Screws for 1/32 guides

Specific screws for 1/32 slot guides: small in size, large in precision

When preparing a slot car for competition or simply performing a workshop check, every component matters. The SC-1652 screws from Scaleauto are specifically designed for anchoring guides in 1/32 scale cars, offering the right size and the appropriate material to ensure a secure and durable fixing.

Technical features

• Material: Steel
• Head: Allen M3 / ø 5 mm
• Thread: M2 x 4 mm in length
• Contents: Pack of 10 units

Function and performance

The guide is the element that connects the car to the track and transmits current to the braids. Poor fixing can lead to play, loss of contact, or even breakage of the guide itself during operation. These screws provide the correct tightening thanks to their Allen M3 head, which allows for precise work without the risk of damaging the chassis mountings.

The steel ensures a significantly higher strength compared to the plastic screws that come standard with some models, and their length of 4 mm is the usual size for guide blocks in the most common 1/32 slot cars on the market.

Assembly and preparation

For assembly, a 1.5 mm Allen key is recommended (corresponding to the M2 thread). It is advisable not to over-tighten: the goal is to secure the guide without making it rigid, allowing the necessary pivot movement for the car to follow the track correctly in corners. A small amount of low-strength thread locker can help prevent the screw from loosening due to vibrations during long sessions, without hindering subsequent disassembly.

Compatibility

Designed by Scaleauto for their own cars, but compatible with any 1/32 chassis that uses the M2 x 4 mm screw standard for guide anchoring. It is always advisable to check the diameter and depth of the mounting before installing them on third-party chassis.

Ideal for…

• Preparers and enthusiasts with their own workshop who need reliable spare screws.
• Competition clubs where checking and maintaining cars is frequent.
• Any driver looking to replace standard screws with more durable steel units.

Frequently asked questions

What Allen key do I need for these screws?

The head is Allen M3 with an outer diameter of 5 mm, but the thread is M2, so the tightening key that fits the inner hexagon is 1.5 mm. It is the most common size in Allen key sets for slot and modelling.

Are they compatible with guides from other brands?

The M2 x 4 mm screw is a widely used standard in 1/32 slot. In most cases, they are compatible, but we recommend checking the dimensions of the chassis mounting before installing them.

Can I use them on 1/24 scale cars?

They are designed for 1/32 scale. 1/24 cars usually require larger diameter screws; check your chassis specifications before using them.

How many screws are included in the pack?

Each pack contains 10 units, a sufficient quantity to equip several cars or have spares in the workshop.

Is it advisable to apply thread locker?

It is optional, but in competition, a low-strength thread locker is recommended to prevent vibrations from loosening the screw. It also facilitates subsequent disassembly without damaging the chassis.

The Scaleauto SC-1652 guide screws are steel M2 x 4 mm bolts with Allen M3 head, specifically designed for 1/32 slot car guide fixing. Sold in packs of 10, they are a reliable replacement for standard plastic fixings and a must-have spare part for any serious slot car workshop or racing club.