Overview
The HPI Racing 4 x 9.7mm Ball Stud 10-pack is a genuine OEM hardware set used throughout HPI's suspension and steering systems. Ball studs serve as the pivot points for ball-end links – a small but high-wear part that benefits greatly from regular replacement.
Sold as a 10-piece pack, these factory-spec ball studs ensure you have plenty of spares for everything from routine service to suspension overhauls.
Key Features
- Genuine HPI Racing OEM ball studs
- 4mm ball diameter / 9.7mm overall length
- Threaded base for direct chassis mounting
- 10 pieces per pack
- Steel construction
Performance Benefits
- Provides smooth pivot action for ball-end links
- Restores tight, slop-free suspension feel
- Resists deformation under impact
- Reliable factory-spec hardware
Usage Notes
- Apply threadlock to base threads during installation
- Inspect ball surface for galling or wear
- Replace if play develops in the ball-end interface
Technical Specs
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Type: Ball Stud
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Size: 4mm ball / 9.7mm length
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Quantity: 10 pieces
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Material: Steel
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Manufacturer: HPI Racing
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Part Number: 161197
Fitment
- HPI Racing vehicles specifying 4 x 9.7mm ball studs
- Common applications across HPI 1/10 and smaller-scale suspension/steering linkages
- Verify part number against your vehicle's manual prior to ordering
What's Included
- (10) HPI Racing 4 x 9.7mm Ball Studs
Summary
Keep your suspension tight and your steering crisp with this 10-pack of genuine HPI 4 x 9.7mm ball studs – essential maintenance hardware for any HPI driver.