Overview
The FTX DR8 Shock Body & Cap Set (FTX9663) is an essential replacement spare part for owners of the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer. This high-quality suspension component is designed to maintain the performance and handling characteristics of your RC desert racer, whether you're competing or enjoying recreational bashing. As a dedicated spare part, the shock body and cap set ensures your FTX DR8 continues to deliver the smooth, responsive suspension performance that desert racing demands. If you're running an RC car UK and need reliable OEM replacement parts, this genuine FTX component is the perfect choice.
The FTX DR8 is renowned in the RC community as a capable 1/8-scale desert racer, and keeping it in peak condition requires access to quality spare parts. The shock body and cap set represents a critical suspension component that directly influences your vehicle's handling, stability, and overall on-track performance. Whether you've damaged a shock during intense racing or are building up a spare set of suspension parts for competition, this FTX spare part delivers the engineering quality and fitment accuracy you expect from the manufacturer.
Designed specifically for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR models (available in both blue and red colour variants), this shock body and cap set ensures perfect compatibility and optimal performance. Ready to run RC cars like the DR8 deserve genuine, quality replacement parts, and this FTX component is exactly what you need to keep your desert racer performing at its best.
Key Features
- OEM FTX Quality — Manufactured by FTX as original equipment, ensuring perfect fitment, consistent quality, and reliable performance with your DR8 desert racer. Using genuine OEM parts eliminates compatibility concerns and guarantees suspension geometry remains true to factory specifications.
- Suspension System Component — This shock body and cap set forms a critical part of your RC car's suspension system, directly affecting ride quality, handling precision, and overall performance across various terrain types and racing conditions.
- Perfect Compatibility — Engineered to fit both the FTX5495B (FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR in Blue) and FTX5495R (FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR in Red) models, ensuring seamless installation and correct suspension setup.
- Complete Set — Includes both the shock body and cap, providing everything you need for a single shock replacement or complete suspension refresh on your desert racer.
- Wear and Damage Replacement — Perfect for replacing worn, bent, or damaged shock bodies that have been compromised through intense racing, hard landings, or general wear and tear during extended use.
- Performance Maintenance — Restoring worn shock components helps maintain the precise handling characteristics and responsiveness your FTX DR8 was engineered to deliver, keeping your competitive edge intact.
Technical Performance
The FTX DR8 Shock Body & Cap Set represents genuine OEM suspension engineering designed specifically for 1/8-scale desert racing applications. As a direct manufacturer component for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR, this shock body and cap set maintains the exact specifications and performance characteristics established during the vehicle's original design and testing. The shock body forms the core structure of your suspension system, working in conjunction with the shock internals to absorb impacts, manage vehicle weight transfer, and maintain tyre contact throughout aggressive terrain. The included cap seals the shock assembly, preventing fluid leakage and contamination while maintaining system integrity during high-speed runs and rough desert terrain. By replacing worn or damaged shock components with this genuine FTX part, you restore your DR8 to factory performance standards, ensuring consistent handling behaviour, predictable weight transfer, and optimal tyre contact during competition and recreational driving. Quality suspension maintenance is essential for any RC car UK enthusiast serious about performance, and this component delivers the engineering precision FTX is known for.
What's in the Box
- FTX DR8 Shock Body & Cap Set — Complete replacement suspension component set
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the FTX DR8 Shock Body & Cap Set compatible with my RC desert racer? — Yes, this shock body and cap set is specifically engineered for the FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR models, available in both the blue (FTX5495B) and red (FTX5495R) variants. It will provide perfect fitment and correct suspension geometry for these vehicles. If you own an FTX DR8 desert racer, this is the correct OEM replacement component.
- When should I replace my shock body and cap? — Shock bodies and caps should be replaced when they become bent, cracked, damaged, or excessively worn. Hard impacts, rough terrain, aggressive driving, or extended racing sessions can all damage suspension components. If you notice your DR8 handling differently or suspect suspension damage, replacing the shock body and cap is a straightforward maintenance procedure that can restore performance.
- Do I need any special tools to install the FTX DR8 Shock Body & Cap Set? — As a genuine OEM component, this shock body and cap set is designed for straightforward installation using standard RC tools. The source documentation doesn't specify specialised installation requirements, so you should be able to install this using typical hobby-grade tools and basic mechanical knowledge. Consult your FTX DR8 manual for specific installation guidance.
- Why is genuine OEM suspension equipment important for my RC car? — Using genuine manufacturer components like this FTX shock body and cap set ensures perfect fitment, correct suspension geometry, and consistent performance characteristics. OEM parts are engineered to exact specifications matching your vehicle's design, whereas third-party alternatives may compromise handling precision or durability. For any RC car UK owner serious about performance and reliability, genuine spares represent the best investment.
- Can I buy just one shock body or do I need the complete set? — This product includes a complete shock body and cap set. For most maintenance situations involving a single shock, this provides everything needed. If you require suspension components for multiple shocks or want to build up a spare parts inventory, you may need to purchase multiple sets depending on your specific requirements.
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 DR8 SHOCK BODY & CAP SET FTX9663 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: FTX
- Model Number: FTX9663
- Product Type: Shock Body & Cap Set
- Part Category: Suspension Spares
- Compatible Vehicle Scale: 1/8
- Compatible Models: FTX5495B - FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR (Blue)
- Compatible Models: FTX5495R - FTX DR8 1/8 Desert Racer 6S RTR (Red)
- EAN Code: 5056135727034
- Contents: Shock body and cap set (one complete unit)
- Suspension Type: Compatible with FTX DR8 shock system
- Recommended Use: Desert racing and off-road RC applications
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