Overview
The HoBao DC-1 Washer 5.1 x 7.5 x 0.7mm is an essential spare part for RC enthusiasts and competitors who demand precision engineering in their RC car builds. Whether you're setting up a new RC buggy, RC monster truck, or any other scale RC vehicle, these washers play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operation and longevity of your drivetrain components. This pack contains 10 individual washers, providing you with enough spares to maintain multiple vehicles or keep your RC collection running at peak performance throughout the racing season.
As a HoBao genuine spare part, these washers are engineered to exact specifications and manufactured to the highest quality standards. HoBao is recognised throughout the RC community as a leading manufacturer of RC components and vehicles, and their spare parts are trusted by serious racers, weekend bashers, and hobbyists across the UK RC hobby scene. If you're building or maintaining an RC car, RC truck, RC buggy, or any HoBao-based RC vehicle, having genuine replacement washers on hand is essential for keeping your model in top condition.
Washers are fundamental components in RC vehicle assembly and maintenance, serving multiple critical functions in your RC car's mechanics. They distribute loads evenly across fastening points, prevent fasteners from sinking into softer materials, and help maintain proper spacing and alignment of moving parts. For anyone serious about RC car performance, reliability, and longevity, stocking genuine HoBao spare parts like these washers demonstrates a commitment to quality and durability.
Key Features
- Genuine HoBao Components — These washers are manufactured by HoBao, the same company that produces your RC vehicle, ensuring perfect compatibility and reliability with your RC car, RC truck, or RC buggy without any fitting issues or surprises.
- Precision Engineered Dimensions — The 5.1 x 7.5 x 0.7mm specifications are engineered to exacting tolerances, providing perfect fit and function in HoBao RC vehicle assemblies and ensuring that critical drivetrain components remain properly aligned and supported.
- Bulk Pack of 10 Units — This value pack contains ten washers, giving you multiple spares for maintenance, repairs, and repairs across your RC collection, reducing the need for frequent reordering and ensuring you always have spares available when you need them.
- Essential Spare Part — Washers are wear items and consumables in RC vehicles, particularly in high-stress areas of the drivetrain, so maintaining a stock of genuine replacements ensures your RC hobby remains uninterrupted and your vehicles perform consistently.
- Universal Compatibility — These washers are compatible with numerous HoBao RC models and platforms, making them an excellent addition to any RC car enthusiast's spare parts collection, whether you're into competitive racing or casual bashing.
Technical Performance
HoBao washers represent the commitment to quality and precision that characterises the entire HoBao brand within the RC community. The 5.1 x 7.5 x 0.7mm dimensions are specifically engineered to work within HoBao's mechanical designs, where they serve critical functions in load distribution, component alignment, and drivetrain integrity. The outer diameter of 7.5mm and inner diameter of 5.1mm provide optimal surface contact for fastening points, whilst the 0.7mm thickness ensures proper spacing without excessive protrusion or binding. These washers are manufactured from durable materials selected to withstand the vibration, impact loads, and repeated assembly/disassembly cycles that are inherent to RC vehicle ownership and maintenance. Whether you're preparing for a competitive RC racing season, undertaking routine maintenance on your RC car, or building a new RC vehicle from the ground up, these genuine HoBao spare parts represent the engineering integrity that serious RC enthusiasts depend upon.
What's in the Box
- 10 x HoBao DC-1 Washers 5.1 x 7.5 x 0.7mm
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are washers used for in an RC car or RC vehicle? — Washers in RC cars serve several critical functions: they distribute the load of fasteners (screws and bolts) evenly across the surface they're mounted on, preventing fasteners from sinking into softer materials like plastic or composite chassis components; they maintain proper spacing between components to ensure correct alignment of drivetrain elements, suspension geometry, and mechanical linkages; and they help prevent vibration-induced loosening of fasteners during high-speed running or aggressive bashing. In RC racing vehicles particularly, proper use of washers is essential for maintaining consistent performance and reliability.
- How many washers do I need for my RC vehicle? — The number of washers required depends on your specific HoBao RC model and where you're assembling or maintaining components. This pack of 10 washers provides sufficient quantity for maintenance of multiple vehicles, repairs, or complete rebuilds of individual RC cars, RC buggies, or RC trucks. Having spares on hand ensures you're never caught short during maintenance or repairs.
- Are these washers compatible with my HoBao RC model? — These genuine HoBao washers are designed specifically for HoBao RC vehicles and are compatible across numerous HoBao models and platforms. For specific compatibility questions about your exact RC model, we recommend contacting our knowledgeable team at RC Model Shop, where we maintain expertise across the complete HoBao product range and can advise on fitment.
- Why should I buy genuine HoBao spare parts instead of alternatives? — Genuine HoBao spare parts, like these washers, are engineered to the exact specifications of your RC vehicle and manufactured to the same quality standards as the vehicle itself. Using genuine components ensures perfect fit, guaranteed compatibility, and optimal performance and reliability. Counterfeit or non-standard washers may have dimensional variations that could affect component alignment, cause binding, or create vibration issues, potentially compromising your RC car's performance and longevity.
- How often should I replace washers in my RC vehicle? — Washers are consumable spare parts that may require replacement if they become damaged, bent, or corroded, or if fasteners have been repeatedly removed and reinstalled. As part of routine maintenance, inspecting washers during rebuilds or service intervals is good practice. Having a stock of genuine replacements ensures you can maintain your RC cars, RC buggies, and RC trucks without delays.
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 HOBAO DC-1 WASHER 5.1 X 7.5 X 0.7MM, 10 PCS H230063 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 Type: Spare Washers
- Brand: HoBao
- Model Number: H230063
- Part Number: H230063
- EAN: 4711605978255
- Inner Diameter: 5.1mm
- Outer Diameter: 7.5mm
- Thickness: 0.7mm
- Quantity per Pack: 10 pieces
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