Overview
The Traxxas GT-Maxx Aluminium Shock Caps are premium upgrade components designed specifically for the Traxxas Sledge 1/8 scale 4WD monster truck. If you own a Sledge and are looking to enhance both the performance and aesthetics of your RC model truck, these black-anodised aluminium shock caps deliver exactly what you need. These are not just cosmetic upgrades—they represent a genuine performance improvement and style enhancement that serious RC enthusiasts appreciate when building and maintaining their vehicles.
Whether you're a weekend basher enjoying recreational driving, a competition racer pushing your Sledge to its limits, or an RC hobbyist in the UK who simply wants to upgrade their setup with quality parts, these shock caps are an essential accessory. Traxxas is a globally recognised leader in RC vehicle manufacturing, and their replacement and upgrade parts are engineered to the same exacting standards as their complete models. This product is specifically tailored for owners of the Traxxas Sledge who want to replace worn shock caps or upgrade to aluminium for increased durability and visual impact.
The set includes everything you need to complete the upgrade: four aluminium shock caps finished in professional black anodisation, plus four spacers that ensure perfect fitment and alignment with your Sledge GT-Maxx shocks. This is a straightforward modification that will make your ready to run RC truck look and perform better, making it an ideal upgrade for any UK RC car owner looking to maintain and enhance their Sledge.
Key Features
- Anodised Aluminium Construction — The shock caps are manufactured from premium aluminium that has been professionally anodised in black, providing superior strength and durability compared to standard plastic alternatives, whilst also offering excellent resistance to corrosion and weathering during outdoor RC driving sessions.
- Black Anodised Finish — The black anodised coating not only looks professional and aggressive on your Sledge, but also provides a protective layer that prevents oxidation and wear, ensuring your shock caps maintain their appearance through multiple seasons of RC driving.
- Complete Set with Spacers — This package includes four shock caps plus four matching spacers, giving you everything needed to upgrade all four shocks on your Sledge GT-Maxx in one purchase, eliminating the need to order components separately.
- Direct Compatibility with GT-Maxx Shocks — These caps are engineered specifically for the Traxxas Sledge GT-Maxx shock system, ensuring perfect fitment and alignment without modification or adjustments required during installation.
- Adds Strength and Style — Beyond the visual upgrade that transforms the appearance of your Sledge, the aluminium construction adds structural strength to your shock assembly, improving durability during aggressive bashing and competition driving.
- Factory Traxxas Quality — As an official Traxxas replacement part, these shock caps meet the same quality standards as components supplied with new Sledge models, guaranteeing reliability and compatibility with your existing setup.
Technical Performance
These shock caps represent a genuine engineering upgrade from the factory plastic components found on standard Sledge GT-Maxx shock assemblies. Aluminium offers superior strength-to-weight characteristics compared to plastic, meaning the shock assembly maintains structural integrity even during hard impacts and aggressive cornering that are typical in RC driving. The anodisation process creates a hard protective surface layer that resists scratching, corrosion, and UV damage, ensuring long-term durability whether you're driving indoors at an RC track or bashing outdoors across various terrain. The black anodised finish is applied through an electrochemical process that bonds the coating to the aluminium substrate at a molecular level, making it significantly more durable than painted finishes. The included spacers are precision-manufactured to ensure proper clearance and alignment within the shock assembly, critical for maintaining the performance characteristics of your Sledge's suspension. Installation is straightforward and requires only basic tools, making this an ideal upgrade project for both experienced builders and those new to RC car maintenance and customisation. The combination of these four caps with their four spacers means you can upgrade your entire suspension geometry simultaneously, ensuring consistent performance across all four corners of your 1/8 scale monster truck.
What's in the Box
- Four black-anodised aluminium shock caps
- Four spacers for shock assembly
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will these shock caps fit my Traxxas Sledge? — Yes, these shock caps are manufactured specifically for the Traxxas Sledge GT-Maxx shocks and are confirmed compatible with all colour variants of the Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD monster truck, including the Blue, Orange, Green, and Red models.
- What is anodised aluminium and why is it better than plastic? — Anodised aluminium undergoes an electrochemical treatment that creates a hard protective oxide layer on the surface. This makes the material significantly more durable, corrosion-resistant, and impact-resistant compared to plastic shock caps. For RC driving in the UK where moisture and varied weather conditions are common, anodised aluminium provides superior longevity and maintains its appearance far longer than plastic alternatives.
- Do I need any special tools to install these shock caps? — No special tools are required. These are straightforward replacement components that install directly onto your existing Sledge GT-Maxx shocks using basic hand tools. If you are comfortable maintaining your RC truck, you will find installation straightforward.
- Why are spacers included with these shock caps? — The spacers ensure proper alignment and clearance within your shock assembly. They work together with the shock caps to maintain the correct geometry and suspension geometry of your Sledge, which is critical for maintaining ride height, suspension response, and overall handling characteristics.
- Are these caps just for cosmetic upgrade or do they improve performance? — While the black-anodised finish certainly enhances the visual appearance of your Sledge, these aluminium caps also provide functional benefits. The increased structural strength of aluminium helps the shock assembly resist damage from impacts and aggressive driving, improving durability and longevity compared to factory plastic components.
- Can I mix these with my existing plastic shock caps? — Technically yes, but for best results and to maintain consistent weight distribution and suspension characteristics, it is recommended to upgrade all four shock positions simultaneously using this complete set of four caps.
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 Traxxas Shock caps, aluminium (Black-anodised), GT-Maxx shocks (4 pcs) / spacers (4 pcs) (for Sledge) TRX9664A 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: Traxxas
- Model Number: TRX9664A
- EAN Code: 020334966452
- Product Type: Suspension upgrade component (shock caps)
- Tune-Up Type: Suspension
- Material: Anodised aluminium
- Finish: Black anodised
- Quantity: Four shock caps plus four spacers
- Compatible Vehicle: Traxxas Sledge Belted 1/8 4WD Brushless Electric Monster Truck (all colour variants)
- Compatible Models: TRX95096-4-BLUE (Blue), TRX95096-4-ORNG (Orange), TRX95096-4-GRN (Green), TRX95096-4-RED (Red)
- Shock System: GT-Maxx shocks
- Vehicle Scale: 1/8 scale
- Installation: Direct replacement, no modification required
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