Take full control of your drift angles with this Aluminum Front Steering Knuckle Set. Designed for the Redcat RDS (Rear Wheel Drive Drift Sport), these knuckles are a significant upgrade over the stock plastic parts.
The critical feature of this specific set is the integrated Adjustable Steering Stops. In RWD drifting, you want massive steering angle, but if the wheel turns too far, it can hit the suspension arms or cause the steering linkage to "over-center" (lock up), resulting in a crash. These knuckles feature adjustable stoppers that physically limit the throw, allowing you to dial in the exact maximum angle your setup can handle safely.
Key Features
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CNC Aluminum: Machined from high-grade aluminum for rigidity. This eliminates the flex found in plastic knuckles, ensuring your gyro and steering inputs are translated instantly to the wheels.
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Adjustable Steering Stops: Features threaded holes with stopper screws. By adjusting these screws (or adding/removing spacers), you can mechanically set the "Hard Stop" limit of your steering lock.
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Stealth Black Finish: Anodized in black for a sleek, "undercover" look that blends in with the chassis components.
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Multiple Mounting Points: Often features optimized geometry or multiple holes for the ball studs, allowing you to fine-tune your Ackermann angle and bump steer settings.
Compatibility
This is the specific upgrade for:
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Redcat RDS (RTR Drift Car)
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Redcat RDS Kit (Builder's Kit)
What's Included
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(1) Left Aluminum Knuckle (Black)
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(1) Right Aluminum Knuckle (Black)
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(1) Hardware Set (Steering Stop Screws & Nuts)
Installation Advice
Setting the Stops: This is the most important part of the install.
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Install: Bolt the knuckles on.
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Test Max Angle: Turn your steering wheel to full lock.
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Check Clearance: Look at where the wheel rim is relative to the lower suspension arm.
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Adjust: Screw the steering stop out until it hits the stopper on the arm just before the wheel touches the suspension or the steering linkage locks straight.
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Goal: You want the maximum angle possible, but you want the stopper to hit, not the wheel rubbing the arm.
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