Overview
The Tamiya Mini 4WD Slimline Mass Damper Set is a critical performance upgrade designed to stabilize your Mini 4WD car during and after jumps. Mass dampers use weighted cylinders that move on guide shafts, absorbing the energy from jump landings and preventing your car from bouncing off the track.
Modern Mini 4WD tracks often feature challenging jump sections where cars can easily lose control upon landing. The slimline design of these dampers provides effective stabilization while maintaining a compact profile that doesn't interfere with track walls or other components.
Key Features
- Slimline compact design
- Weighted cylinders for energy absorption
- Smooth-operating guide shafts
- Effective jump landing stabilization
- Low-profile mounting
- Official Grade-Up part
Performance Benefits
- Absorbs landing impact energy
- Prevents bouncing after jumps
- Keeps car on track through technical sections
- Reduces crashes and DNFs
- Improves overall lap consistency
Usage Notes
- Mount in front and/or rear positions
- Adjust damper weight based on jump severity
- Ensure smooth movement on guide shafts
- Test on practice runs before racing
Technical Specs
- Type: Slimline Mass Damper
- Design: Weighted cylinder on guide shaft
- Tamiya Item Number: 15501
Fitment
Compatible with most Tamiya Mini 4WD chassis. Check mounting requirements for your specific chassis and bumper/stay configuration.
What's Included
- Slimline Mass Damper Set components
- Mounting hardware
Summary
The Tamiya Mini 4WD Slimline Mass Damper Set is essential for tracks with jump sections. By absorbing landing energy, these dampers keep your car stable and on the track, reducing crashes and improving your race results. A must-have upgrade for competitive racing.