cornering precision, and better overall vehicle control. For competitive racers, this translates to faster lap times; for bashers, it means more responsive handling and greater confidence when pushing your RC car to its limits.
• How difficult is it to install this steering upgrade? — Installation is straightforward for anyone with basic mechanical aptitude and a small set of RC tools. You'll essentially be removing your stock plastic steering link and replacing it with this aluminium component, then securing it with the supplied hardware. If you're unsure about the installation process, our experienced RC Model Shop team is available to provide guidance, and Traxxas publishes detailed exploded-view diagrams for most vehicle platforms.
• Does this upgrade require any modifications to my RC car? — In most cases, no modifications are necessary. This steering link is designed as a direct replacement for stock plastic steering components on compatible Traxxas vehicles. The supplied hardware matches standard fastener sizes, and the component integrates seamlessly with existing servo and steering arm configurations. However, always verify compatibility with your specific vehicle model before ordering.
• What does threadlock do on the included screws? — Threadlock is a special compound applied to screw threads that prevents vibration-induced loosening. During intense driving sessions, the constant vibration and impacts can cause fasteners to gradually work themselves loose. The threadlock on these screws chemically bonds to the threads, preventing this movement whilst remaining removable if you need to perform future maintenance. This is particularly important in steering components where any looseness directly impacts handling.
• Is this suitable for beginners? — Whilst this is a relatively straightforward upgrade, it's best suited to RC enthusiasts with some experience in vehicle maintenance rather than absolute beginners. The installation requires removing and reinstalling steering components and properly torquing fasteners. However, the comprehensive hardware package and straightforward design make it achievable for anyone willing to follow instructions carefully.
• Will this steering upgrade make my RC car faster? — This upgrade primarily improves steering precision and response rather than top speed. However, by eliminating steering flex, you'll achieve better cornering speeds and more consistent handling throughout extended driving sessions, as tyre grip and steering response remain optimised. Competitive drivers often find that improved steering precision indirectly leads to faster overall lap times through more efficient cornering techniques.
• How does this compare to other Traxxas steering upgrades? — Traxxas offers various steering component options, including different styles of bellcranks and drag links. This particular steering link focuses on direct steering linkage reinforcement with a complete hardware package. The advantage here is the comprehensive nature of the upgrade—you receive the steering link, servo horn, spacers, and all necessary fasteners in one package, simplifying the upgrade process and ensuring complete compatibility.

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 link, 6061-T6 aluminium (Orange-anodised) / servo horn, metal / spacers (2) / 3x6mm CCS (with threadlock) (1) / 2.5x7mm SS (with threadlock) (1) TRX9748-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.