Mugen MBX5R
#842
i doubled up on the diff seals and used green slime on my o rings and i havent had any leaks that i can see. i did have 1 screw in the center diff get loose but i just went longer on them all...thats after a full season. only down side is for all the ware ability on a mugen drive train it is heavy.
#843
Tech Adept
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Tony,
Do you have any tips on what the best way is, to find the thread in an already cut screw hole in a plastic part?
I usually put the screw on top of the hole and gently screw counter-clockwise until the screw slightly pops out and immediately falls back into the thread in the hole, then screw clockwise to catch that thread and screw it all the way in. Usually works great, but once in a while, depending on how good or bad the end of the screw is maschined (cut), it is difficult to find the thread, even with the method described.
Thanks in advance for your feedback,
Frank
Do you have any tips on what the best way is, to find the thread in an already cut screw hole in a plastic part?
I usually put the screw on top of the hole and gently screw counter-clockwise until the screw slightly pops out and immediately falls back into the thread in the hole, then screw clockwise to catch that thread and screw it all the way in. Usually works great, but once in a while, depending on how good or bad the end of the screw is maschined (cut), it is difficult to find the thread, even with the method described.
Thanks in advance for your feedback,
Frank
Frank,
I posted on the other thread but I'll post here too. Grab a 2.5mm drill bit (3/32" will do) and using a cordless drill, run the the bit in and out of each diff cup hole SLOWLY. This will ensure it is the proper size (and clear) for the longer 3mm screw. I haven't had to do this on any of my diff cups, but since this stuff is molded plastic, you can always have a cup that isn't perfect.
Best regards,
I posted on the other thread but I'll post here too. Grab a 2.5mm drill bit (3/32" will do) and using a cordless drill, run the the bit in and out of each diff cup hole SLOWLY. This will ensure it is the proper size (and clear) for the longer 3mm screw. I haven't had to do this on any of my diff cups, but since this stuff is molded plastic, you can always have a cup that isn't perfect.
Best regards,
#845
I checked these to no avail..still looking..anybody have some more suggestions on where could locate these parts.. again its the f/r swaybar stops...Iam looking for the aluminum parts
#846
is this what u are after?
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/2545
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/4110
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/2545
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/4110
#847
Tech Legend
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So in general, what are the parts that people are replacing on the MBX5R's to lighten it up?
I am looking to probably go back to the plastic rear carriers to start, and possibly these pivot balls, depending on what you guys think about there durability:
http://www.carolinasrc.com/webstore/...idproduct=5038
I am looking to probably go back to the plastic rear carriers to start, and possibly these pivot balls, depending on what you guys think about there durability:
http://www.carolinasrc.com/webstore/...idproduct=5038
Last edited by Cain; 03-01-2008 at 06:02 AM.
#848
is this what u are after?
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/2545
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/4110
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/2545
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...oducts_id/4110
#849
#850
Anyone still run the WERKS clutch with any success?
#851
Tech Adept
iTrader: (6)
Hi,
Has anybody ever noticed the huge play of the diffs in the diff cases of the MBX5R?
I had to use two of the 13.5x15.9x0.2 washers in front of the outdrive ball bearings in each diff case, to stop the diff from moving left and right. That took care of the bevel gear backlash, too.
But still, one side of the diff case does _not_ fully lock in the diff outdrive ball bearing; so there still is movement of the diff up and down, and forward and backward
Thanks for your feedback,
Frank
Has anybody ever noticed the huge play of the diffs in the diff cases of the MBX5R?
I had to use two of the 13.5x15.9x0.2 washers in front of the outdrive ball bearings in each diff case, to stop the diff from moving left and right. That took care of the bevel gear backlash, too.
But still, one side of the diff case does _not_ fully lock in the diff outdrive ball bearing; so there still is movement of the diff up and down, and forward and backward
Thanks for your feedback,
Frank
#853
Tech Elite
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You have to shim the diffs on both bearings in the case so its snug, on top of moving shims from one side to the other to make the ring/pinion mash tight enough without any play. I haven't had to shim under the pinion yet, and if I did, I would replace the ring and pinions.
#854
Tech Adept
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You have to shim the diffs on both bearings in the case so its snug, on top of moving shims from one side to the other to make the ring/pinion mash tight enough without any play. I haven't had to shim under the pinion yet, and if I did, I would replace the ring and pinions.
Hi Frank,
Yes, the diff needs to be shimmed using the large shims included in the kit. If you use one diff gasket, they typically take 2-3 shims. But if you use two diff gaskets the diff is wider by the thickness of the extra gasket so you end up using no shims or maybe one.
Best regards,
Tony P.
Yes, the diff needs to be shimmed using the large shims included in the kit. If you use one diff gasket, they typically take 2-3 shims. But if you use two diff gaskets the diff is wider by the thickness of the extra gasket so you end up using no shims or maybe one.
Best regards,
Tony P.
Thanks a lot for your feedback! Put it together accordingly and looks good.
Best regards,
Frank
Last edited by Starter box; 03-02-2008 at 09:42 PM.
#855
When i first built my 5R all was tight. I rebuilt the diffs over the weekend and had to do some small amount of shimming.
I love my 5r, had another podium on friday night.
RC8 clutch worked without issues.
http://www.ocrraceway.com/2008%20Results/290208.html
Tim
I love my 5r, had another podium on friday night.
RC8 clutch worked without issues.
http://www.ocrraceway.com/2008%20Results/290208.html
Tim