Overview
The FTX Zorro Brushless CNC Aluminium Upper Plate Spacers (FTX6995) are precision-engineered chassis upgrade components designed specifically for the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR. These high-quality aluminium spacers are an essential tune-up option for RC enthusiasts who want to optimise their vehicle's performance and chassis geometry. Whether you're a seasoned RC car racer in the UK or an experienced basher looking to fine-tune your Trophy Truck, these CNC-manufactured spacers offer a direct path to improved handling and durability.
As a dedicated upgrade for brushless RC Trophy Trucks, these upper plate spacers represent the kind of precision engineering that separates casual hobby driving from serious performance tuning. Manufactured using CNC machining processes, every spacer meets exact tolerances that ensure consistent fitment and reliable performance across multiple runs. The use of lightweight yet rigid aluminium construction makes these spacers an ideal choice for anyone seeking to enhance their FTX Zorro's chassis dynamics without adding unnecessary weight to the vehicle.
These spacers are part of a comprehensive range of FTX upgrade options and replacement parts, making them perfect for owners of the FTX5557WO Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR. For UK-based RC enthusiasts shopping for quality aftermarket improvements to their ready-to-run RC cars, these CNC aluminium spacers deliver the engineering precision and reliability you've come to expect from FTX's reputation for innovation in the brushless RC vehicle market.
Key Features
- CNC Machined Precision — Each spacer is manufactured using computer numerical control machining, ensuring exact dimensions and perfect alignment with your chassis components, which directly translates to improved handling consistency and reduced chassis flex during aggressive driving.
- Lightweight Aluminium Construction — The use of premium aluminium material keeps these spacers as light as possible whilst maintaining exceptional rigidity, helping to preserve your vehicle's weight distribution and overall performance characteristics without compromising durability.
- Purpose-Designed for FTX Zorro — These spacers are engineered specifically to work with the FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR platform, ensuring perfect compatibility and optimal geometry for this high-performance ready-to-run RC vehicle.
- Upper Plate Positioning — By controlling the vertical spacing of your upper chassis plate, these spacers allow you to fine-tune your vehicle's suspension geometry and centre of gravity, which can significantly improve handling balance and cornering performance.
- Professional-Grade Upgrade Component — As part of FTX's extensive hop-ups and tune-up options catalogue, these spacers represent the kind of serious performance upgrades used by RC enthusiasts who demand precision and quality in every component of their vehicle.
- Enhanced Chassis Rigidity — The proper spacing maintained by these CNC-manufactured components helps reduce unwanted chassis flex, particularly important during high-speed runs and aggressive cornering where torsional stiffness is critical.
Technical Performance
The FTX Zorro Brushless CNC Aluminium Upper Plate Spacers are manufactured to the highest standards expected from a brushless RC Trophy Truck upgrade component. The CNC machining process ensures that every spacer maintains consistent wall thickness and dimensional accuracy, which is essential when working with precision chassis components on a 1/10 scale brushless RC vehicle. Aluminium was specifically chosen for these spacers because it offers an ideal balance between weight savings and structural rigidity — critical characteristics when optimising the chassis geometry of high-performance ready-to-run RC cars. The upper plate spacers play a crucial role in determining the overall stiffness characteristics of your FTX Zorro's chassis, directly affecting how the vehicle responds to turning inputs, braking forces, and the dynamic weight transfer that occurs during aggressive driving sessions. When upgrading from stock components, proper spacing ensures that your brushless motor's power delivery translates efficiently through the chassis without unwanted flex or misalignment. These spacers work in conjunction with the Zorro's suspension system to maintain the precise geometry that FTX's engineers intended, allowing you to experience the full potential of your brushless RC Trophy Truck's handling characteristics. For UK enthusiasts running their FTX Zorro on tarmac or off-road surfaces, maintaining correct upper plate spacing is fundamental to achieving predictable, responsive vehicle behaviour across a range of driving conditions.
What's in the Box
- FTX Zorro Brushless CNC Aluminium Upper Plate Spacers (FTX6995) — precision-engineered chassis components ready for installation
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which RC vehicles are these FTX aluminium spacers compatible with? — These CNC aluminium upper plate spacers are specifically designed for the FTX5557WO Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR. Always verify your vehicle's exact model number before purchasing any chassis components, as spacers are precision-engineered for particular platform architectures and may not be compatible with other FTX models or scale classes.
- Why should I upgrade my Zorro with CNC aluminium spacers? — CNC-machined aluminium spacers improve your chassis rigidity, enhance suspension geometry consistency, and allow you to fine-tune your vehicle's handling characteristics. These upgrades are particularly valuable if you're running your brushless RC Trophy Truck regularly and want to maximise performance and handling response. The precision manufacturing means your vehicle will behave more predictably lap after lap.
- Are these spacers difficult to install on my FTX Zorro? — These spacers require basic RC vehicle maintenance knowledge and mechanical aptitude. You'll need to partially disassemble your upper chassis to install them correctly. If you're new to RC vehicle tuning, consulting the FTX instruction manual or watching installation guides is recommended. Our team at RC Model Shop is always happy to provide advice on installation.
- How do upper plate spacers affect my Zorro's handling? — Proper upper plate spacing directly influences your chassis rigidity and suspension geometry. By maintaining correct spacing, you reduce unwanted flex during cornering and braking, which results in more predictable handling and improved cornering grip. The spacers essentially allow your brushless motor's power to be delivered more efficiently through a stiffer chassis platform.
- Are these official FTX parts manufactured to exact specifications? — Yes, these are genuine FTX-branded CNC aluminium spacers manufactured to the exact specifications required for the Zorro Trophy Truck platform. CNC manufacturing ensures consistent quality and dimensional accuracy across every spacer, meaning you can purchase with confidence that you're getting precision components engineered specifically for your vehicle.
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 FTX ZORRO BRUSHLESS CNC ALUMINIUM UPPER PLATE SPACERS FTX6995 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: FTX
- Model Number: FTX6995
- Product Type: Upper Plate Spacers
- Compatible Vehicle: FTX5557WO - FTX Zorro Trophy Truck Brushless RTR
- Material: Aluminium
- Manufacturing Process: CNC Machined
- Tune-Up Category: Chassis
- EAN Code: 5056135739013
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