Kyosho OTW136 Carbon Fiber Shock Tower Front for Optima Mid  [KY-OTW136]

Kyosho OTW136 - Carbon Front Shock Stay (OPTIMA Mid)
Price:
£14.14
Brand:
Kyosho
Model:
KY-OTW136
GTIN:
4548565417360
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High Rigidity 3mm Carbon Shock Tower - Kyosho OTW136

The Kyosho OTW136 Carbon Fiber Front Shock Tower is a direct upgrade for the Optima Mid series. Fabricated from 3mm carbon fiber, it offers improved rigidity and lower weight than standard FRP components, helping to stabilise suspension geometry during aggressive driving.

How Carbon Improves Suspension Response

Carbon fiber reduces unwanted flex at the shock mounting points, which gives clearer input to the dampers and more predictable handling. Fitting the Kyosho OTW136 will help drivers tune with greater precision and maintain consistent behaviour across runs.

Fitting and Setup Recommendations

Ensure fasteners are tightened uniformly and inspect the fitting after initial use to spot any movement. Combine the tower with matched, quality dampers and consider small spring or oil adjustments to account for the increased chassis stiffness.
Remark :
Due to limited stock availability, please notice that some Kyosho items may have to order from the factory and the ready time is around 4-6 weeks. Customer purchases the item is assumed to accept the waiting time which allows us to order directly from the manufacturer if the item is out of our warehouse.

Does the OTW136 need different shocks or springs?

You can use existing shocks, but you may want to re-evaluate spring rates and oil to balance the stiffer mounting. Many users find small changes produce better handling after installation.

What maintenance does a carbon tower require?

Routine cleaning to remove grit and periodic checks of mounting bolts are usually sufficient. Avoid over-tightening which can damage the fibre around bolt holes.

Will this affect front-end balance?

Replacing FRP with a 3mm carbon tower often reduces front-end weight slightly and increases stiffness, so you may notice a change in steering feel that can be tuned via shocks and sway settings.

Is any special care needed for the carbon finish?

Clean with mild detergent and avoid abrasive cleaning methods. Protect edges from repeated hard impacts to maintain the tower's integrity.

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