Overview
The Traxxas Housing, spool / spool shaft / bushing TRX8379 is an essential drivetrain spare part for RC enthusiasts maintaining and upgrading their Traxxas RC vehicles. Whether you're a serious competitor, a weekend basher, or someone who enjoys pushing their RC car UK to the limit, this genuine Traxxas component is crucial for keeping your model in peak condition. This is a dedicated spare part designed to replace worn or damaged spool housing assemblies, spool shafts, and bushings, making it perfect for anyone who wants to maintain factory-spec performance and reliability in their RC machine.
Traxxas is synonymous with quality, durability and precision engineering in the RC hobby world, and this spare part exemplifies those values. When your drivetrain components show signs of wear after intensive use, replacing them with genuine Traxxas parts ensures your RC car continues to perform as the manufacturer intended. This spool housing assembly is engineered to work seamlessly with compatible Traxxas models, maintaining smooth power delivery and reliable performance whether you're racing competitively or enjoying casual outdoor RC sessions.
As a dedicated spare part rather than a complete ready to run RC car, this component is ideal for experienced RC modellers who understand drivetrain maintenance and want to keep their vehicles running at optimum levels. Having quality replacement parts like this on hand means less downtime and more time enjoying your RC hobby. The Traxxas Housing, spool / spool shaft / bushing TRX8379 represents genuine engineering excellence and is an investment in keeping your RC setup reliable and performing at its best.
Key Features
- Genuine Traxxas Component — This is an official Traxxas spare part manufactured to factory specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility with your existing Traxxas RC vehicle and maintaining the precise tolerances and performance standards that Traxxas is renowned for.
- Complete Spool Assembly — The package includes the spool housing, spool shaft, and bushings all together, providing everything you need for a complete drivetrain repair without having to source multiple individual components separately.
- Drivetrain Reliability — The spool assembly is a critical component in your RC car's drivetrain system, responsible for transferring power smoothly to the wheels and managing rotational forces, making this replacement essential for maintaining performance and preventing mechanical failure.
- Precision Engineering — Traxxas components are manufactured to exacting tolerances using quality materials and processes, ensuring smooth operation, minimal play, and consistent performance across multiple runs and sessions.
- Easy Replacement — As a direct replacement part, this assembly fits exactly where the original component goes, making installation straightforward for anyone with basic mechanical knowledge and the appropriate tools.
- Cost-Effective Maintenance — Replacing worn drivetrain components like spool housings and bushings is far more economical than replacing entire transmissions or purchasing a new RC vehicle, extending the life of your investment.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Housing, spool / spool shaft / bushing TRX8379 is engineered as a precision drivetrain component designed to deliver reliable performance in demanding RC applications. This spool assembly manages the critical function of distributing power from the motor through the transmission to the wheels, a role that requires precise manufacturing and quality materials to maintain smooth operation and minimise wear over extended use. The bushings within the assembly provide smooth rotational support for the shaft whilst minimising friction losses, which is essential for maintaining efficiency and reducing heat generation during intensive driving. Traxxas employs robust engineering principles and materials selection to ensure these components withstand the stresses of both casual recreational driving and competitive racing scenarios. The spool housing itself is designed to contain lubricants effectively whilst preventing contamination from dirt, mud, and moisture commonly encountered during outdoor RC sessions. Whether you're operating your RC car in wet conditions, dusty terrain, or on smooth racing surfaces, this component maintains its performance characteristics. The inclusion of the complete assembly — housing, shaft, and bushings together — ensures that all mating surfaces are properly aligned and manufactured to work together seamlessly, eliminating any compatibility concerns and providing peace of mind that you're restoring your RC vehicle to factory specification.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas Housing, spool / spool shaft / bushing assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
- What vehicles is the Traxxas TRX8379 compatible with? — The TRX8379 is a genuine Traxxas spare part designed for specific Traxxas RC models. To ensure compatibility with your particular vehicle, we recommend checking your model's parts manual or contacting our knowledgeable team at RC Model Shop, who can confirm whether this component is the correct replacement for your specific Traxxas RC car or truck.
- How do I know when I need to replace my spool housing and bushings? — You should consider replacing your spool assembly when you notice excessive play or wobbling in the drivetrain, grinding sounds during acceleration, difficulty with smooth power delivery, or visible wear on the bushings or shaft. Regular maintenance and inspection of your drivetrain components help identify wear before it causes more serious damage to your RC vehicle.
- Is this difficult to install myself? — Replacing the spool housing, shaft, and bushings requires basic mechanical knowledge and tools such as hexagon keys, screwdrivers, and possibly a transmission stand to hold your RC model securely during work. If you're comfortable disassembling your RC car's transmission, this is a straightforward replacement. However, if you're inexperienced with RC maintenance, we recommend consulting your vehicle's manual or seeking assistance from experienced RC enthusiasts.
- Will this part improve my RC car's performance? — If your existing spool assembly is worn or damaged, replacing it with this genuine Traxxas component will restore your vehicle to factory performance specifications rather than improving beyond that. New bushings will reduce drivetrain play and noise, whilst a fresh spool housing ensures proper lubricant retention and power delivery, bringing worn vehicles back to optimal condition.
- What's the difference between the housing, shaft, and bushings? — The spool housing is the outer casing that contains the internal drivetrain components and retains lubricant. The spool shaft is the central rotating element that transfers power. The bushings are the bearing components that allow smooth rotation whilst minimising friction. Traxxas provides these as an assembly to ensure they're all perfectly matched and compatible.
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. 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 Housing, spool / spool shaft / bushing TRX8379 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 store — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX8379
- EAN: 0020334837905
- Part Type: Drivetrain Spares
- Component: Spool housing, spool shaft, bushing assembly
- Spare Part Category: RC Model Spares
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