Traxxas GT-Maxx Shock Springs 8969

Description

Upgrade your suspension system with these high‑performance shock springs from Traxxas, designed for the GT‑Maxx® platform and compatible models. These springs carry a firm 1.725 rate in a natural finish — ideal for aggressive driving, higher loads, and tuning precision.

Key Features

• Compatible with GT‑Maxx shocks and other large‑scale Traxxas monster trucks.

• Spring rate: 1.725 — higher rate means firmer spring action for heavier load or aggressive terrain.

• Natural‑finish steel springs (no additional coating) for straightforward tuning and aesthetic compatibility.

• Pack quantity: 2 springs included (for one axle or one corner pair depending on setup)

Benefits

• Better support for heavier builds: If you’ve added heavier bodies, larger batteries, or metal upgrades, the 1.725‑rate springs help maintain ride height and reduce sag under load.

• Improved stability on big hits: Firmer spring rate reduces excessive compression during jumps and prevents “bottoming out” as easily — good for aggressive bashing or rough terrain use.

• Tuning flexibility: By upgrading to a higher spring rate, you gain room to fine‑tune preload, oil weight, and shock travel to match your terrain and driving style.

Ideal Use & Audience

• Perfect for hobbyists using vehicles like the GT‑Maxx, or those who have modded for extra weight or want stiffer front/rear suspension due to large jumps or heavy loads.

• Suitable for off‑road, monster‑truck style bashing, large‑scale RC adventures where stronger springs will pay off.

• Also great as a replacement for worn or saggy stock springs when you want a performance‑oriented upgrade, rather than just a like‑for‑like replacement.

Installation & Setup Tips

• Remove the old springs and install the new ones making sure they seat properly on the shock perches.

• After installation, adjust the preload collar (if applicable) to achieve desired ride height — aim for minimal sag when the vehicle is sitting, but still allow full travel.

• Since the springs are firmer, you may want to pair this upgrade with slightly heavier shock oil, or slightly fewer air bubbles, to ensure smooth damping and avoid “launchy” or harsh reactions on bumps.

• After setup, test the vehicle over small bumps, then larger hits — confirm that the suspension compresses appropriately, rebounds smoothly, and does not bottom out prematurely.

Why You’ll Like It

The 8969 springs provide a relatively simple yet effective upgrade for boosting suspension performance. If you’ve felt your RC truck sagging, squatting under load, or losing composure over rough terrain or big jumps — switching to a higher rate spring like these gives you more control, more confidence, and better behaviour under load. For a modest investment, you get meaningful improvement in ride quality and durability.