Tamiya 22103 44mm LW Swing Shaft Pair for 1/10 Touring Chassis  [22103]

Straight swap for shaft-driven touring setups

These 44mm LW swing shafts come as a matched set for 1/10 scale shaft-driven touring cars and TRF-type chassis. The reduced rotating mass supports smoother driveline behaviour while retaining the common swing-shaft footprint.

They are generally fitted between the differential output and the wheel hub on shaft-driven vehicles. Confirm the specified 44mm length and the coupling style on your particular chassis prior to installation.

Practical fitting and checks

• Verify each shaft spins true and shows no bend before installing to avoid transferring vibration into the driveline.
• Secure couplings and grub screws properly and check engagement depth to prevent slippage during hard acceleration.
• Use a light application of compatible lubricant on splines to reduce wear, keeping grease to a minimum to limit dirt build-up.
• Run an initial low-speed check after fitting to ensure smooth rotation before full-power use.

Maintenance and tuning benefits

As a lighter replacement component these shafts can help fine-tune throttle response and are useful as part of regular maintenance. They also aid in troubleshooting drivetrain drag or imbalance during setup sessions.