Overview
The Corally Drive Shaft Centre Front/Rear is a premium precision-engineered component designed for serious RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and performance from their RC car setups. Whether you're a competitive racer, a weekend basher, or an RC hobbyist looking to upgrade your transmission system, this hardened steel drive shaft offers the durability and precision needed to keep your RC vehicle performing at its best. Team Corally has built a reputation for manufacturing high-quality RC spare parts and upgrades across the UK, and this centre drive shaft exemplifies their commitment to engineering excellence and performance.
This is a genuine Team Corally replacement part (model C-00180-1032) that serves as a critical component in your RC car's drivetrain. The centre drive shaft connects the front and rear transmission systems, transferring power smoothly and efficiently from your motor through the gearbox to the wheels. Built from hardened steel and CNC-machined to exacting tolerances, this component ensures consistent performance lap after lap, whether you're driving on track, on grass, or tackling challenging terrain. For RC car enthusiasts across the UK looking to maintain or upgrade their transmission system, this is a genuine factory spare part from one of the most trusted manufacturers in the hobby.
Understanding the importance of quality drivetrain components is essential for anyone serious about RC performance. The Corally drive shaft range is specifically engineered to provide reliable power transmission with minimal backlash and maximum durability, making it an ideal choice for replacement, repair, or performance tuning on your Team Corally RC car or compatible vehicles.
Key Features
- Hardened Steel Construction — This drive shaft is manufactured from hardened steel, which provides exceptional strength and resistance to wear, ensuring it withstands the demanding forces generated during acceleration, braking, and cornering without deformation or premature failure.
- CNC-Machined Precision — Every component is CNC-machined to exacting tolerances, guaranteeing perfect fitment and eliminating wobble or runout that could compromise handling or cause premature wear in your RC car's transmission system.
- Optimised Geometry — With carefully engineered dimensions including a 4.0mm shaft tube diameter and precisely measured pin dimensions of 3 x 12.8mm, this drive shaft delivers the perfect balance between strength and lightweight performance.
- 100mm Overall Length — The 100.0mm pin-to-pin outside dimension provides ideal drive shaft length for front and rear applications on compatible Team Corally vehicles, ensuring correct suspension geometry and transmission alignment.
- 7.8mm Ball End Diameter — The precision-engineered ball ends feature a 7.8mm diameter, providing secure connection to transmission and differential components whilst maintaining smooth rotational freedom for reliable power delivery.
- Centre Position Application — This is a centre drive shaft suitable for both front and rear drivetrain positions, making it a versatile replacement component for various Team Corally RC car models.
- Single Precision Component — One precision-engineered drive shaft is included, allowing you to replace a worn or damaged component or upgrade your existing drivetrain for improved performance and reliability.
Technical Performance
The Corally Drive Shaft Centre Front/Rear represents the pinnacle of transmission component engineering for serious RC car enthusiasts. Manufactured from hardened steel using advanced CNC machining processes, this drive shaft delivers exceptional durability and precision that directly translates to reliable performance on the track or trail. The 4.0mm shaft tube diameter provides an optimal balance between strength and weight, whilst the hardened steel material resists the tremendous rotational forces and shock loads generated during aggressive driving. The CNC-machined construction ensures concentricity and balance, eliminating vibration and ensuring smooth power delivery through the drivetrain. Designed specifically for Team Corally vehicles including the Syncro 4 TC car range, this component is engineered to exacting specifications that guarantee perfect fitment and performance. Whether you're replacing a worn component due to normal wear and tear or upgrading your entire drivetrain for enhanced performance, this centre drive shaft provides the reliability and precision that serious RC competitors and enthusiasts demand. The 100.0mm length (pin to pin outside) is precisely calculated for correct suspension geometry and transmission alignment, whilst the 3 x 12.8mm pin dimensions ensure secure connection to your vehicle's transmission and differential systems. For RC car UK enthusiasts who demand nothing but the best from their equipment, this genuine Team Corally spare part represents exceptional value and proven performance.
What's in the Box
- 1x Corally Drive Shaft Centre Front/Rear (C-00180-1032)
- 1x Precision-engineered hardened steel drive shaft, CNC-machined and ready to install
Frequently Asked Questions
- What vehicle does the Corally Drive Shaft Centre C-00180-1032 fit? — This drive shaft is compatible with the Team Corally Syncro 4 TC car and serves as a centre front/rear drive shaft for vehicles in this range. If you own a different Team Corally model or RC car UK vehicle, please verify compatibility with our team before purchasing to ensure correct fitment.
- Is this a genuine Team Corally replacement part? — Yes, this is an authentic genuine spare part manufactured by Team Corally under model number C-00180-1032. It is a direct replacement component designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications for reliability and performance. When you purchase from RC Model Shop, you receive only genuine factory components with full warranty support.
- What does a centre drive shaft do in my RC car? — The centre drive shaft is a critical transmission component that connects the front and rear transmission systems, transferring rotational power from the motor and gearbox to the wheels. A worn or damaged drive shaft can cause loss of power transmission, vibration, and poor handling characteristics, making replacement essential for optimal performance.
- How do I know when my drive shaft needs replacing? — Signs that your drive shaft may need replacement include vibration during acceleration, loss of power transmission, visible bending or damage, or play in the drivetrain. If you've been driving your RC car hard for extended periods or have experienced a crash, inspection is recommended to check for wear or damage.
- Is installation difficult? — Installation difficulty depends on your mechanical experience and familiarity with RC car assembly. The drive shaft simply slides into position and connects to your transmission and differential components. If you're comfortable performing basic RC car maintenance, installation should be straightforward using standard tools. If you're unsure, our expert team at RC Model Shop can provide guidance or assistance.
- Why choose hardened steel over other materials? — Hardened steel provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, excellent durability under shock loads, and superior resistance to wear compared to softer materials. This makes it the ideal choice for high-performance RC applications where reliability is critical.
- Can I use this drive shaft on other RC vehicles? — This drive shaft is specifically engineered for Team Corally Syncro 4 and compatible vehicles. Using it on vehicles it wasn't designed for may result in poor fitment, misalignment, or performance issues. Always verify compatibility before installation.
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 CORALLY DRIVE SHAFT CENTRE FRONT/REAR 97MM STEEL C-00180-1032 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: Team Corally
- Model Number: C-00180-1032
- Barcode: 8718057224486
- Product Type: Drive Shaft - Centre - Front/Rear
- Material: Hardened Steel
- Manufacturing Process: CNC-Machined
- Overall Length (pin to pin outside): 100.0mm
- Shaft Tube Diameter: 4.0mm
- Pin Dimensions: 3 x 12.8mm
- Ball End Diameter: 7.8mm
- Quantity: 1 piece
- Application: Front and Rear Drive Shaft - Centre Position
- Compatible Vehicles: Team Corally Syncro 4 TC Car
- Part Classification: Spare Part / Tune-Up Component
- Colour: Steel (natural hardened steel finish)
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