Overview
The ARRMA Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810 is an essential replacement spare part for owners of ARRMA brushless RC vehicles across the UK. Whether you're running a Monster Truck, Short Course Truck, or Street Bash platform, this high-quality steel ball set provides the pivot balls needed to maintain smooth suspension articulation and steering responsiveness. As an authorised ARRMA dealer, RC Model Shop stocks genuine ARRMA spares that ensure your ready to run RC car or truck performs at its best, whether you're a competitive racer or weekend basher enjoying the British RC hobby scene.
Pivot balls are critical components in any RC vehicle's suspension and steering geometry. Over time, these small but vital parts wear from impacts, jumps, and regular use across various terrains. The ARRMA Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810 offers genuine OEM replacements that restore your vehicle's handling characteristics and ensure precise suspension movement. This is an ideal spare to keep on hand for maintenance, repairs, or performance tuning of your ARRMA brushless RC truck or short course vehicle.
Built to the exact specifications required by ARRMA's engineering team, this steel ball set maintains the integrity of your suspension geometry and steering response. Available now with UK stock and nationwide delivery from RC Model Shop, this genuine spare part is the perfect choice for ARRMA owners who demand quality and reliability in their RC hobby.
Key Features
- 12 x Steel Link Pivot Balls — These 7mm diameter balls with 2mm shoulder, 5.5mm flange, and 3mm bore provide the primary connection points for your suspension linkages, ensuring consistent articulation and alignment across all driving conditions.
- 8 x Steel Shock Pivot Balls — Measuring 6mm diameter with 2mm shoulder and 3.2mm bore, these balls connect your shock absorbers to the chassis and suspension arms, allowing smooth vertical movement and dampening of impacts during jumps and rough terrain.
- 2 x Steel Steering Pivot Balls — These 6mm diameter balls with 3mm bore facilitate smooth steering input from your transmitter to the front wheels, maintaining responsive and accurate directional control without binding or play.
- High-Quality Steel Construction — All pivot balls are manufactured from durable steel that resists wear and maintains precision tolerances, ensuring your ARRMA RC vehicle's suspension geometry remains accurate through extended use and competition.
- Genuine OEM Parts — As official ARRMA replacement spares, these pivot balls are engineered to exact specifications and provide a perfect fit and reliable performance in your ARRMA vehicle without compatibility concerns.
- Complete Replacement Set — This comprehensive set includes all the pivot balls needed for a complete refresh of your suspension and steering systems, making it an economical choice for maintenance or repair.
Technical Performance
The ARRMA Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810 comprises precision-engineered pivot balls designed for the demanding requirements of modern brushless RC vehicles. Steel construction provides superior durability compared to plastic alternatives, resisting deformation under the high loads experienced during aggressive driving, competition use, and outdoor RC activity across the UK. The specific dimensional tolerances—ranging from 6mm to 7mm diameter balls with precisely measured shoulders, flanges, and bore sizes—ensure that each ball seat fits perfectly within the corresponding receptacles on ARRMA chassis components. This precision engineering maintains the exact geometry required for optimal suspension travel, steering response, and overall vehicle handling characteristics. Whether you're running a 1/10 scale Monster Truck like the BIG ROCK 223S or GRANITE 223S with their 4WD systems and DSC technology, a 1/10 Short Course platform such as the FURY 223S or SENTON 223S with brushless power, or even the larger 1/8 scale INFRACTION 223S street bash truck, these pivot balls provide the foundation for reliable suspension performance. The complete set allows you to refresh your entire suspension and steering linkage geometry, restoring your ARRMA RC vehicle to factory specifications and ensuring consistent handling performance lap after lap or during weekend bashing sessions.
What's in the Box
- 12 x Steel Link Pivot Balls (7mm diameter, 2mm shoulder, 5.5mm flange, 3mm bore)
- 8 x Steel Shock Pivot Balls (6mm diameter, 2mm shoulder, 3.2mm bore)
- 2 x Steel Steering Pivot Balls (6mm diameter, 3mm bore)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which ARRMA vehicles are compatible with the Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810? — This steel ball set is compatible with a comprehensive range of ARRMA brushless RC vehicles including the 1/10 BIG ROCK 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Monster Trucks (available in Green, Black, and Blue), the 1/10 FURY 223S BLX 2WD Short Course Truck (Blue, Purple, and Green variants), the 1/10 GRANITE 223S DSC 4X4 RTR Monster Trucks (Blue, Gun Metal, and Red), the 1/10 SENTON 223S BLX 4X4 Short Course Trucks (Red, Yellow, and Blue/Purple), and the 1/8 INFRACTION 223S DSC 4X4 Street Bash models (Red/Black, Blue/Red, and Teal/Pink). Check your specific model number to confirm compatibility before ordering.
- How often should I replace pivot balls on my ARRMA RC truck? — Pivot ball wear depends on your driving intensity, terrain, and maintenance practices. Regular inspection of your suspension linkages will reveal any loose or worn balls that affect handling. Many competitive RC drivers maintain spare pivot ball sets for quick repairs between races or events, whilst weekend bashers typically replace them as needed when wear becomes apparent through loose steering response or suspension play.
- Are these steel balls better than plastic alternatives? — Yes, steel pivot balls offer superior durability and resistance to deformation compared to plastic versions. Steel construction maintains precise tolerances and resists wear under the high loads and impact forces generated during aggressive driving, jumps, and competition use. This ensures your suspension geometry remains accurate and your handling remains consistent throughout extended use.
- Do I need any special tools to install these pivot balls? — Installation of pivot balls requires removing the suspension arms and shock components from your ARRMA chassis, then extracting the worn balls and pressing or tapping in the new replacements. Most RC enthusiasts use a small ball puller or bearing removal tool, along with a vice or press to carefully install new balls without damaging the suspension components. If you're unfamiliar with suspension work, our team at RC Model Shop can advise on the correct installation procedure.
- Will this complete set refresh my entire suspension at once? — The ARRMA Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810 includes all the pivot balls needed for a comprehensive suspension refresh across link points, shock mounts, and steering geometry. This makes it an economical option for a complete maintenance service rather than replacing individual worn balls over time.
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 ARRMA Steel Ball Set Z-ARA330810 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.
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