Overview
The Traxxas Mounts, sway bar (front & rear) TRX9045 is an essential replacement chassis spare part designed specifically for Traxxas Jato 4x4 brushless RC buggies. Whether you're running a Jato 4x4 BL-2S or the higher-performance Jato 4x4 VXL with 4S LiPo power, this genuine Traxxas spare ensures your anti-roll bar mounting system remains in perfect working order. If you're serious about your RC car UK performance and handling characteristics, maintaining genuine OEM components like these sway bar mounts is crucial to preserving your buggy's suspension geometry and cornering stability.
Sway bars (also known as anti-roll bars) are critical suspension components that reduce body roll during cornering and enhance overall chassis balance. The mounts that secure these bars to your RC buggy's frame are subject to significant forces during aggressive bashing, racing, and high-speed manoeuvres. Over time, these plastic mounts can crack, break, or wear out, compromising your buggy's handling and potentially causing uneven suspension behaviour. The TRX9045 replacement mounts restore your Jato 4x4 to factory specifications, ensuring consistent performance whether you're a weekend basher enjoying off-road trails or a serious racer competing at the track.
This is an affordable yet essential upgrade and maintenance item for any Jato 4x4 owner in the UK. The ready to run brushless RC buggy market demands reliable spare parts, and Traxxas has engineered these mounts to withstand the demands of 1/8 scale 4WD racing and bashing. Keep a set in your spares box and you'll never be caught out by suspension damage that could have been easily prevented.
Key Features
- Front and rear sway bar mounts included — This single part number includes both front and rear anti-roll bar mounting points, meaning you can refresh your entire sway bar mounting system with one order, saving you money compared to purchasing separate components.
- Genuine Traxxas OEM component — As an official Traxxas spare part, these mounts are manufactured to exact factory specifications, guaranteeing perfect fit and compatibility with your Jato 4x4 chassis without any modifications or adjustments required.
- Compatible with multiple Jato 4x4 variants — Whether you own the Jato 4x4 BL-2S brushless model or the faster Jato 4x4 VXL with 4S LiPo power, these mounts work perfectly across all current Jato 4x4 brushless generations available in the UK market.
- Affordable replacement solution — Suspension damage doesn't have to mean expensive downtime; these replacement mounts provide cost-effective maintenance, keeping your RC buggy on the track or trail rather than sitting idle waiting for repairs.
- Essential maintenance spare — Every serious RC enthusiast should keep replacement suspension components in their spares collection; these mounts are exactly the kind of wear item that can fail unexpectedly during intense driving sessions.
- Restores factory handling characteristics — Damaged or worn sway bar mounts compromise your buggy's anti-roll bar effectiveness, leading to poor handling and unpredictable cornering behaviour; replacing them restores your suspension to optimal performance.
Technical Performance
The Traxxas Jato 4x4 is engineered as a serious 1/8 scale 4WD brushless RC buggy, with the BL-2S variant offering 2S LiPo compatibility and the VXL version stepping up to 4S LiPo power for extreme performance. These sway bar mounts are precision-engineered to handle the stresses imposed by brushless power, aggressive cornering forces, and high-speed impacts. The mounts must maintain rigid positioning of the anti-roll bars whilst allowing the suspension to articulate freely through bumps and jumps. Built from durable plastic composite materials selected for strength and longevity, these OEM Traxxas components are specifically designed to endure the demands of both casual bashers and competitive racers. The engineering ensures that whether you're pushing your Jato 4x4 to its limits on a race circuit or exploring rough terrain, the sway bar mounts will maintain the precise suspension geometry that Traxxas' designers calibrated for optimal handling balance. Genuine OEM spares like these maintain your buggy's structural integrity and ensure that all suspension tuning remains effective and predictable.
What's in the Box
- Traxxas front sway bar mount
- Traxxas rear sway bar mount
Frequently Asked Questions
- What models are these sway bar mounts compatible with? — The TRX9045 is specifically designed for Traxxas Jato 4x4 brushless RC buggies, including the Jato 4x4 BL-2S 1:8 4WD RTR Brushless Buggy in all colour options (Blue, Green, Red, Black) and the Jato 4x4 VXL 1:8 4WD RTR Brushless Buggy VXL-4S in all colour variations (Blue, Pink, Green, Orange). If you own any of these Jato 4x4 variants, the TRX9045 is your replacement solution.
- Why would I need replacement sway bar mounts? — Sway bar mounts endure constant stress during driving, especially during aggressive cornering, impacts, and high-speed manoeuvres. Cracks, stress marks, or complete breaks in these mounts will cause your anti-roll bars to sit misaligned, leading to handling problems, unpredictable cornering behaviour, and potential secondary damage to connected suspension components. Replacing worn mounts restores your suspension to factory specifications.
- Is this a difficult part to install? — These are straightforward chassis spares requiring standard RC maintenance knowledge. Removal of damaged mounts and installation of replacements is well within the capability of experienced RC enthusiasts, though if you're new to RC maintenance, the team at RC Model Shop can advise you on the installation process.
- Are these genuine Traxxas parts? — Yes, the TRX9045 is a genuine Traxxas OEM component manufactured to factory specifications. Purchasing through authorised UK retailers like RC Model Shop guarantees you receive authentic parts with full compatibility and quality assurance.
- How long do sway bar mounts typically last? — Longevity depends entirely on your driving style and maintenance. Casual drivers might go months or years without issues, whilst competitive racers pushing their buggies to the limit might experience mount wear more quickly. Having spares on hand ensures you're never sidelined by suspension damage during a race or weekend bashing session.
- Do I need any special tools to fit these mounts? — Standard RC tool kits containing hex drivers and small screwdrivers should be sufficient for installation. Your Jato 4x4 manual provides detailed instructions on suspension component replacement, and the straightforward design of these mounts means no specialist equipment is required.
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 Mounts, sway bar (front & rear) TRX9045 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
- Part number: TRX9045
- EAN: 020334000149
- Spare part type: Chassis spares
- Component type: Sway bar mounts (front and rear)
- Compatible with: Traxxas Jato 4x4 BL-2S 1:8 4WD RTR Brushless Buggy (Blue, Green, Red, Black)
- Compatible with: Traxxas Jato 4x4 VXL 1:8 4WD RTR Brushless Buggy VXL-4S (Blue, Pink, Green, Orange)
- Scale: 1/8
- Drive type: 4WD
- Power system: Brushless
- Includes: Front sway bar mount and rear sway bar mount
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