RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot Blue Z-S0961

Overview

Keep your RC suspension looking pristine and performing at its best with the RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot in blue (Z-S0961). Whether you're a serious RC enthusiast running a high-end scale crawler or a weekend basher pushing your RC car to its limits, shock boots are an essential accessory that protects your investment while enhancing the overall appearance of your suspension setup. These flexible, accordion-style rubber boots shield exposed shock absorber shafts from the damaging effects of flying rocks, dirt, mud and debris encountered during off-road driving, ensuring your suspension stays clean and functioning smoothly for longer.

The RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot represents a practical upgrade for anyone serious about maintaining their RC vehicle's condition and appearance. Available in multiple eye-catching colours including blue, red, black and yellow, these boots are specifically engineered to fit a wide range of popular shock types and lengths, making them an ideal choice for RC enthusiasts in the UK who run ARB Old Man Emu shocks or SuperLift shocks on their rigs. Whether you're tackling challenging terrain in your local area or competing in organised RC events, these scale-realistic boots deliver genuine protection without compromising the authentic look of your build.

This pack includes four shock boots, providing complete protection for a standard four-wheeled RC vehicle. The lightweight design at just 0.24 ounces per boot means you'll add minimal weight to your rig whilst gaining maximum protection and aesthetic appeal. For anyone serious about their RC car UK collection, shock boots are a no-brainer investment that keeps your suspension looking sharp whilst extending component life in harsh off-road conditions.

Key Features

• Quality Rubber Material — Constructed from durable, quality rubber, these shock boots are engineered to withstand the rigours of off-road driving whilst remaining flexible and easy to fit, ensuring long-lasting protection for your valuable shock components without hardening or cracking over time.
• Flexible Accordion Style Design — The accordion-style construction allows the boots to compress and expand smoothly as your shocks cycle through their full travel range, meaning your suspension can move freely without restriction whilst staying protected from external contamination.
• Made to Fit Multiple Shock Lengths — Rather than being fixed to one specific shock size, these boots are designed with flexibility built in so they can accommodate various shock absorber lengths, making them compatible with multiple shock models from different manufacturers across your RC fleet.
• Enhanced Appearance — Beyond pure functionality, these scale-realistic blue shock boots dramatically improve the visual appeal of your suspension, giving your RC rig a more finished, professional appearance that reflects quality construction and attention to detail.
• Lightweight Construction — At just 7 grams per boot, the minimal weight penalty means you can protect your shocks without affecting your vehicle's handling characteristics, centre of gravity or performance on the track or trail.
• Perfect Compatibility with Popular Shock Brands — Specifically engineered to work seamlessly with ARB Old Man Emu and SuperLift shock absorbers, two of the most popular brands in the RC hobby, these boots ensure a perfect fit for your existing setup.

Technical Performance

The RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot delivers comprehensive protection for your suspension system through intelligent design and quality materials. The flexible accordion-style construction is the key to these boots' effectiveness — rather than being rigid tubes that would restrict shock movement, the accordion design compresses and extends in harmony with your shocks' natural travel, allowing full suspension articulation whilst creating a physical barrier against flying rocks, mud, dirt and road debris. The quality rubber material used throughout maintains its flexibility in both warm and cold weather conditions, ensuring consistent performance regardless of UK climate variations or the intensity of your driving sessions. With a weight of just 0.24 ounces (7 grams) per boot, the addition to your rig is minimal, yet the protection offered is substantial. The universal fit across multiple shock lengths means you're not locked into a single shock model — as your RC hobby evolves and you upgrade or change your shocks between your different vehicles, these boots will continue to work effectively. The blue colour option provides an attractive aesthetic upgrade that complements many modern RC build aesthetics while maintaining that scale-realistic appearance serious enthusiasts demand.

What's in the Box

• 4x RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot (Blue)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which RC shocks are these shock boots compatible with? — The RC4WD Super Scale Shock Boot (Blue) is designed with suggested compatibility for SuperLift shocks including models Z-D0012, Z-D0015, and Z-D0032, as well as ARB Old Man Emu shocks including models Z-D0034, Z-D0038, and Z-D0036. The flexible accordion-style design also accommodates multiple shock lengths, meaning compatibility extends to other quality shock absorbers of similar dimensions.
• How many shock boots are included in this pack? — This pack contains 4 shock boots, providing complete suspension protection for a standard four-wheeled RC vehicle including buggies, trucks, crawlers and other four-wheel platforms.
• What colour options are available for RC shock boots? — RC4WD offers this shock boot in multiple colour options to suit different build aesthetics: blue (Z-S0961), red (Z-S0948), black (Z-S0891), and yellow (Z-S0962), allowing you to coordinate with your overall rig colour scheme.
• Will shock boots affect my suspension performance? — No, these accordion-style boots are specifically designed to allow full suspension travel without restriction. The flexible rubber moves in harmony with your shocks' natural compression and extension, meaning you retain 100% suspension performance whilst gaining complete protection from external contamination.
• Are shock boots easy to install on my RC shocks? — Yes, shock boots are among the easiest RC upgrades to install — they simply slide over your exposed shock shaft and require no tools or modifications to your existing setup. Installation typically takes just a few minutes.
• How much weight do these shock boots add to my rig? — Each boot weighs just 0.24 ounces (7 grams), so the complete set of four adds only about 1 ounce to your vehicle's total weight, representing a negligible impact on handling or performance.
• Why should I protect my shock absorbers with boots? — Shock absorber shafts are vulnerable to damage from flying debris during off-road driving. Rocks, dirt, mud and sand can scratch the shaft or enter the shock body, compromising seal integrity and causing performance degradation or even component failure. Shock boots provide a simple, inexpensive barrier that protects this critical suspension component.

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 RC4WD SUPER SCALE SHOCK BOOT (BLUE) Z-S0961 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.