M-series 13mm Aluminium Oil Damper Set - M03M-13/LB/V2 by 3Racing  [M03M-13/LB/V2]

Tamiya M04M Aluminum Oil Damper Set (13mm) - 3RACING M03M-13/LB/V2
Price:
USD$22.60
Brand:
3Racing
Model:
M03M-13/LB/V2
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13mm aluminium oil dampers for Tamiya M-series - technical overview

The M03M-13/LB/V2 is a 13mm aluminium-bodied oil damper set engineered by 3Racing for use on Tamiya small touring car platforms. The unit employs aluminium shock bodies with a serviceable cartridge design to allow oil, seal and spring replacement for efficient maintenance and repeatable setup changes.

These dampers are intended as direct-replacement components for the listed Tamiya chassis and are compatible with standard 13mm bore springs and common shock tower arrangements. The cartridge layout permits quick oil weight swaps and seal servicing without discarding the main body.

Installation requires verification of assembled shock length and mount eye spacing to ensure correct fit and suspension geometry. The parts are sized to the 13mm shock bore common to the compatible models and integrate with typical lower mounts and towers used on these kits.

Specifications

  • Item: Tamiya M04M Aluminum Oil Damper Set (13mm)
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Model Number: M03M-13/LB/V2
  • Compatibility: M03, M03L, M03M, M04L, M04M, M05 Chassis

Compatible Models

  • M03
  • M03L
  • M03M
  • M04L
  • M04M
  • M05 Chassis

For precision hobbyists seeking a maintainable aluminium damper solution, these 13mm oil shocks provide consistent serviceability and tuning flexibility while preserving original chassis geometry.

Remove the end cap and piston assembly, clean internal parts, inspect and replace seals as needed, then refill with the chosen shock oil and reassemble following measured preload settings.
Critical checks are assembled eyelet centre-to-centre length, eyelet diameter and mount spacing on shock towers and lower mounts to ensure geometry matches the original dampers.
Start with mid-range shock oils used on the platform and adjust by testing; lighter oils yield faster reaction while heavier oils increase midband damping and bottoming resistance.