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November 19, 2018

Mugen MTC1 performance conversion kit

After a year of testing and racing, Mugen Seiki has released first information about their new performance conversion kit for the MTCC1 electric touring car. All of the new parts were used at the European Reedy Race of Champions, where all three prototype MTC1 ended up in the top 10 of the modified class. The prototype MTC1 was able to log some of the fastest lap times of the entire event, highlighting the capabilities of the new parts. Testing with the prototype MTC1 on asphalt has also shown great results. Most testing was been done by pro drivers, but we also did testing with hobby customers and the testing displayed great results for drivers of all levels.

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October 25, 2018

T-Works lightweight bearing kits

Coming from T-Works are four new lightweight bearing kits for vehicles such as the Xray GTX, Kyosho Inferno GT3, HB Racing RGT8 and Mugen MBX8 Eco. All use 8x14mm rubber-sealed bearings to replace the standard kit bearings for lighter ones. Using the lightweight bearings kits will reduce the unsprung masses for a more nimble handling and a lower overall weight. Also included in the sets are lightweight reducer bushings.

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October 22, 2018

Mugen MBX8T & MBX8T Eco 1/8th truggy kits

Mugen have announced the soon release of their new MBX8T nitro and MBX8T Eco electric 1/8th truggy kits. Both use the successful MBX8 buggy as a base with the trucks featuring a new 3mm aluminium chassis for improved handling and consistency in bumpy conditions as well as improved overall steering thanks to greater stability. HTD high traction differentials come as standard, ensuring better acceleration, longer runtimes and more consistent handling especially in rougher track conditions. The larger oil volume ensures great consistency in long mains and improved traction in lower grip conditions. Part of the drivetrain package are also new straight-cut 10T bevel and 46T conical gears – again helping with acceleration, runtime and efficiency. The diffs are housed in new front and rear gearboxes that help to quicker extract the diffs from the chassis while new suspension hangers further help with maintenance and drivability. Also new in the suspension department are box-shaped suspension arms with arm stiffeners. They make for reduced flex while adding durability and optional inserts allow to fine-tune overall arm flex. Other new parts include a lightweight 1-piece wing mount for a lower centre of gravity with the wing mount being height adjustable to have additional control over downforce and jump characteristics. A lightweight high downforce wing helps with cornering and an updated carbon fibre radio plate – for the nitro kit – rounds out the package. The MBX8T trucks are decked out with Pro-Line body shells and they also include clamping servo saver nuts, updated front and rear shock towers as well as universal-type centre driveshafts.

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October 8, 2018

Factory RC introduce new AE, Mugen & Tekno carbon parts

Factory RC have introduced a host of new carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated T6.1 and SC6.1, the Mugen MBX8R and the Tekno RC EB/ET410. Starting with the AE-related parts, the new range includes front and rear carbon fibre shock towers for the T6.1 and SC6.1 in standard black or special blue weave variants. The parts are usable on both the stadium and short course truck.

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September 20, 2018

Think RC MTC1.e carbon fibre top deck & servo plates

Think RC have introduced new option parts for their MTC1.e conversion kit in the form of a thinner top deck and new upper servo plates. Starting with the top deck, the part is a thinner version of the updated top deck included with the TH-502 chassis conversion kit. Made from quality 1.6mm carbon fibre the upper deck is ideal for low traction conditions, or when used with the aluminium flex chassis on ETS-style carpet. Also new is the servo mount plate made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre for increased stiffness. This servo mount plate matches the steering post positions on the chassis plate included in the TH-502 Chassis conversion kit. To run the A2309 steering collars with the conversion kit, owners need this part. The second option plate is a simplified version, removing the floating steering option for a clean and simple look to the chassis. Also made from quality 2.5mm thick carbon fibre to improve the rigidity of the mounting.

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September 3, 2018

T-Works MBX8 & MP9 diff cross pins

T-Works have introduced these new diff cross pins for the Mugen MBX8 and the Kyosho MP9. Made from hard coated 7075-T6 Aluminium, the pins help reduce rotational mass, and come in a set of 6 to replace the pins in all 3 gear diffs.

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August 17, 2018

Mugen MRX6R radio plate stiffener

Coming from Mugen and made for their MRX6R 1/8th on-road car is a carbon fibre radio plate stiffener. The V-shaped brace connects the front bulkhead with the steering bellcrank which results in reduced front end flex and thus greater stability and steering precision when running on high-grip tracks. Using the part will also make steering reaction more consistent. The part is made from high-quality carbon fibre and a direct fit.

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August 16, 2018

Think RC MTC1 1-piece spools & front diff pulley

Coming from Think RC and made for Mugen’s MTC1 electric touring car are a new 1-piece spool and front diff pulleys. Starting with the 1-piece spook, the part has been designed to provide further weight savings over the standard drivetrain, helping to improve steering and drivetrain efficiency. It is available in both standard 34T configuration, and as a 38T variant to go with the Think RC’s 38T Pulley conversion kit.

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