Mugen MTX-3
02-05-2006, 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by devious17
Thanks asw7576,rcabj
Tomorrow I am running the mtx3 again before I clean and dress it up like a shelve queen
for the buggy season is in. A change of chassis also from the prospec to the non prospec chassis.
I think I will go get the virtualRC software and USB connector and start practising virtually and apply the learnings on the tracks. I am not keen at downtime during track days.So long as the x3 still has foam on the rims I will want to run it bald.
Getting used to the one way and actually liking it a lot. My RB is slowly dying on me now hahahahahaha.
Tomorrow I am running the mtx3 again before I clean and dress it up like a shelve queen
for the buggy season is in. A change of chassis also from the prospec to the non prospec chassis.I think I will go get the virtualRC software and USB connector and start practising virtually and apply the learnings on the tracks. I am not keen at downtime during track days.So long as the x3 still has foam on the rims I will want to run it bald.
Getting used to the one way and actually liking it a lot. My RB is slowly dying on me now hahahahahaha.
02-05-2006, 05:35 PM
Originally Posted by tommi
Were you one of the few at HPC yesterday(Sat)? 
but I wasnt running 1/10 yesterday.....didnt want to be a mosquito around you fellas hahahahahaha
02-05-2006, 05:42 PM
Originally Posted by MikeyG
So...with virtual rc, you can change cars, set ups, and track conditions etc?????
02-05-2006, 06:58 PM
Originally Posted by devious17
You coming for the mugen qualifying rounds at HPC this Feb?
i am 'planning' to go...so how do u find the track....i won't be able to try till the race day itself
02-05-2006, 07:28 PM
Originally Posted by devious17
yep but I wasnt running 1/10 yesterday.....didnt want to be a mosquito around you fellas hahahahahaha
but I wasnt running 1/10 yesterday.....didnt want to be a mosquito around you fellas hahahahahaha Please don't say that, it's a life-long learning thing, no one will be nobody's mosquito, the more the merrier! 
02-05-2006, 07:35 PM
Originally Posted by rcabj
i am 'planning' to go...so how do u find the track....i won't be able to try till the race day itself
02-06-2006, 02:09 AM
Originally Posted by tommi
Track surface is flat, traction is OK, but it's really quite hard on the tire wear. We're mostly using 40 or 42 shores, I'm using 40F/42R Kawahara tires with great results. Depends on the layout, this track has got GOOD combinations of chicanes, hairpins, sweepers, and technical corners; an enjoyable track to learn. Nice to drive around with all the combinations, but takes reasonable time to get the car tweaked right and go FAST.
02-06-2006, 06:54 AM
heh heh heh......initially, I had a lot of broken parts running in HPC....and now I merely scratch my shell once in a while hehehehhe.......practise! and more practise!
Those 3 port fellas can really take the sweepers without even lifting their throttle! I was very tempted to run my mtx3 but thinking the sun is up and high....time to let the mbx5 out of it's cage. If you notice a fella with a box with "barely street legal"that would be me ......gimme a holler the next time you see me.
Those 3 port fellas can really take the sweepers without even lifting their throttle! I was very tempted to run my mtx3 but thinking the sun is up and high....time to let the mbx5 out of it's cage. If you notice a fella with a box with "barely street legal"that would be me
......gimme a holler the next time you see me.
02-06-2006, 08:19 AM
Guys... I need your input....
Recently I test my car after major cleaning & overhaul. I replaced the clutch shoe ( doughnut type ). However, I didn't replace the 4 pieces clutch shoe in flywheel. During the test, after 3 tanks, I notice my car occasionally did not run spontaneously on full throttle input. I notice this problem especially when my car is about to exit a corner..... I give it full throttle, the engine rpm screamed.... but the car did not run spontaneously. Do you get the picture ?
What cause " the lags " ? Is it the play or clearance in clutch bell too narrow ? Is it my two speed clucth become thinner ? Is it one way bearing in Spur Gear is about to go out of service ?
I checked the screw that keep the clutch bell and crankshaft is tight.
Recently I test my car after major cleaning & overhaul. I replaced the clutch shoe ( doughnut type ). However, I didn't replace the 4 pieces clutch shoe in flywheel. During the test, after 3 tanks, I notice my car occasionally did not run spontaneously on full throttle input. I notice this problem especially when my car is about to exit a corner..... I give it full throttle, the engine rpm screamed.... but the car did not run spontaneously. Do you get the picture ?
What cause " the lags " ? Is it the play or clearance in clutch bell too narrow ? Is it my two speed clucth become thinner ? Is it one way bearing in Spur Gear is about to go out of service ?
I checked the screw that keep the clutch bell and crankshaft is tight.
02-06-2006, 06:01 PM
eerr......clutch spring too tight maybe? does it happen consistently? did you replaced the "doughnut" with the same item? maybe the shoe isn't broken in yet...just a thought.
02-06-2006, 06:16 PM
Is the flywheel tightened all the way down? And yes you should check the shimming that could also cause the problem you are describing....
02-06-2006, 07:33 PM
Originally Posted by TigeRyan
Is the flywheel tightened all the way down? And yes you should check the shimming that could also cause the problem you are describing....
I check the shimming...... I admit my clutch bell clearance is too narrow ( very little play ).
A friend of mine suspect the one way bearing on 1st Spur Gear.
02-06-2006, 07:41 PM
Well, I've never had a oneway bearing go, so I can't really help there...I guess I would start by pulling the motor and checking everything on there and then start working out from there in the drive train...
02-06-2006, 07:45 PM
I never had a one way bearing go either, but I was having the exact same problem. The cause was the titanium 2 speed shaft I was using had worn down just enough where the one way bearing rides to cause it to slip. I thought it was the bearing, but I tried a few different ones and the problem still existed. I changed the 2 speed shaft and all the problems were gone.
02-06-2006, 07:48 PM
asw....beside the engine & clutch check your spur teeth and gap between the pinion and spur..good luck