The AWD-14 damper spring is an aftermarket tuning component intended for Kyosho Mini-Z AWD shock assemblies, including MR-03 AWD configurations. It provides a direct-fit replacement for the stock spring and allows fine adjustment of vertical stiffness without modifying shock bodies or piston geometry.
Installation requires basic Mini-Z service skills: remove the wheel and shock assembly, decompress the shock to access and replace the spring, then reassemble. Use precision hand tools and verify even spring seating to avoid asymmetric preload or binding during full travel.
From a setup perspective the spring adjusts initial bite, mid-stroke support and ride height. Use measured, incremental changes and record results on a controlled surface to map the AWD-14 effect on handling balance and transient response.