Traxxas Revo Precision Front Shock Tower RE-009/S by 3Racing  [RE-009/S]

Traxxas Revo Front Shock Tower - Silver Color - 3RACING RE-009/S
Price:
USD$13.74
Brand:
3Racing
Model:
RE-009/S
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Technical overview

This front shock tower is supplied as an aftermarket replacement optimised for use with the Traxxas Revo front suspension layout. The surface finish is silver and the component secures shock top mounts while transmitting loads into the chassis for dependable alignment.

Functionally the tower is a rigid mounting plate that fixes shock geometry and therefore affects leverage, stroke and the suspension response to impacts and lateral loads. It should be considered part of the core setup when changing shock length, spring rate or upper mounting positions to tune handling parameters.

Installation notes: the tower installs to the forward mounting area of the Revo chassis to receive shock tops. Retain or inspect existing tower fasteners, confirm shock shaft and piston rod straightness post-install, and verify clearance against steering links before final torqueing.

  • Application: stable upper attachment for front shocks and a consistent reference for tuning.
  • Workshop guidance: deburr edges and clear any paint residue around eyelets to prevent binding during assembly.
Aftermarket shock caps that retain stock eyelet spacing and diameter will typically fit; ensure the combined stack height does not create interference with the tower or body mounts.
Check for straightness of shock shafts, secure fastener torque, and unobstructed travel through full compression to full droop as part of final setup verification.
A rigid tower maintains consistent mounting geometry under load, improving repeatability when testing different shock settings; consider this when comparing setups across different tower designs.