Schumacher FT9 Upper Deck Front Graphite 2.0 by Factory Pro O-SCP034  [FP-O-SCP034]

Upper deck front for Schumacher FT9

This is an RC-scale upper deck front designed for the Schumacher FT9 chassis, produced as an aftermarket part by Factory Pro identified as O-SCP034. The component is Graphite 2.0, intended to replace the front section of the top deck to influence chassis stiffness and front-end response during setup changes.

In chassis tuning the upper deck front plays a focused role: it interacts with the main topdeck to alter torsional rigidity ahead of the centreline, which affects steering bite and consistency through undulation. Use it as part of incremental setup changes rather than a single-step fix, and track results after each swap so you can isolate its effect.

Installation is straightforward for standard FT9 layouts. Remove the existing topdeck screws that secure the front section, lift the old piece clear, align the replacement so mounting holes match the chassis posts and re-fit the original fasteners. Confirm clearance with the servo and steering linkages before final torqueing. Use an appropriate hex driver and light, even torque to avoid crushing the graphite.

Maintenance notes: inspect mounting holes and mating surfaces for cracks after hard impacts, keep mating faces clean of grit, and re-check screw tightness after the first few runs. As an aftermarket graphite part, handle with care during fitting and avoid over-tightening small screws.