CSO have released a whole load of new 7075 T6 aluminium parts for the Mugen MRX-5. The new products include front upright upper middle points, front upright arms, rear lower damper stays, rear wheel quick change lever and finally a hard coated lightweight 2-speed shaft adapter, which weighs in at only 2.6 grams making is lighter than the original.
CSO have introduced this pair of front CVD swing arms for the Mugen MRX-5. A direct replacement for the kit item, these shafts have been made from high quality steel and then hard coated for durability.
Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]
Triple European Champion Renaud Savoya has gotten in touch to tell us that he will not be renewing his contract with Mugen. Keeping tight lipped about his new sponsor, Renaud, who is currently based in the US working for RB Products, also informed us that he will not continue his driver/mechanic relationship with his father:
After 6 years driving with Mugen, I decided not to renew my contract with the Japanese factory. I’m really happy with all the great results we had together since 2005, being 3 times French Champ’, 3 times Euro Champ’ and 2 times World finalist. I want to thank all the Mugen Seiki Japan and Europe for their support. It’s not without sadness to leave this team who always did all the possible for me. However, I’m really motivated with new challenges and looking forward to the future…More to come… Actually, for personal reasons, “Moustache” and I decided not to follow our “driver-mechanic” relationship. Starting in 1993, my dad has always been on my side to support me and pit for me. I can’t be more thankful for everything he did for me. However, today, our geographical situation and our different goals forced us to stop working together. So I will continue racing on the highest scene on my side… The shark is ready to bite again…
CSO have released some new clutch parts for the Mugen MRX-5. This clutch bell is made from hard coated high quality 7075 T6 aluminium which results in a lighter part than the original at only 3.7 grams. For adjusting the clutch CSO have released a useful and convenient external clutch adjusting tool. Made of chromed aluminium it makes tuning the clutch spring easy. Available in 2 colours, black and Mugen silver.
View the clutch adjustment tool here
New from Mugen Seiki for their popular and successful new chassis, the MRX-5 are these new line of drive belts. Made from a softer material, compared to the standard kit belts, they will reduce friction in the drive train. Available in front, side and rear belts.
Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]
Arrowmax continue to release parts for the Mugen MRX-5 with the introduction of this new rear upright. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, it is supplied with two sets of additional composite ring parts that make the pivot ball suspension more sensitive and smooth during operation. These uprights give the car a slight tendency to push on-power at corner exit.
Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]
Mugen Seiki Racing have introduced the new 1/8 scale MBX6E M-Spec factory built Electric buggy. The MBX6E is based off their championship winning MBX6 buggy platform but sold in their M-Spec version which is built to Mugen’s specifications. All the differential and shock oils, shock springs, ride height, camber and caster adjustments are straight from the Mugen race team. The world of 1/8 Electric buggy racing just got much easier with the MBX6E M-Spec. Expect a January 2011 release date.
View more details & images here
Arrowmax have also released new front upper arm mounts for the Mugen MRX5. Machined from 7075 T6 aluminium, they are provided with the adjustable POM inserts to enable you to adjust the position of the roll center more accurately.
Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]
