HoBao Hyper 1/8 Rear Shock Shaft Pair Suspension Spare H90031

Overview

The HoBao Hyper SS/VS/VS2/Cage Rear Shock Shaft H90031 is an essential suspension spare part designed for serious RC enthusiasts and competitive bashers who demand reliability and precision from their RC buggy setup. This high-quality replacement shaft is engineered to fit a comprehensive range of HoBao Hyper models, making it an indispensable component for anyone maintaining a 1/8 scale RC buggy or truggy in the UK RC market. Whether you're a weekend racer pushing your vehicle to the limit on the track or a dedicated hobbyist who wants to keep their RC car in peak condition, having genuine OEM replacement parts like this rear shock shaft ensures your suspension performs consistently and reliably.

HoBao has built a reputation for manufacturing durable and high-performance RC vehicles, and their commitment to quality extends to their spare parts range. The Hyper series, which includes the SS (Short Course), VS, VS2, and Cage variants, has become a popular choice amongst UK RC enthusiasts who appreciate robust engineering and excellent value. The rear shock shaft is a critical component of your suspension system, responsible for maintaining the geometry and response of your shocks under all driving conditions. When this component wears or becomes damaged through normal use or racing incidents, replacing it with a genuine HoBao part ensures your suspension geometry remains correct and your vehicle handles as the manufacturer intended.

This spare part pack contains two rear shock shafts, giving you the flexibility to replace both rear shocks if needed or to keep a spare for track days and competition events. For anyone serious about RC motorsport or simply wanting to maintain their HoBao Hyper RC car to the highest standard, this is a genuine spare part that delivers authentic HoBao performance and reliability.

Key Features

• Original HoBao Engineering — This is an authentic manufacturer part designed and engineered by HoBao to exact specifications, ensuring perfect fitment and performance characteristics that maintain your suspension geometry and handling dynamics precisely as intended by the designers.
• Dual Pack Supply — The H90031 contains two rear shock shafts, allowing you to replace both rear shock units simultaneously or maintain a spare shaft for competition events and track days, minimising downtime and ensuring you always have a backup component available.
• Universal Compatibility Across Multiple Models — This single part number works across the extensive HoBao Hyper range including the SS, VS, VS2, and Cage variants in both nitro and electric versions, making it a versatile addition to any HoBao spare parts inventory.
• Critical Suspension Component — The shock shaft is fundamental to your suspension's structural integrity and performance, directly affecting how well your vehicle absorbs bumps, maintains traction, and responds to driver input on varied terrain.
• Genuine OEM Quality — Using authentic HoBao parts rather than aftermarket alternatives guarantees material quality, dimensional accuracy, and performance reliability, protecting your investment in your RC buggy or truggy.
• Essential for Maintenance and Repair — Whether performing routine maintenance, recovering from a crash, or upgrading worn components, having genuine replacement shafts available ensures you can keep your RC car running at optimal performance levels.

Technical Performance

The rear shock shaft is a precision-engineered component that forms the backbone of your suspension system. This part is responsible for connecting your shock absorber to the chassis and maintaining the critical geometry that affects your vehicle's handling, stability, and bump absorption characteristics. The HoBao Hyper range has been developed with meticulous attention to suspension tuning, and these shock shafts have been engineered to work in harmony with HoBao's shock absorbers and suspension mounting points. The shaft material and manufacturing tolerances are critical to ensure smooth operation without binding or excessive play, which could compromise your suspension response and handling precision. By replacing worn or damaged shafts with genuine HoBao components, you maintain the original suspension geometry and ensure consistent performance across all driving conditions, from smooth tarmac to rough off-road terrain. The dual-pack format means you can perform comprehensive rear suspension maintenance or maintain spares for competition use. These shafts are compatible with a wide range of HoBao Hyper models including the HB-8SCE Short Course truck, the Hyper Cage Buggy in both RTR and electric roller variants, the Hyper SS in multiple configurations including 1/8 RTR buggy models with Hyper 21 and Mach 28 engines, the SSe electric variants with 100A ESC options, the SSTe electric truggy, the brushless SS Truggy with 150A ESC and 6S LiPo compatibility, and the comprehensive VS/VS2 range featuring both nitro RTR models with Hyper 21 and Hyper 30 engines and electric variants with 100A and 150A ESC options.

What's in the Box

• 2 x HoBao Hyper Rear Shock Shafts

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which HoBao Hyper models is the H90031 compatible with? — This rear shock shaft is engineered to fit a comprehensive range of HoBao Hyper vehicles including the HB-8SCE Short Course truck, Hyper Cage Buggy RTR models in orange and black, Hyper Cage Electric Buggy and Truggy variants, Hyper SS 1/8 RTR buggies with both Hyper 21 and Mach 28 engines, Hyper SSe electric buggies with 100A ESC in black and blue, SS electric roller chassis, Hyper SS Nitro Truggy, SSTe electric truggy rolling chassis, brushless SS Truggy with 150A ESC and 6S LiPo capability, HB-VS2e electric roller buggy, VS2 electric RTR buggies with both 100A and 150A ESC options, VS2 nitro RTR buggies with Hyper 21 and Hyper 30 engines, VS nitro and electric variants, and Hyper SS Cage Nitro Truggy, making this an exceptionally versatile spare part for any HoBao Hyper owner.
• Why would I need replacement rear shock shafts for my RC buggy? — Shock shafts experience wear and stress during normal operation and can become bent or damaged through crashes and aggressive off-road use. Replacing worn shafts restores your suspension geometry and performance, ensuring consistent handling and ride quality. The dual-pack format allows you to replace both rear shocks simultaneously, which is the recommended maintenance approach for optimal suspension balance and performance.
• Is this a genuine HoBao part? — Yes, the H90031 is an authentic manufacturer part produced by HoBao to their exact engineering specifications. Using genuine OEM parts ensures perfect fitment, correct material properties, and performance characteristics that maintain your vehicle as originally designed, rather than relying on aftermarket alternatives that may not match the original specifications.
• Can I use these shafts on both nitro and electric HoBao Hyper models? — Yes, this part number is compatible with both the nitro-powered and electric-powered variants of the HoBao Hyper SS, VS, VS2, and Cage models, making it a universally useful spare part across the full HoBao Hyper range in the UK RC market.
• Should I replace both rear shock shafts at the same time? — It is recommended to replace both shafts simultaneously to maintain balanced suspension geometry and consistent handling characteristics. The dual-pack format is designed specifically for this purpose, ensuring you have the correct components to perform comprehensive rear suspension maintenance.

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