This aluminium piggy back front damper set is produced as a technical upgrade for the TRAXXAS UNLIMITED DESERT RACER chassis. The design concentrates on enhancing oil capacity and structural stiffness at the front end to deliver more repeatable damping performance during aggressive desert-style operation.
Damper bodies are CNC-finished from 6061 T6 aluminium and are sealed to reduce oil leakage risk. The units accept higher-concentration shock oils for increased damping authority. Shafts are reinforced to 5mm to limit bending under heavy impacts, and the L-shaped reservoir extends effective oil travel to smooth transitions between compression and rebound. Included coil springs increase spring rate relative to stock while remaining compatible with original springs for alternative setups.
Installation notes: these front dampers are 135mm units intended as direct replacements for the original front shocks on the named TRAXXAS platform. Shock disassembly, bleeding and refilling are required during installation; confirm seals are correctly seated and fasteners torqued to specification to prevent leaks. Tune spring rates and oil viscosity to match track conditions and desired dynamic response.
For precision-focused tuners seeking increased oil capacity and a stiffer front setup on the UNLIMITED DESERT RACER platform, this damper set presents a robust upgrade while retaining compatibility with stock springs for softer configurations.