FTX Zorro Brushless Upper Plate Height Spacers Pair FTX6983

Overview

The FTX Zorro Brushless Upper Plate Height Spacers (2) FTX6983 are essential chassis upgrade components designed specifically for FTX Zorro Trophy Truck models and compatible FTX Khaos brushless RC vehicles. These precision-engineered spacers allow you to fine-tune the geometry and ride height of your RC car, giving you greater control over suspension performance and handling characteristics. Whether you're a dedicated RC enthusiast in the UK looking to optimise your vehicle's setup or a newcomer to the brushless RC truck hobby, these spacers represent a practical and affordable way to customise your machine for different track conditions and driving styles.

As an FTX authorised spare part, these upper plate height spacers are manufactured to the same exacting standards as your vehicle, ensuring perfect fitment and reliability. The brushless RC truck market in the UK continues to grow, with more enthusiasts discovering the benefits of upgrading their chassis geometry for improved cornering speed, stability, and overall performance. These spacers are particularly valuable if you're experimenting with different suspension setups or need to adjust your vehicle's centre of gravity for specific racing conditions. They represent the kind of bolt-on upgrade that experienced RC car builders recommend when fine-tuning a ready to run RC or race kit.

Supplied as a pair, these height spacers give you the flexibility to adjust your upper plate position with precision. Whether you're preparing your brushless RC truck for competitive racing, casual weekend bashing, or experimenting with suspension geometry, having quality spacers on hand is part of every serious RC builder's toolkit. At just £1.49, they represent exceptional value for money and are an investment in getting the absolute best from your FTX Zorro or Khaos chassis.

Key Features

• Pair of spacers — You receive two spacers in this pack, allowing you to make symmetrical adjustments to your upper chassis plate on both sides of your RC vehicle.
• Precision fit for FTX models — These spacers are engineered specifically for the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck brushless platform and are also compatible with FTX Khaos brushless 4WD truggy models, ensuring perfect fitment without modification.
• Adjustable ride height control — By installing these spacers, you can precisely alter the height of your upper chassis plate, which directly affects suspension geometry, handling balance, and the vehicle's centre of gravity position.
• Suspension geometry optimisation — Height adjustments using these spacers influence important suspension angles including anti-squat, anti-dive, and roll centre height, allowing you to dial in the perfect setup for your preferred driving conditions.
• Affordable chassis upgrade — At a competitive price point, these spacers represent one of the most cost-effective ways to unlock additional performance tuning options in your RC car without requiring major component replacement.
• Genuine FTX spare part — As an official FTX component, you can trust the quality and durability of these spacers to withstand the demands of brushless RC racing and bashing.
• Essential maintenance and customisation item — Every serious RC builder should have spacers in their parts bin for testing different suspension setups and making quick adjustments between races or sessions.

Technical Performance

The FTX Zorro Brushless Upper Plate Height Spacers are manufactured to exacting tolerances to ensure they integrate perfectly with your FTX brushless RC truck chassis. These spacers play a crucial role in fine-tuning your vehicle's suspension geometry and handling characteristics. By adjusting the height of your upper chassis plate, you influence critical suspension parameters that directly affect how your brushless RC truck responds to cornering forces, acceleration, braking, and mid-corner transitions. The brushless power systems fitted to modern FTX RC vehicles demand precise chassis geometry to deliver their full performance potential, and these spacers allow you to make those critical adjustments. The materials and engineering behind these components reflect FTX's commitment to quality that you'll find throughout the Zorro Trophy Truck range and the Khaos brushless 4WD truggy platform. Whether you're running a standard Zorro Trophy Truck brushless RTR or a modified Khaos competition build, these spacers give you the flexibility to experiment with different suspension setups. The compatibility with both the FTX5557WO Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR in orange and both the FTX5564P Khaos in purple and FTX5564B Khaos in blue demonstrates the versatility of this component across the FTX brushless range.

What's in the Box

• 2x FTX Zorro Brushless Upper Plate Height Spacers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the purpose of upper plate height spacers on an RC vehicle? — Upper plate height spacers allow you to adjust the vertical position of your chassis's upper plate, which directly influences suspension geometry. This adjustment affects critical angles like anti-squat and anti-dive, as well as the vehicle's centre of gravity, allowing you to optimise handling for different track conditions, driving styles, and weather. On brushless RC trucks in the UK, getting the geometry right can mean the difference between a loose, responsive setup and a stable, planted feel through corners.
• Are these spacers compatible with other FTX models besides the Zorro? — The FTX6983 spacers are confirmed compatible with the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR and both versions of the FTX Khaos brushless 4WD truggy (purple FTX5564P and blue FTX5564B models). If you own a different FTX model, you should verify compatibility with your specific vehicle before ordering.
• Will these spacers work with my brushless RC truck? — These spacers are specifically engineered for FTX brushless chassis platforms. The Zorro Trophy Truck and Khaos models are both brushless RTR vehicles, and these spacers integrate seamlessly with their upper plate geometry. If you own an FTX ready to run RC or competition build based on these platforms, these spacers will provide a perfect fit.
• How do height spacers affect handling on a brushless RC truck? — Adjusting upper plate height changes several important suspension characteristics simultaneously. Raising the upper plate increases anti-squat, making the rear end more stable under acceleration but potentially reducing front-end grip. It also raises the vehicle's roll centre, which can reduce body roll but might make the truck feel tighter. The exact effect depends on your track, driving style, and other suspension settings. Most RC enthusiasts in the UK keep a selection of spacers to test different heights during practice sessions.
• Are these genuine FTX parts? — Yes, these are official FTX spare parts manufactured to the same quality standards as components included in FTX ready to run RC vehicles. By ordering from RC Model Shop, you're guaranteed authentic FTX products, not aftermarket alternatives.
• What other upgrades work well with these spacers? — Height spacers are part of a complete suspension tuning package. Many UK RC builders combine them with adjustable anti-roll bars, different spring rates, shock oil weight changes, and geometry adjustments to dial in their perfect setup. The FTX Zorro Brushless range offers numerous upgrade options that work in conjunction with these spacers.

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 ZORRO BRUSHLESS UPPER PLATE HEIGHT SPACERS (2) FTX6983 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.