Overview
The FTX Tracer Ackerman Plate Step Screws (FTX9759) are essential replacement fasteners designed specifically for the FTX Tracer 1/16 scale RC monster truck and truggy models. These precision-engineered screws form a critical part of the steering hub assembly, ensuring your RC car maintains accurate Ackerman steering geometry. Whether you're maintaining your existing FTX Tracer RC vehicle or repairing steering components after intense off-road driving, these genuine OEM parts guarantee perfect fitment and reliable performance. If you own any variant of the FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR monster truck or truggy — whether in blue, red, orange, yellow, or green — having spare steering hub step screws on hand is essential for keeping your ready to run RC car in peak condition.
The Tracer range represents one of the most popular 1/16 scale RC monster trucks available to UK enthusiasts, combining affordable entry-level pricing with genuine 4WD capability and impressive performance. The steering system is fundamental to how your RC car handles during high-speed runs and tight cornering, making quality replacement parts like these screws absolutely critical. FTX's Ackerman plate step screws are manufactured to exacting standards, ensuring they maintain the precise alignment needed for consistent steering response across both standard and brushless variants of the Tracer lineup.
Whether you're a casual weekend basher or someone who regularly takes their FTX Tracer 1/16 4WD RC vehicle across rough terrain, having access to genuine spare parts means you can keep your model truck running reliably without expensive downtime. These steering hub step screws are among the most frequently replaced consumables in any RC car's maintenance schedule, particularly if you enjoy aggressive driving or competitive racing in the UK RC scene.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM FTX Parts — These are authentic FTX factory fasteners engineered to exact specifications, guaranteeing perfect compatibility with your Tracer steering hub assembly and maintaining original steering geometry and response characteristics.
- Ackerman Steering System Compatible — The screws are specifically designed to work with the Ackerman plate steering system found on FTX Tracer models, which provides superior turning accuracy and handling balance compared to standard steering linkages.
- Precision Fastening — Step screws feature carefully designed profiles that prevent loosening during high-impact driving, ensuring your steering remains accurate and responsive throughout extended RC driving sessions.
- Multiple Quantity Package — The FTX9759 contains eight screws, giving you the complete set needed for full steering hub replacement or multiple repair jobs across your FTX Tracer fleet.
- Universal Tracer Compatibility — These screws work across the entire FTX Tracer 1/16 range, including all standard RTR models, brushless variants, truggy versions, and colour options available in the UK market.
- Essential Maintenance Component — Steering fasteners are wear items in RC driving; keeping spares ensures you can perform routine maintenance or quick repairs without waiting for replacement shipments.
Technical Performance
The FTX Tracer Ackerman Plate Step Screws are precision-manufactured fasteners that play a vital role in maintaining the structural integrity and performance of your 1/16 scale RC car's steering system. These screws specifically work with the Ackerman plate geometry found on FTX Tracer monster trucks and truggy models, which deliver superior steering precision compared to standard linkage systems. The step screw design prevents rotation and loosening, which is critical in an environment where vibration, impacts, and cornering forces are constantly testing component fastening. When properly installed, these screws maintain the exact alignment required for balanced steering response, ensuring your FTX Tracer 1/16 4WD RTR vehicle — whether brushless or standard electric — handles predictably at speed and provides the precise control needed for competitive driving. The genuine FTX specification means these screws are manufactured from appropriate materials chosen to withstand the vibration and impact forces typical of RC off-road driving whilst maintaining corrosion resistance.
What's in the Box
- 8 x FTX Tracer Ackerman Plate Step Screws
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which FTX Tracer models do these steering hub step screws fit? — These FTX9759 screws are compatible with all FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR variants, including the standard Tracer monster truck available in blue, red, and orange finishes, the Tracer brushless 1/16 4WD models in yellow, blue, and red, and the Tracer truggy models in green, red, and orange colours. They work on both standard and brushless equipped vehicles.
- Why do I need spare steering hub step screws for my RC car? — The steering system experiences constant vibration and impact during off-road driving, causing fasteners to gradually loosen or wear. Steering hub screws are consumable items that may need replacement after intensive use, collisions, or general maintenance. Keeping genuine FTX spares on hand ensures you can perform repairs quickly without downtime.
- Are these official FTX parts? — Yes, the FTX9759 Ackerman Plate Step Screws are genuine OEM parts manufactured by FTX specifically for their Tracer models. Using original manufacturer parts guarantees correct fitment, proper thread specifications, and materials that match factory standards.
- How many screws come in one pack? — Each FTX9759 package contains eight step screws, which is the complete quantity needed for a full steering hub assembly replacement or enough for multiple repair jobs.
- What is an Ackerman steering system and why is it important? — Ackerman steering geometry is an engineering principle where the inner wheel turns more sharply than the outer wheel during cornering, mimicking the natural steering angle needed for balanced handling. This system provides superior steering precision and handling balance compared to standard parallel linkages, making it particularly valuable for RC drivers who demand responsive, predictable steering control.
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 TRACER ACKERMAN PLATE STEP SCREWS FTX9759 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.
- Product Code: FTX9759
- Manufacturer: FTX
- Product Type: Ackerman Plate Step Screws
- Quantity: 8 screws per pack
- EAN: 5056135730812
- Compatible Vehicles: FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Monster Truck (all colours) and FTX Tracer 1/16 RTR Truggy (all colours)
- Specific Compatible Models: FTX5576B (Tracer Blue), FTX5576B-Bundle, FTX5576R (Tracer Red), FTX5576R-Bundle, FTX5576O (Tracer Orange), FTX5576O-Bundle, FTX5596Y (Tracer Brushless Yellow), FTX5596B (Tracer Brushless Blue), FTX5596R (Tracer Brushless Red), FTX5577G (Tracer Truggy Green), FTX5577G-Bundle, FTX5577R (Tracer Truggy Red), FTX5577R-Bundle, FTX5577O (Tracer Truggy Orange), FTX5577O-Bundle
- Component: Steering Hub Step Screws for Ackerman steering system
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