Overview
The Traxxas Shock Tower (Rear) TRX5517 is an essential replacement chassis spare part for RC car enthusiasts and competitive racers across the UK. Whether you're maintaining your RC model car after intensive track sessions or repairing damage from bashful off-road adventures, this genuine Traxxas component ensures your vehicle maintains its structural integrity and suspension geometry. This rear shock tower is designed specifically for Traxxas RC vehicles, making it the perfect choice for anyone looking to keep their ready to run RC car in peak condition.
As a dedicated chassis spare, the rear shock tower plays a critical role in maintaining proper suspension alignment and vehicle handling characteristics. For serious RC hobbyists in the UK who demand reliability and authenticity, this OEM Traxxas part guarantees perfect fitment and performance. Whether you're a weekend basher enjoying high-speed runs across local tracks or a dedicated competitor preparing for the next race event, having genuine spare parts like this shock tower on hand ensures minimal downtime and maximum enjoyment of your RC car investment.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine Traxxas spares and replacement parts for all popular models. This rear shock tower is a critical structural component that may need replacement due to normal wear, impact damage, or routine maintenance schedules. By choosing the authentic Traxxas TRX5517, you're investing in quality engineering and ensuring your RC vehicle performs exactly as the manufacturer intended.
Key Features
- Genuine Traxxas OEM Component — This is an authentic manufacturer part, ensuring perfect compatibility and fitment with your Traxxas RC car, eliminating any guesswork or compatibility concerns that might arise from aftermarket alternatives.
- Rear Chassis Position — Specifically engineered for rear mounting, this shock tower maintains the correct suspension geometry and alignment at the rear axle of your vehicle, which is essential for consistent handling and steering response.
- Critical Structural Function — The shock tower serves as the mounting point for your rear shock absorber and connects the suspension system to the main chassis, making it a fundamental component for vehicle stability and performance.
- Ready-to-Install Replacement Part — As a direct replacement spare part, installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with basic RC maintenance, requiring no special tools or modifications to your existing setup.
- Durable Construction — Manufactured by Traxxas to withstand the stresses of RC driving, this component is built to handle repeated impacts and vibration cycles typical of RC car use.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Shock Tower (Rear) TRX5517 is engineered to precise specifications as a critical chassis spare component. As an OEM Traxxas part, it meets the manufacturer's exact tolerances and material standards, ensuring reliable performance in your RC vehicle. The rear shock tower functions as the structural mount point connecting your rear suspension system to the chassis, bearing significant loads during acceleration, braking, and cornering. The quality of this component directly impacts your vehicle's suspension geometry, ride height, and overall handling characteristics. For RC car enthusiasts across the UK who demand consistent performance and authentic parts, the TRX5517 represents the gold standard in replacement components. Whether you're running on tarmac tracks, carpet surfaces, or rough outdoor terrain, this genuine Traxxas spare ensures your suspension system maintains proper alignment and delivers the predictable handling you expect from your RC model car.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Shock Tower (Rear) — TRX5517
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why would I need a replacement rear shock tower for my RC car? — The rear shock tower can become damaged through impact, heavy use, or simply normal wear and tear. Replacing a damaged shock tower restores proper suspension alignment and ensures your RC vehicle handles predictably. It's one of the most important chassis spares to keep on hand for any serious RC enthusiast in the UK.
- Is the Traxxas TRX5517 difficult to install? — Installation is relatively straightforward for anyone with basic RC car maintenance experience. The shock tower mounts directly to the chassis at specific points, and provided you have the correct fasteners and a basic understanding of your vehicle's assembly, replacement can typically be completed without professional assistance.
- Will this shock tower fit other Traxxas models besides my vehicle? — The TRX5517 is engineered as a specific replacement part for certain Traxxas models. Always verify the part number matches your vehicle's documentation to ensure perfect fitment. Using the correct part number guarantees compatibility and prevents installation issues.
- What makes genuine Traxxas parts better than aftermarket alternatives? — Genuine OEM Traxxas parts are manufactured to the exact specifications your vehicle was designed around. This ensures perfect fitment, identical performance characteristics, and reliability. Aftermarket parts may fit loosely or affect your vehicle's handling and suspension geometry, potentially compromising performance and safety.
- How often should I inspect my rear shock tower? — After heavy impacts, crashes, or intensive track sessions, it's wise to inspect your shock tower for cracks or bending. Regular visual checks during routine maintenance can help identify problems early, preventing further damage to other components and maintaining consistent vehicle performance.
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 Shock tower, Rear TRX5517 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: TRX5517
- Part Type: Rear Shock Tower
- Category: Chassis Spares
- EAN: 0020334551702
- Component Type: Suspension Mount
- Position: Rear
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.
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