Mugen MTX-3
08-29-2007, 08:14 AM
I have the first generation MTX-3 as well. All you will need to do is change to the 0.8 pitch gears and you will do fine. If you can't find the MTX-3 0.8 pitch clutch bell gears, I have a set that I could sell you cheap.
I currently use my MTX-3 as a backup car to my MTX-4 (and it fills in nicely when the MTX-4 doesn't perform well).
I currently use my MTX-3 as a backup car to my MTX-4 (and it fills in nicely when the MTX-4 doesn't perform well).
08-29-2007, 08:39 AM
J-Lock, what teeth count do they have? The guy I bought the car from threw in an extra set, the ones on the engine now are:
1st gear=16t and 2nd gear=20t
Im not too familiar with the whole pitch thing, can you explain.
As far as I know the clutch bell gears are also referred to as pinion gears (if Im not mistaken) and the lower tooth count on the pinion gears the more bottom end snap you will have.
1st gear=16t and 2nd gear=20t
Im not too familiar with the whole pitch thing, can you explain.
As far as I know the clutch bell gears are also referred to as pinion gears (if Im not mistaken) and the lower tooth count on the pinion gears the more bottom end snap you will have.
08-29-2007, 08:48 AM
J-Lock, what teeth count do they have? The guy I bought the car from threw in an extra set, the ones on the engine now are:
1st gear=16t and 2nd gear=20t
Im not too familiar with the whole pitch thing, can you explain.
As far as I know the clutch bell gears are also referred to as pinion gears (if Im not mistaken) and the lower tooth count on the pinion gears the more bottom end snap you will have.
1st gear=16t and 2nd gear=20t
Im not too familiar with the whole pitch thing, can you explain.
As far as I know the clutch bell gears are also referred to as pinion gears (if Im not mistaken) and the lower tooth count on the pinion gears the more bottom end snap you will have.
Yes you are correct with lower tooth gear but only on the first gear as far as "snap" is concerned. But, you also have to have the clutch set up properly as well because if it hits too slow or too hard, that will negate the "snap" you are seeking.
08-29-2007, 09:03 AM
Sweet, thanks for clearing that up.
08-29-2007, 09:26 AM
JL - PM sent.
08-29-2007, 10:16 AM
Almtx3 - Replied to PM.
08-29-2007, 12:24 PM
I believe this is the yellow clutch shoe Corse-R was referring to. This should fit right?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWA:IT&ih=018
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWA:IT&ih=018
08-29-2007, 12:33 PM
I believe this is the yellow clutch shoe Corse-R was referring to. This should fit right?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWA:IT&ih=018
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWA:IT&ih=018
10-27-2007, 10:31 AM
what other thrust bearing than a mugen one works, are they all the same
10-27-2007, 10:39 AM
Kyosho brand.
10-27-2007, 04:06 PM
I am looking to get into the nitro touring car scene. I have been looking into the mugen car. I know that the MTX-4 is the newer one, but I will only be driving every couple weeks. This being said my local hoby shop has a MTX-3 that they are trying to unload. What is the Diference in the two. Are the parts for the MTX-4 interchangable with the ones on the 3
Thanks
Thanks
10-28-2007, 07:37 AM
of course get yourself MTX4.
MTX3 is an old car by now...... and you will find it VERY difficult to find spare parts like bulkheads, suspension arms, upper deck, and many other things. And you will be alone driving an old car in the track.
Secondly, MTX3's handling is no contest to MTX4 ( I have mtx3 and mtx4, and I know the difference )
MTX3 is an old car by now...... and you will find it VERY difficult to find spare parts like bulkheads, suspension arms, upper deck, and many other things. And you will be alone driving an old car in the track.
Secondly, MTX3's handling is no contest to MTX4 ( I have mtx3 and mtx4, and I know the difference )
10-28-2007, 08:00 AM
If you are interested in racing just a few times and want to keep your costs down for a season, don't write the MTX-3 off.
However, unless they give you a hugh deal ($150) for the new kit let it sit. You can pick up a used car with parts for $100 and enjoy. The MTX-3 is not as fast as the MTX-4, but it will take a much harder hit and is let prone to break. There are not a lot of parts that will work between the cars so do not look at it as upgrade.
I've got a MTX-3 and parts to keep it running for a few years. For me racing in the summer outside is time to sit back and enjoy the weather. Now when carpet season is around, 1/12 scale is the class that I really work at.
With that all being said, I beleive Mugen is going to update the MTX-4 and I'll probably purchase it when it comes out, but sometime in 2008/2009.
Just my thoughts
However, unless they give you a hugh deal ($150) for the new kit let it sit. You can pick up a used car with parts for $100 and enjoy. The MTX-3 is not as fast as the MTX-4, but it will take a much harder hit and is let prone to break. There are not a lot of parts that will work between the cars so do not look at it as upgrade.
I've got a MTX-3 and parts to keep it running for a few years. For me racing in the summer outside is time to sit back and enjoy the weather. Now when carpet season is around, 1/12 scale is the class that I really work at.
With that all being said, I beleive Mugen is going to update the MTX-4 and I'll probably purchase it when it comes out, but sometime in 2008/2009.
Just my thoughts
10-28-2007, 08:09 AM
the lastest is the mtx4r, not mtx4...
10-28-2007, 08:12 AM
