Building these kits are actually therapeutic to me. I don’t even understand why someone would purchase some ready run. The fun of the hobby is the learning curve that comes with it. Kudos to you Adam.
Nice build brother, I am gonna co vert my mbx7r to the same layout. And run it soon at a race. I have been running Serpent Buggy and truggy for about 2 years after staring with the mbx7. Thanks for all the informative videos!
Quick tip. I found leaving the carbon tops on the hubs a little loose which makes inserting the camber link and its 6mm of shims easier, and then tighten them all at once.
Thank you the Video, I watched you diff fluid video as well, so for the stock kit starting set up with cva's you used/recommended the 5/7/4 fluid just to clarify and 10/10/7 is for universals?
@AdamDrake Thanks for the video, I just built my Eco up following it. Do you ever use the longer front brace that comes in the kit(I assume it just eliminates more flex)? Finally, I remember you had talked about universals vs CVAs that come with the kit. Can you rebuild universals at all, like you can with CVAs? Thanks, Adam. 🏎🏎
Quick question, I have a Mugen mbx7r nitro and looking forward to converting it to electric but parts for the mbx7r eco are discontinued, Can I use parts from the mbx8r eco on the Mbx7r? And what parts are exchangeable? Thanks
I'm always unsure of how much Lube to put in the diff. I don't want it to overflow but I never tried installing The Sun Gear and wiping out the access because I've always been afraid of getting the lube down into screw holes and cause a problem with assembly
@Adamdrake I have a mbx8 eco when using the universals on the rear do I use two 8x10 bearings I noticed there’s a third inner race or should I use the mbx6R hubs . Appreciate the help 👍🏽. My car has the 8x10 bearing on the outside hub but the inside bearing is the cva bigger bearing I can’t recall the size on the bigger bearing
Hello! I'm looking for a 1/8 scale e-buggy with good durability and long-lasting or cheap to replace drivetrain parts. Would the MBX8R eco be a good choice?
will the tekno traction drive work with the dif installed the way you did in this video? i know on the MBX8 you did the video on flipping the dif & cutting the chassis in order to accommodate it. should we follow that video if we plan to use the Tekno traction drive on our MBX8R?
Hi Adam, I am sure you are very busy man I just wanted to ask what that gray clay looking ball thing is. I’m new to the hobby just curious. Thank you so much in advance if you get a chance to answer this.
How in the hell did you thread the collar so easily onto the threaded shaft of the servo saver? My spring must be too long because I have destroyed my fingers trying for an hour, then when I finally got the collar to grab one thread, it was cross threaded. I think the problem is that the diameter of the spring is about 1mm too small and therefore the flange of the plastic bushing (on one end) and the flange of the threaded collar (on the other end) will not slip up into the spring. I'm still trying to figure it out. I am going to have to go find a small spring compressor. Your spring mush be at least 4-5mm shorter than mine. You didn't even compress the spring - you just simple threaded it on.
Quick question, do you recommend using graphite on the center dog bones or just leaving them dry? I know the manual recommends grease, but on dirt, that's a no go. Thanks!
Man arrmas look like knock off mugens. Haha ik they are , ik there's guys who know which mugen diff parts to use . I always learn good tricks from you Adam, I put those bearing shims on outside and yes are a pain to line up. Im putting my first nitro kit together a 4.0 eight t I just finished going throughout my favorite rc the losi muggy I didn't know you were involved with that till yesterday. Ultimately I do want race nitro
I'm building my 1st nitro now. a sworks looks very similar I've been doing it over the last few days and I might have to go back over it after watching this
@@ZingZingNZ definitely Adam i consider one of best people in the rc industries. but with diff fluids if you're not racing you may want use thicker fluids .
@@paulclancy2404 nah I'm racing, I started two months ago, and raced in the ep buggy. I got 10th out of 30 or so. Horrible weather but was a national event. So I got a nitro
Building these kits are actually therapeutic to me. I don’t even understand why someone would purchase some ready run. The fun of the hobby is the learning curve that comes with it. Kudos to you Adam.
I agree!!
Because its 800$ without electronics or tires
@@4x5300 Yeah sadly im about to fork it over but its crazy not to see the price jump for the everyday basher
Yes! I’d rather build a car than paint the body! Lol
Cause they are poor , rtr is only option for some
I had your Losi Adam Drake edition Truggy. This is awesome finding you again after so many years.
Very cool!
I want to thank you for doing these vidz. So cool being able to see a pro assembling these kits!
My pleasure, thank you very much!
Hi Adam. I have a quick question. What is the part number for the 0.2mm clutch shims you referenced at 53:39 (installing the Ackermann plate)? TIA.
Very informative Adam, great help for the rc people always leaning.👍
Nice build brother, I am gonna co vert my mbx7r to the same layout. And run it soon at a race. I have been running Serpent Buggy and truggy for about 2 years after staring with the mbx7. Thanks for all the informative videos!
Great build! I just picked up an 8R eco to run this season and as always went together perfect!!
Great to hear!
Quick tip. I found leaving the carbon tops on the hubs a little loose which makes inserting the camber link and its 6mm of shims easier, and then tighten them all at once.
I agree I had to do the same
Thank you Adam. I should have my MBX8R Eco today. start building tonight!
Enjoy!
Thank you the Video, I watched you diff fluid video as well, so for the stock kit starting set up with cva's you used/recommended the 5/7/4 fluid just to clarify and 10/10/7 is for universals?
Great video I just ordered mine ill have it next week!!
Do you have a setup sheet for this car on Grass. Please. Cheers David
Hello, What grease are you taking at minute 3:00
Love watching the build, thanks for the tips, keep them coming.😎👍
@AdamDrake Thanks for the video, I just built my Eco up following it. Do you ever use the longer front brace that comes in the kit(I assume it just eliminates more flex)? Finally, I remember you had talked about universals vs CVAs that come with the kit. Can you rebuild universals at all, like you can with CVAs? Thanks, Adam. 🏎🏎
Is there going to be a saddle pack battery mounting system any time in the future for the MBX8R Eco?
What would you recomend for diff fluids for a loose very dusty hard pack track that can have good grip when damp but usually very dusty and loose
Is there an electric conversion for the Mbx-8 worlds edition?
I hope you do one of these for the new 1/10th scale coming out.
That's the plan!
Quick question, I have a Mugen mbx7r nitro and looking forward to converting it to electric but parts for the mbx7r eco are discontinued, Can I use parts from the mbx8r eco on the Mbx7r? And what parts are exchangeable? Thanks
I'm always unsure of how much Lube to put in the diff. I don't want it to overflow but I never tried installing The Sun Gear and wiping out the access because I've always been afraid of getting the lube down into screw holes and cause a problem with assembly
It works great!
What double-sided tape do you use for the ESC? Please provide the exact name!
Kyosho gel tape.
@Adamdrake I have a mbx8 eco when using the universals on the rear do I use two 8x10 bearings I noticed there’s a third inner race or should I use the mbx6R hubs . Appreciate the help 👍🏽. My car has the 8x10 bearing on the outside hub but the inside bearing is the cva bigger bearing I can’t recall the size on the bigger bearing
With universals you need to use 8x16x5 bearings on the inside and outside.
Hello! I'm looking for a 1/8 scale e-buggy with good durability and long-lasting or cheap to replace drivetrain parts. Would the MBX8R eco be a good choice?
Yes, the MBX8R Eco is a great car.
Could you tell me what driver you’re using in this video and torque settings? Thank you
Good question, I'd like to know the answer to this too! Looks like a great electric driver, wonder if it would work for the 1/10th tamiyas, etc?
will the tekno traction drive work with the dif installed the way you did in this video? i know on the MBX8 you did the video on flipping the dif & cutting the chassis in order to accommodate it. should we follow that video if we plan to use the Tekno traction drive on our MBX8R?
No, the diff needs to be flipped to use the traction drive system.
What's up Adam. What grease are you using on the diffs?
I use the Mugen Premium grease or the RM2 black grease.
@@AdamDrake thank you sir. For the o rings also?
Hi Adam, I am sure you are very busy man I just wanted to ask what that gray clay looking ball thing is. I’m new to the hobby just curious. Thank you so much in advance if you get a chance to answer this.
www.amainhobbies.com/xceed-rc-cleaning-balancing-putty-100g-xcd103233/p173800
Thank you very much, sir. I appreciate that.
Is there going to be a new mbx8t eco ??
Eventually.
Does the kit come with a pinion gear? And what pinion and spur combo would you recommend for “the dirt”?
Yes it comes with a pinion gear
gettng my kit tomorrow, can't wait to hit the track with it. Do you have any setup sheets?
Very cool. Yes, please feel free to email me for setup sheets to adrake@mugenracing.com
@adamdrake
Is there any need for this littel lexan nose? aerodynamics? I'm asking, because i do not like the Look... greetings from germany
Does anyone make a sealed ceramic bearings?
Any chance you could link some of those shims for the diffs?
B0767 Shim Set 8x10 (0.1/0.2/0.3, 10ea)
interesting you didn't bleed the shocks..🤔
ETA for the ECO?
How in the hell did you thread the collar so easily onto the threaded shaft of the servo saver? My spring must be too long because I have destroyed my fingers trying for an hour, then when I finally got the collar to grab one thread, it was cross threaded. I think the problem is that the diameter of the spring is about 1mm too small and therefore the flange of the plastic bushing (on one end) and the flange of the threaded collar (on the other end) will not slip up into the spring. I'm still trying to figure it out. I am going to have to go find a small spring compressor. Your spring mush be at least 4-5mm shorter than mine. You didn't even compress the spring - you just simple threaded it on.
Just picket up my new R, only 2diffrens rear arms... 😢
Enjoy!
@@AdamDrake solved, build now the electronics, and hope to run soon!
What screw gun is that?
Makita Impact TD022D
💯💯💯🔥🔥
:)
Quick question, do you recommend using graphite on the center dog bones or just leaving them dry? I know the manual recommends grease, but on dirt, that's a no go. Thanks!
I'm using graphite for the exact same reason
Hi Adam, how many KV motor is used in the truggy? Thank you very much, best regards.
I use a Tekin 1900KV in buggy and 2050.
Man arrmas look like knock off mugens. Haha ik they are , ik there's guys who know which mugen diff parts to use . I always learn good tricks from you Adam, I put those bearing shims on outside and yes are a pain to line up. Im putting my first nitro kit together a 4.0 eight t I just finished going throughout my favorite rc the losi muggy I didn't know you were involved with that till yesterday. Ultimately I do want race nitro
I'm building my 1st nitro now. a sworks looks very similar I've been doing it over the last few days and I might have to go back over it after watching this
@@ZingZingNZ definitely Adam i consider one of best people in the rc industries. but with diff fluids if you're not racing you may want use thicker fluids .
@@paulclancy2404 nah I'm racing, I started two months ago, and raced in the ep buggy. I got 10th out of 30 or so. Horrible weather but was a national event. So I got a nitro
how do we get Mugen Seiki to just included those 8x10x0.2 shims and ditch the ones you don't use entirely? 🤣🤣
Really need the nitro mbx8t build
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