Overview
The Traxxas Seal kit, receiver box (includes o-ring, seals, and silicone grease) TRX7425 is an essential maintenance component for RC enthusiasts in the UK who want to keep their sealed receiver boxes in perfect working condition. Whether you are a serious competitor running a high-performance RC car, a weekend basher enjoying off-road adventures, or simply someone who wants to maintain their ready to run RC vehicle to the highest standard, this seal kit is the ideal solution for refreshing your receiver box seals. Over time, the seals and o-rings in your receiver box can wear out, lose their flexibility, or accumulate dirt and debris, compromising the waterproof integrity that protects your valuable electronics from moisture, water spray, and dust during outdoor racing and bashing sessions.
This genuine Traxxas seal kit is specifically designed to restore your sealed receiver box to factory specifications, ensuring optimal protection for your radio receiver and electronics. The kit is compatible with multiple Traxxas models including the Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL in Green (TRX74276-4-GRN) and the Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally BL-2S Rally Car in Red (TRX74154-4-RED), making it a versatile maintenance item for Traxxas RC car owners. By investing in this seal kit, you are taking a proactive approach to protecting your RC car's receiver box and extending the lifespan of your electronics, which can save you money on expensive repairs or replacements down the line.
RC Model Shop is your trusted UK RC retailer, stocking genuine Traxxas spares and maintenance components to help you keep your RC cars running at peak performance. Whether you need receiver box seals, differential components, shock oil, bearings, or any other spare parts, we have the inventory and expertise to support your RC hobby with quality products from authorised manufacturers.
Key Features
- Complete Seal Kit Contents — This seal kit includes everything you need to refresh your receiver box in one convenient package: a new o-ring for the receiver box lid, foam seal to ensure a watertight fit, and silicone grease to keep seals flexible and maintain proper waterproofing over extended use.
- Compatible with Popular Traxxas Models — Specifically designed for the Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL and Ford Fiesta ST Rally BL-2S Rally Car, ensuring perfect fit and performance with these competitive rally platforms and maintaining the sealed receiver box integrity they were designed with.
- Waterproof Protection Restoration — Over time, receiver box seals deteriorate and lose their effectiveness, allowing water and moisture to penetrate and damage your valuable electronics during wet weather driving or water crossings. This seal kit restores full waterproof protection to keep your receiver safe during all conditions.
- Genuine Traxxas Components — These are authentic Traxxas spares manufactured to OEM specifications, ensuring compatibility, quality, and reliability that matches your original equipment and maintains the performance standards your RC car was engineered for.
- Silicone Grease Included — The included silicone grease is formulated to condition and protect seals, preventing them from drying out, cracking, or becoming brittle, which extends the service life of the seals and maintains consistent waterproof performance throughout the season.
- Affordable Maintenance Solution — Rather than replacing your entire receiver box, this seal kit allows you to maintain and restore your existing receiver box to factory condition at a fraction of the cost, making it an economical choice for regular maintenance schedules.
- Easy Installation — Refreshing your receiver box seals is a straightforward maintenance task that most RC enthusiasts can complete themselves with basic tools, saving you time and labour costs compared to professional service.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Seal kit, receiver box represents the manufacturer's commitment to providing quality spare parts that maintain the waterproof integrity essential for modern RC cars. The receiver box sealing system uses a combination of an o-ring and foam seal to create a dual-barrier waterproof protection system that keeps out moisture, water spray, dust, and sand during aggressive driving sessions. The silicone grease serves as both a lubricant and sealant, allowing the o-ring and foam seal to compress and expand with temperature changes without losing their sealing properties. This is particularly important for UK RC enthusiasts who drive their cars in variable weather conditions, from cold winter sessions to hot summer racing days, where thermal expansion and contraction can stress seal materials. The combination of these three components — o-ring, foam seal, and silicone grease — represents the engineering standards that Traxxas has built into their sealed receiver box design, and replacing them periodically ensures your receiver box continues to perform as originally engineered. For Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally models and other vehicles equipped with sealed receiver boxes, maintaining these seals is crucial for protecting expensive radio receivers and ESC components from the elements encountered during competitive rally racing, casual bashing, and off-road exploration.
What's in the Box
- Replacement o-ring for receiver box lid
- Foam seal
- Silicone grease for seal conditioning and waterproofing
Frequently Asked Questions
- How often should I replace the seals in my receiver box? — Most RC enthusiasts should refresh their receiver box seals annually or every 12-18 months of regular use, or sooner if you notice signs of seal degradation, visible cracks in the foam seal, or reduced waterproof effectiveness. If you frequently drive in wet conditions, dusty environments, or after water crossings, consider replacing seals more frequently to maintain optimal protection for your electronics.
- Will this seal kit fit my Traxxas RC car? — This seal kit is specifically designed for Traxxas models equipped with sealed receiver boxes, including the Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL (TRX74276-4-GRN) and the Ford Fiesta ST Rally BL-2S Rally Car (TRX74154-4-RED). If you own a different Traxxas model, verify that it uses a sealed receiver box before ordering, or contact our team for compatibility advice.
- What is the purpose of the silicone grease in this kit? — The silicone grease serves multiple critical functions: it lubricates the o-ring and foam seal to help them compress and seal properly against the receiver box, it prevents rubber and foam materials from drying out and becoming brittle, it fills microscopic imperfections in the sealing surfaces to enhance waterproof performance, and it maintains seal flexibility across temperature ranges, ensuring consistent protection whether you are driving in cold winter conditions or hot summer weather.
- Can I use this seal kit to repair a water-damaged receiver? — No, this seal kit is for preventative maintenance and refreshing existing seals. If your receiver has already been damaged by water, the electronics inside may be compromised and require replacement or professional repair. This kit prevents future water damage by restoring waterproof integrity to your receiver box before problems occur.
- Do I need any special tools to install these seals? — Installation is straightforward and requires only basic tools such as a small screwdriver to remove the receiver box lid and a clean cloth or paper towel to apply the silicone grease. No specialised equipment is necessary, making this a maintenance task most RC hobbyists can complete themselves in just a few minutes.
- Is this suitable for competitive racing? — Absolutely. Competitive rally racing and off-road racing environments expose your receiver box to intense water spray, dust, and moisture, making seal maintenance absolutely critical. This genuine Traxxas seal kit is designed to competition standards and is essential for maintaining the waterproof protection required for serious racing applications in the UK and beyond.
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 Seal kit, receiver box (includes o-ring, seals, and silicone grease) TRX7425 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: TRX7425
- Manufacturer Part Number: 3925
- EAN: 0020334742506
- Product Type: Receiver Box Seal Kit
- Contents: O-ring, foam seal, silicone grease
- Compatible Models: TRX74276-4-GRN (Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL Green), TRX74154-4-RED (Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally BL-2S Rally Car Red)
- Purpose: Refresh and restore sealed receiver box waterproof integrity
- Application: 3924 sealed receiver box and compatible Traxxas sealed receiver boxes
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