Schumacher Mi8 Front Carbon Shock Tower Factory Pro O-SCP010  [FP-O-SCP010]

Price:
£6.58
Brand:
Factory Pro
Model:
FP-O-SCP010
Condition:
Brand New
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Precision Front Mount for Schumacher Mi8

The Factory Pro O-SCP010 carbon front shock tower is a purpose-built upgrade for the Schumacher Mi8, designed to add robustness to the front assembly while remaining lightweight. It helps keep the suspension geometry precise under load.

Why Use Carbon on the Front Tower

Carbon fiber brings high stiffness with low weight, reducing unwanted flex at the shock mounts. This typically translates to cleaner steering inputs and steadier mid-corner balance for competitive driving.

Fitment Details and Ease of Swap

Made to align with Schumacher Mi8 factory mounting points, the O-SCP010 fits with standard hardware and requires only common RC tools. The minimal install time makes it simple to trial on-track setup changes.

Tuning Impact and Handling

Upgrading this component can affect how the car transfers weight front to rear, so expect to fine tune damping and anti-roll settings. The net result is a more consistent platform for lap-to-lap adjustments.

Does the tower change camber settings?

The part itself does not alter camber geometry but increased stiffness can change how settings feel on track. Check alignment after fitting.

Should I use threadlocker on the screws?

Using a medium strength threadlocker on metal-to-metal fasteners is a good practice to prevent loosening in race conditions, while allowing future removal.

Is reinforcement required for heavy use?

Factory Pro carbon is robust for racing use, but inspect regularly after hard impacts and replace if you notice cracks or delamination.

Can I pair this with aluminium uprights?

You can combine it with different uprights, but check for correct mounting alignment and that hardware lengths match to maintain intended geometry.

Will this help lap times?

Improved front-end consistency can make the car easier to tune, which may contribute to better lap consistency. Actual time gains depend on driver and overall setup.

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