Traxxas Body Clip Retainer Red Pack of 4 TRX5752

Overview

The Traxxas Body Clip Retainer in red is an essential accessory for RC enthusiasts who want to keep their body clips secure and prevent them from getting lost during intense driving sessions. This practical pack contains four retainers, making it ideal for maintaining a collection of RC vehicles or ensuring you always have spares on hand. Whether you're a dedicated RC car UK hobbyist, a water-based RC boat enthusiast, or someone who enjoys experimenting with multiple ready to run RC models, these retainers offer peace of mind by keeping your valuable body clips safely tethered to your model.

Body clips are crucial components in the RC hobby, holding your vehicle's body panels securely in place during high-speed runs, jumps, and water-based operations. Without proper retention, these clips can easily become separated from your RC model and lost forever, requiring expensive replacements. The Traxxas Body Clip Retainer solves this problem elegantly by using a simple lanyard system that attaches directly to your RC vehicle's chassis, ensuring your clips remain connected at all times, whether you're bashing in the garden, racing at a local track, or operating your brushless RC boat on water.

Originally designed for compatibility with the Traxxas Spartan marine range, these retainers are versatile enough to be adapted for virtually any RC application where you want to prevent body clips from getting lost. The installation is straightforward, requiring only a simple 3mm hole to be drilled into your RC model's chassis to accommodate the lanyard attachment point. This makes them an affordable and practical upgrade that any RC hobbyist can implement in minutes, regardless of their experience level with RC modifications and tuning.

Key Features

• Pack of Four Retainers — This set includes four individual body clip retainers, providing excellent value and ensuring you have enough for multiple vehicles or backup replacements for your favourite brushless RC truck, buggy, or boat models.
• Bright Red Colour — The distinctive red finish makes these retainers highly visible and easy to locate on your RC model, ensuring you can quickly spot them during maintenance and preventing accidental loss in grass or workshop clutter.
• Lanyard Attachment System — The retainers use a proven lanyard design that tethers your body clips directly to your RC vehicle's frame, eliminating the possibility of losing these small but essential components during active use.
• Universal Compatibility — Whilst originally engineered for the Traxxas Spartan 2.4GHz TSM VXL-6S marine vehicle and the DCM M41 Catamaran, these retainers can be adapted for use with virtually any RC car, truck, buggy, or water-based RC model where preventing body clip loss is a priority.
• Simple Installation — Installation requires nothing more than drilling a single 3mm hole in your RC model's chassis to attach the lanyard, making this an accessible upgrade for beginners and experienced RC enthusiasts alike, without requiring specialized tools or expertise.
• Genuine Traxxas Quality — As an official Traxxas accessory, these retainers meet the brand's exacting standards for durability and performance, ensuring they will withstand the rigours of regular RC use and provide reliable service for years to come.

Technical Performance

The Traxxas Body Clip Retainer represents a simple yet effective engineering solution to a common problem faced by RC hobbyists across the UK and worldwide. The lanyard-based retention system is constructed with durability in mind, capable of withstanding the vibrations, impacts, and environmental stresses that accompany regular RC model operation. Whether you're running a high-performance brushless RC vehicle on a racing circuit, bashing through off-road terrain, or operating an advanced brushless RC boat on water, these retainers maintain their integrity and keep your body clips secure. The design accommodates standard Traxxas body clips and is compatible with multiple vehicle platforms including the Traxxas Spartan SR VXL marine models in orange, green, and red finishes, as well as the DCM M41 Catamaran range in both green and red variants. The 3mm hole requirement for installation means these retainers are compatible with most RC chassis materials, including polycarbonate, composite, and plastic bodies. The bright red colour coating is durable and resistant to fading from UV exposure, ensuring your retainers remain visible and functional throughout extended outdoor RC sessions. For owners of Traxxas electric RC models powered by Velineon brushless motors and modern ESC systems, these retainers provide an easy way to upgrade your setup without interfering with any mechanical or electrical components.

What's in the Box

• Four red body clip retainers with lanyard attachment systems

What You Need to Complete

• A 3mm drill or drill bit to create the mounting hole on your RC model's chassis
• Traxxas standard body clips (if not already installed on your RC vehicle)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will these body clip retainers fit my Traxxas Spartan RC boat? — Yes, these retainers were originally engineered specifically for the Traxxas Spartan 2.4GHz TSM VXL-6S marine model and are also compatible with the newer Traxxas Spartan SR VXL brushless race boat variant. Simply drill a 3mm hole in the designated location on your boat's chassis and attach the lanyard, and your body clips will be permanently secured to your RC model.
• Can I use these retainers on my brushless RC car or truck? — Absolutely. Whilst these retainers were designed for Traxxas marine models, they are versatile enough to be adapted for virtually any RC car, truck, buggy, or other RC vehicle where you want to prevent body clips from getting lost. The universal lanyard system works with any standard Traxxas body clip and requires only a simple 3mm hole drill point for installation.
• How do I install the body clip retainers on my RC model? — Installation is straightforward. Locate where you want to mount the lanyard on your RC vehicle's chassis (typically a reinforced area near the body clip attachment points). Drill a 3mm hole at this location, thread the lanyard through the hole, and attach it securely. Then simply clip your standard Traxxas body clips onto the clip points as usual, and they will now be tethered to your RC model.
• Are these retainers suitable for competitive racing as well as casual bashing? — Yes, these retainers are durable enough for both competitive racing environments and casual RC bashing. Whether you're racing your brushless RC model on a track or bashing it through rough terrain, the lanyard system will keep your body clips secure and prevent loss, which is particularly important if you're rotating between multiple vehicles or taking your RC to racing events.
• What makes these better than just holding spare body clips in my toolkit? — By tethering your body clips directly to your RC model with these retainers, you eliminate the risk of losing clips during active use, which happens frequently when body panels get knocked off during crashes or high-speed runs. This means you can continue enjoying your RC experience without the frustration of missing components and without needing to purchase expensive replacement clips.

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 Body Clip Retainer, Red (4 pcs) TRX5752 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.