Mugen Seiki Racing have announced the release of the FP aluminium rear lower arm shock mounts for the MRX6R 1/8th on-road kit. The braces mount to the long specification rear lower arms and will increase durability and offer more consistent handling over the stock graphite mounts. The parts are made in the U.S.A. and are black anodised for increased durability.
Source: Mugen Seiki [mugenracing.com]
Following a first teaser image, Mugen Seiki have revealed more images of their forthcoming new MTX7 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road kit. Based on the successful and very popular MTX6R the new car received updates to the chassis, rear bulkhead, layshaft bulkhead, front upper arm and servo saver area in order to create a car that has improved rear traction, stability and a wider setup window. Improvements in rear traction and stability come from the new arm mount design that locates the rear lower arms directly on the rear bulkhead, similar to the MRX6. The new LCG rear bulkhead and bulkhead gear shaft lower the centre of gravity and make the MTX7 more stable at high speeds and when changing direction while the new aluminium servo saver improves precision and makes for a more direct steering feel. The new aluminium front upper arm bracket improves steering response has more adjustability and drivers can now adjust the height of the upper arm bracket as well as the length of the upper arms. This feature allows owners to tune the MTX7 to a wider range of track conditions. Other changes include the front drive shafts and pivot balls that have been changed to increase the overall steering angle for tight and low grip track conditions. The kit is rounded out by a new chassis, front anti-roll bar, rear differential case, rear shock tower, radio plate, and front upright arms.
Coming for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX8 Eco buggies is Leadfinger Racing’s new A2.1 buggy body shell. The A2.1 body and front scoop for the MBX8 is a one off design from the original LFR Assassin body. The new A2.1 not only delivers an updated new look and tuning option, but is also designed to work with and fit the popular MBX8 Eco electric buggy. Three changes in total have been made to the new design. First is the addition of the cowl scoops on the side pods. Depending on the performance the racer os looking for, these can be left alone to add to the overall down force of the car, or they can be drilled out for additional cooling. New for LFR is the addition of the roof fin. The advantage is more stability in high speed sections of the track, giving the buggy a better and more precise feel throughout the car. The final upgrade is the addition of down force added to both of the rear side pods. This helps to keep the car planted and provide more level jumping. With the new A2.1 design from LFR, racers now have an option to better suit their tuning needs for a variety of track surfaces. The body is available in both lightweight or standard thickness’, including window masks and stickers.
Coming soon from Mugen is their new MTX7 1/10th scale nitro on-road kit. The car builds on the successful MTX6R and features a new chassis as well low centre of gravity centre and rear bulkheads for improved high-speed stability and quicker direction changes. Also new are updated front aluminium upper arm brackets that allow for height and length adjustments, enabling the user to fine-tune the car to a wider range of track conditions. Other updates include an aluminium servo saver for improved steering feeling, redesigned front driveshafts and pivot balls allow for a greater maximum steering angle and new front anti-roll bars, a new rear diff case, rear shock tower, radio plate and front upper arms round out the package.
Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]
A new brand is coming out of SoCal, WellRC Racing by nitro guru Walter Diaz. The first products are body cut templates and starter box plates. Starting with the WellCut templates, they were designed to take the hassle out of mounting ProtoForm R18, R19 and P909 bodies. They are placed on top of the body and accurately trace the cut lines for engine, air filter, fuel tank, roll bar, top end needle, and rear body post holes. Made from high quality ABS plastic for long life, the templates are available for Mugen, Serpent and Xray cars.
Bittydesign have announced the soon release of their Vision body shell for the Mugen MBX8 Eco 1/8th electric buggy kit. Following the design elements introduced with the Vision MBX8 nitro buggy body, the electric variant will also offer a more balanced feeling while providing an easier to drive car compared to the stock Mugen kit body shell. The lid is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, and it comes pre-cut, ensuring swift and easy prepping. Several venting holes, that can be opened if needed, allow to cool down the buggy’s electronics while the overall shape allows ample room for the LiPo battery. The body comes clear, including window masks and a pre-cut decal sheet and it fits the MBX8 Eco as well as the older spec MBX7 Eco buggies.
T-Works have introduced two new aluminium upper shock caps sets, coming for the Kyosho MP10 and MP9 range of cars as well as the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 kits. Both are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come with a black colour hard-coated surface for improved durability. The sets include shock bushings as well as two types of volume compensators in soft and hard specification, allowing to adjust the shock action under compression. The Kyosho set is usable with the MP10, MP9 TKI 3 and TKI4 as well as the MP9E and MP9E Evo. The Mugen caps are usable with all MBX8 and MBX7 kits.
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Bittydesign have introduced their all-new Vision 1/8th nitro buggy body shell for the Mugen MBX8. Designed in collaboration with Nitro Buggy World Champion, Robert Batlle the body will offer an easier to drive and more balanced feeling compared to the Mugen kit body thanks to a new cabin, side pod and rear side flaps design that optimises the aerodynamic characteristics. In addition a flap behind the engine area guides the air towards the rear wing for a smoother and more directed airflow around the shock tower and lower wing mount. The body comes moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate and it is laser pre-cut to fit all MBX8 and older MBX7 models. Included comes a pre-cut decal sheet as well as window masks.
