January 16, 2008

Mugen Hex wrench set and nut spinner

Mugen Hex wrench set and nut spinner

Mugen Seiki in Japan have announced the release of new additions to the company’s line up of tools. First up is this complete set of Hex head wrenches, made up of 6 pieces it includes the previously available standard hex drivers in 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm as well as 2 ball hex wrenches in 2.0mm and 2.5mm. Also new is the addition of a 5.0mm nut spinner to their previously released range of spinners. All tools feature grey anodised handles with the Mugen Seiki logo engraved on the side.

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January 6, 2008

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace Manufacturing have released this set of 4 pillow balls for use with Mugen buggies and truggies. They are 2.5mm longer than stock allowing more threads to bite in the a-arm, those that run wider set-ups will really benefit from the longer threads. The ball ends are specially coated to make them incredibly durable and Dace offers a lifetime guarantee on these balls, replacing them if they come apart.

Source: Dace MFG [dacemfg.com]


January 6, 2008

KM Racing blocks & NT1/MTX4 parts

KM Racing blocks & NT1/MTX4 parts

KM Racing have released a number of optional parts for the Mugen MTX-4 and Xray NT1 as well as these universal droop blocks. The chassis droop support blocks, which sport the KM Racing logo have been precision machined from aluminium and red anodised and work with the previously released droop gauge. For the MTX-4, KM have created some lightweight aluminium pulleys in both 23T and 18T and their construction prevents the build up of dirt on the teeth, while a new lightweight pulley adaptor works with the original plastic pullies on the MTX3 and 4. For the Xray NT1 is a new lightweight 2nd gear carrier and 2 piece lightweight front solid axle which has been made from delrin to help reduce weight, while the design allows for replaceable ball cups.

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December 18, 2007

RT Symbio Truggy body T2

RT Symbio Truggy body T2

Reckward Tuning have released the second version of their unique looking Symbio truggy body shell, suitable for the Mugen MBX-5T or Jammin X1-CRT. Made from 1mm thick high quality polycarbonate, the outer contour comes pre cut, while the rear of the shell has a R-Line diffuser for that aggressive look. Supplied with Symbio decals and window masks, refueling is possible with all fuel guns on the market through the front window.

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December 14, 2007

Mugen Seiki 2008 Winter Clothing line

Mugen Seiki 2008 Clothing line

Mugen Seiki in Japan have begun selling, in limited quantity, their new line of clothing for this winter. Sold together as a set including both trousers and jacket, they are only available in L and XL and can only be bought through their website. The padded jacket is available in blue, features a hood and sports the new Mugen Seiki logo on the front breast and a larger version on the rear, while the trousers look to be made from the same material and are therefore rain proof. Orders start on the 26th of December at 5pm.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]


December 12, 2007

Large Mugen Seiki Carrying case

 Large Mugen Seiki Carrying case

Back in summer Mugen released the blue version of this large carrying case,  and now in the middle of winter the Japanese company has come out with the same case in grey. This large bag sports the Mugen logo screen printed on the outside and inside is 4 corrugated plastic drawers mounted within a frame. The internal size of the bag is 530mm x 315mm and the drawers are wipe able and resistant to high temperatures and moisture.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]


November 23, 2007

Mugen Seiki Alu Servo horn

 Mugen Seiki Alu Servo horn

As seen on the Mugen MRX-4X of Rick V. at the 1/8th scale World Championships in Argentina, Mugen have now released this aluminium servo horn. Much stronger than the original plastic version, the new servo horn is suitable for all the cars in the Mugen range as well as on other manufacturers cars, and comes supplied with multiple composite inserts to make it suitable for all makes of servos.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]


November 23, 2007

KM Racing Clutch bells

 KM Racing Clutch bells

Following on from the release of the lightweight clutch bell housing for the Xray NT1 back in September, KM Racing have now released a similar product for both the Kyosho V-One RRR and Mugen MTX4. Designed to be super lightweight, with the maximum amount of material removed without sacrificing strength, both bell housings has been made from a new hardened steel material for extra durability.

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