RD/SD/MD Aluminium Front Steering Block with Shim Tuning - Yokomo RD-415SAR  [RD-415SAR]

Yokomo RD-415SAR jp
Price:
AUD$144.22
Brand:
Yokomo
Model:
RD-415SAR
GTIN:
639342231171
Condition:
Brand New
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Aluminium drift steering block

This aluminium front steering block is a purpose-built hop-up for Yokomo drift chassis, intended as a stiffer replacement for resin steering parts while retaining compatibility across RD/SD/MD series models. The assembly breaks out axle, steering block, and upper holder so you can change shim stacks to tune trail and kingpin angle without swapping the entire unit.

Because key components are machined from aluminium, the assembly reduces flex relative to stock resin parts, delivering a snappier steering feel and more consistent front tyre tracing through drift sequences. These improvements are most impactful on tile and coloured concrete where alignment tolerances are tight.

Installing the part replaces the stock steering block components and uses the supplied shims for stepwise geometry adjustments; treat it as a tuning upgrade to refine feedback rather than a complete chassis modification.

Specifications

  • Item: Front steering block assembly
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Model Number: RD-415SAR
  • Compatibility: RDR-010, RDR-010G, RDR-020, RDR-020G, SDR-010, SDR-020, SDR-020R, SDR-030, SDR-030R, MDR-020, MDR-020R, MDR-030, MDR-030R, MDR-030LM, DP-RS13SP, DP-FCBN

For drivers who want a firmer front end and the ability to dial in alignment for drift-specific surfaces, the RD-415SAR offers adjustable geometry while keeping broad RD/SD/MD compatibility.
Remark :
Due to limited stock availability, please notice that some Yokomo items may have to order from the factory and the ready time is around 4-6 weeks. Customer purchases the item is assumed to accept the waiting time which allows us to order directly from the manufacturer if the item is out of our warehouse.

How does altering trail affect steering response?

Increasing trail generally adds steering feel and self-centering, while reducing trail lightens steering effort and can make transitions quicker. Use shims incrementally to evaluate changes.

Can I use this with other front-end hop-ups?

Compatibility depends on the specific hop-up; the RD-415SAR is built to match Yokomo RD/SD/MD layouts, so verify fitment if mixing with unrelated aftermarket parts.

Will changing kingpin angle need other setup changes?

Adjusting kingpin can alter steering bite and tyre trace; after significant changes you may want to revisit toe and camber to maintain balanced handling.

Does the upgrade add noticeable weight?

There is some additional mass compared with resin parts, but the tradeoff is increased rigidity and sharper feedback rather than a meaningful change in overall chassis weight distribution.

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