Tamiya 4004097 - TRF102 GFRP 1.8mm T-Bar Circuit Upgrade  [4004097]

Tamiya 4004097 - TRF102 42289 T-Bar GFRP - 1.8mm Thick : 4004097
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Brand:
Tamiya
Model:
4004097
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Refine Your TRF102 Handling with a Stiffening Plate

The Tamiya 4004097 T-Bar is a dedicated reinforcement for the TRF102 chassis, manufactured from 1.8mm Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic to limit unwanted chassis flex. Fitting this part helps produce crisper steering and steadier mid-corner balance for lap-focused setups.

How the 1.8mm GFRP Affects Setup

The chosen 1.8mm thickness gives increased torsional rigidity while keeping added mass low, letting tuners adjust suspension geometry without large secondary effects. It is a practical choice for racers seeking repeatable handling over a race program.

Will fitting this change my spring choice?

You may find stiffer springs or slightly different damping helpful to match the reduced chassis flex, so test progressively rather than making large jumps.

Does the material hold up to frequent racing?

GFRP is robust under normal racing stresses and resists cracking better than some brittle composites, though care should be taken to avoid point impacts.

Any quick checks after installation?

After fitting, verify all mounting screws are even and re-check wheel alignment and droop to ensure the T-Bar has the intended effect on handling.

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