Overview
The FTX Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai E-Clip 2.5mm spare parts pack is an essential component for maintaining and repairing your FTX RC car. E-clips, also known as retaining rings or snap rings, are small but critically important fasteners that secure components onto shafts and axles throughout your RC vehicle. Whether you're a dedicated basher, weekend racer, or RC enthusiast who regularly maintains your fleet, this six-piece set of 2.5mm E-clips ensures you'll always have replacements on hand when these tiny but vital components inevitably get lost or damaged during intense off-road adventures.
Designed specifically for use with multiple popular FTX models including the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai RC cars, these genuine OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) E-clips are manufactured to the exact specifications required by FTX engineering. The 2.5mm size is the standard diameter specification for numerous drive system and suspension components across these vehicles. As any experienced RC hobbyist knows, E-clips are notoriously easy to lose in grass, mud, or workshop environments, making spare sets absolutely invaluable for keeping your RC car in optimal working condition without costly downtime waiting for replacement parts to arrive.
Buying from RC Model Shop in the UK means you're purchasing genuine FTX spare parts with confidence. Our authorised dealer status guarantees authenticity and compatibility, and we understand the frustration of losing tiny fasteners during maintenance or racing sessions. This affordable spare parts pack represents excellent value for money and should be part of every RC enthusiast's maintenance kit, whether you're running a brushless or brushed electric system.
Key Features
- Pack of 6 E-clips — You receive six individual 2.5mm E-clips in this pack, providing multiple replacements so you're never caught without a spare when performing maintenance or repairs on your RC vehicle.
- 2.5mm Size Specification — The 2.5mm diameter size is the correct specification for numerous critical applications across the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai model range, ensuring perfect compatibility and secure fitment.
- Genuine FTX OEM Parts — These are authentic original equipment manufacturer components from FTX, not cheap generic alternatives, guaranteeing they meet the exact specifications and quality standards required by your RC car.
- Universal Compatibility — While designed for the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai, these E-clips work across the entire FTX model range wherever 2.5mm retaining rings are specified, maximising their utility in your RC workshop.
- Essential Maintenance Supply — E-clips secure differential components, drive shafts, and suspension elements, making them critical fasteners that must be available for any serious RC maintenance routine.
- Affordable Spare Pack — At an accessible price point, this spare pack ensures you're not forced into expensive downtime or rushed shipping when you lose an E-clip during your RC adventures.
Technical Performance
E-clips are precision-engineered metal fasteners manufactured to exacting standards to ensure they hold components securely on rotating shafts and axles whilst being removable for maintenance and repairs. The 2.5mm diameter specification indicates these clips fit shafts of precisely 2.5mm diameter, and they expand outward into a machined groove on the shaft, creating a mechanical lock that prevents components from sliding axially (side-to-side along the shaft). The material composition of these clips ensures they maintain their springiness across multiple assembly and disassembly cycles without becoming permanently deformed or losing their retaining tension. This is critical because E-clips that have lost their spring tension will no longer hold components securely, potentially leading to component loss during high-speed running or jumping, which could cause catastrophic damage to your RC transmission or suspension systems. The pack of six ensures you have adequate spares for replacing worn clips or replacing those that are inevitably lost in workshop environments. FTX has engineered these clips to work seamlessly with the transmission geometry and suspension architecture of the Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, and Banzai model ranges, providing reliable performance across both brushed and brushless electric powertrains, whether you're running 2-cell, 3-cell, or higher voltage lithium polymer battery systems.
What's in the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do I need spare E-clips for my RC car? — E-clips are tiny but essential fasteners that secure differential gears, drive shafts, and suspension components onto rotating shafts. They're notoriously easy to lose during maintenance, especially in grass or workshop environments. Having spare 2.5mm E-clips on hand means you can complete repairs immediately without waiting for replacements to arrive, keeping your RC car on the track or field rather than in storage.
- Are these E-clips compatible with all FTX models? — These 2.5mm E-clips are specifically designed for use with FTX Vantage, Carnage, Outlaw, Banzai, and Zorro models, as well as other FTX RC cars that use 2.5mm diameter shafts. Always check your manual or contact our expert team to confirm compatibility with your specific model before ordering.
- How do I install an E-clip? — E-clips are inserted into grooves machined into shafts. Using a flat-head screwdriver or dedicated E-clip tool, you spread the clip slightly to slide it over the shaft diameter, then release it so it snaps into the groove. Removal requires reversing this process. If you're new to RC maintenance, our experienced team at RC Model Shop can guide you through the process.
- What's the difference between 2.5mm and 4mm E-clips? — The size designation refers to the shaft diameter the clip fits onto. 2.5mm E-clips fit 2.5mm diameter shafts, whilst 4mm E-clips fit 4mm diameter shafts. Using the wrong size will result in insecure fitment and potential component loss. Always verify the correct size for your specific application, which is why we offer both 2.5mm (FTX6517) and 4mm (FTX6516) options.
- How many spares should I keep? — With six E-clips per pack, you have multiple backups for regular maintenance. Many experienced RC enthusiasts keep multiple packs on hand since these clips are so easy to lose. One pack should cover most maintenance scenarios, but having extras prevents frustration during intensive racing seasons.
- Can I use generic E-clips instead of FTX branded parts? — Whilst generic E-clips of the correct size may fit, FTX original equipment manufacturer parts are engineered to exact specifications and materials that guarantee compatibility and longevity. Using genuine FTX spare parts ensures your RC car performs as the engineers intended and maintains warranty coverage.
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 FTX VANTAGE / CARNAGE / OUTLAW / BANZAI E-CLIP 2.5MM (6PCS) FTX6517 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.
