HoBao Flange Nylon Nut M3 Pack of 10 Black Self-Locking RC Fasteners H39006

Overview

The HoBao Flange Nylon Nut M3 is an essential spare part for RC enthusiasts and serious bashers who demand reliability in their RC car builds. This pack of 10 precision-engineered nuts is specifically designed to fit HoBao vehicles and provides the secure fastening needed to keep your RC model performing at its best. Whether you're maintaining your existing RC car UK setup, building a competition rig, or simply keeping spare parts on hand, these M3 flange nylon nuts are a crucial component in any RC modeller's toolkit.

As a dedicated RC hobby retailer serving the UK market, we understand that quality spare parts are the backbone of successful RC car ownership. These HoBao flange nylon nuts combine durable nylon construction with a secure locking mechanism, ensuring your fasteners won't loosen during aggressive driving or high-speed running. The flange design distributes load evenly across the surface, protecting your RC components from damage caused by standard nuts that can dig into softer materials.

HoBao is a recognised manufacturer of quality RC components and vehicles, and their spare parts maintain the same engineering standards you'd expect from the brand. Whether you're replacing worn fasteners, building a new RC truck from scratch, or maintaining your HoBao Hyper EPX for optimal performance, these M3 flange nylon nuts deliver the precision and reliability required to keep your RC vehicle running smoothly.

Key Features

• Locking Flange Design — The nylon component creates friction that prevents the nut from vibrating loose during high-speed runs or aggressive cornering, which is essential for maintaining structural integrity in demanding RC applications.
• M3 Thread Size — This standard metric size is widely compatible across numerous HoBao models and many other RC car platforms, making these nuts versatile spare parts for any serious RC hobbyist's parts collection.
• Pack of 10 Units — You receive ten nuts in each pack, providing multiple spare fasteners for repairs, upgrades, and maintenance tasks across your entire RC fleet.
• Black Colour — The black nylon finish matches standard RC component aesthetics and resists discolouration during use, maintaining a professional appearance on your RC build.
• Nylon Construction — Unlike metal nuts alone, the nylon insert reduces the risk of over-tightening and damaging threaded holes in softer RC materials such as aluminium or plastic components common in modern RC car design.
• HoBao Authenticity — These are genuine HoBao spare parts, ensuring compatibility with HoBao Hyper EPX models and maintaining your vehicle's factory specifications.

Technical Performance

The HoBao Flange Nylon Nut M3 represents precision engineering in miniature fastener design. The M3 thread specification indicates a 3-millimetre diameter metric thread, a standard size across the RC industry that provides the perfect balance between holding strength and ease of installation. The flange element adds a wider bearing surface compared to standard nuts, which is particularly important in RC applications where components may be constructed from relatively soft materials like die-cast aluminium, plastic, or composite materials that can be damaged by concentrated fastener pressure. The nylon insert creates a lock feature through friction, meaning the nut won't simply vibrate loose during the intense vibration and impact that occurs during off-road RC driving or high-speed track running. This self-locking mechanism is especially valuable in applications where threads may not be able to support traditional metal lock-nut designs. The black nylon material is resistant to corrosion and UV damage, making these nuts suitable for extended outdoor RC use in the UK's variable weather conditions. Each pack contains ten units, giving you sufficient spare fasteners for complete rebuilds or maintenance across multiple RC vehicles. These nuts are particularly well-suited to HoBao Hyper EPX models in all variants, including the 1/10 scale cab truck roller configurations available with pearl white, clear, or yellow body options.

What's in the Box

• 10 x HoBao Flange Nylon Nut M3 in black

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are flange nylon nuts used for in RC cars? — Flange nylon nuts combine a wider bearing surface with a self-locking nylon insert. The flange spreads the load across a larger area, protecting soft materials like aluminium from damage, whilst the nylon creates friction that prevents the nut from loosening due to vibration during driving. This makes them essential for critical joints in RC vehicles that experience constant movement and impact.
• Are these nuts suitable for beginners working on RC cars? — Yes, absolutely. These HoBao spare parts are ideal for any RC enthusiast learning maintenance and repair skills. The self-locking feature means even beginners won't accidentally over-tighten or under-tighten fasteners, and the flange design protects components from damage during the learning process.
• Which HoBao models are these compatible with? — These M3 flange nylon nuts are confirmed compatible with the HoBao Hyper EPX 1/10 cab truck roller series, including models HB-GPX4E-W (pearl white body), HB-GPX4E-CL (clear body), and HB-GPX4E-Y (yellow body). They may also fit other HoBao vehicles using M3 fasteners, but you should verify thread size before ordering if using with non-HoBao RC models.
• How many nuts do I need to replace? — This depends on your specific RC model and which components you're servicing. A typical RC car might use 20-40 nuts across chassis, suspension, and body mounts, so keeping multiple packs of ten on hand is recommended for serious hobbyists who maintain their own RC vehicles regularly.
• What is the difference between flange nuts and standard nuts? — Standard nuts have a small bearing surface that can dig into or damage softer materials, whilst flange nuts feature an enlarged circular flange that distributes fastening pressure over a much larger area. This protects components and creates a more professional finish. The nylon insert in both types creates the locking mechanism.
• Why do RC nuts need locking features? — RC vehicles experience constant vibration from engines, motors, suspension movement, and impacts with terrain. Without a locking feature, standard nuts would gradually loosen, leading to component failure, loss of structural integrity, and potential crashes or damage to your RC car.

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 Flange Nylon Nut M3 (10) H39006 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.