HPI Racing SAVAGE XL FLUX spring steel front steering and rear supporting tie rod by GPM SAVF1049S  [SAVF1049S]

Front steering and support tie rod

This is an RC-scale steering and support tie rod set produced by GPM for the HPI Racing SAVAGE XL FLUX platform, supplied as a pair intended for front steering and rear support roles. Manufactured from spring steel, the parts are intended to serve as direct replacement links where original plastic or softer metal links are worn or when a stiffer steering response is desired for on-track tuning.

Installation is straightforward for hobbyists familiar with basic link replacement: remove the existing tie rods from the steering knuckles and drag links, swap in the spring steel links, and secure with the supplied fasteners. Check thread engagement and apply moderate torque to avoid stripping, and confirm steering centring before final tightening.

As tuning components, spring steel tie rods offer reduced flex compared with standard links, which can translate to crisper steering input and a different feedback feel from the suspension and steering geometry; users should balance this against possible changes in bump steer and steering sensitivity when adjusting other suspension settings.