Tamiya GF-01 Steering Upgrade Kit — Aluminium 25T Saver & Tie Rods - JR-TGF101-BK by Jazrider  [JR-TGF101-BK]

Jazrider Tamiya GF-01 Chasis Aluminium Hi-torque Servo Saver 25T w/Aluminium Tie Rod Set (Black)
Price:
AUD$9.73
Brand:
JAZRIDER
Model:
JR-TGF101-BK
Condition:
Brand New
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GF-01 Steering Upgrade: Saver & Rods

Included is an aluminium hi-torque 25T servo saver plus a set of aluminium tie rods tailored for the 1/10 Tamiya GF-01 chassis. As an aftermarket upgrade it replaces the factory plastic saver plate and linkages to minimise flex and deliver a sharper connection between the servo and steering knuckles while maintaining GF-01 geometry.

Compatibility and scope: the components are intended for GF-01 chassis layouts and GF-01 kit platforms. This is an upgrade kit rather than a universal conversion — check saver mount dimensions and confirm your servo spline count is 25T before purchasing.

Installation pointers: these alloy parts follow the factory mounting points on GF-01 vehicles. Installation generally requires removing the stock saver and tie rods, moving across any needed spacers or washers, and trimming or setting link lengths after centring the servo. Use thread-lock on alloy-to-alloy hardware where applicable.

Tuning impact and maintenance: fitting metal tie rods and a metal saver reduces steering compliance for more immediate input, helpful when dialling in corner entry and steering feel. Regularly inspect rod ends and threads for wear and replace worn ball ends to avoid slack in the steering system.

Switching to aluminium saver and rods reduces compliance, giving crisper steering input and improved feedback for setup adjustments and cornering precision.
Metal parts transfer loads differently than plastic; monitor threads and rod ends more frequently and replace ball ends as they show wear to preserve steering accuracy.
Basic hobby tools suffice: small hex drivers, pliers for ball ends, and thread-lock. A servo centring method or gauge helps when setting link lengths.

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