Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing builds the MBX8 nitro buggy kit.

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing builds the MBX8 nitro buggy kit.

[@BOTAJELL]

I just want to thank MUGEN for NOT Bitching out like most other companies nowadays! There all pretty much Toys R us crap anyways nowadays ! And thanks for keeping things real with real breathing engines!! Thanks again and Keep up the great work!!

[@adamdrake8006]

Thank you!

[@beerenmusli8220]

You are calling all electric RC cars unreal and crappy? Well, for my point of view they are just generally more accepted in public places. I would hate getting banned from some place with my rc car, but if the reason is understandable, I would be okay with it. It's way harder to find a place to drive around, because people don't accept the noise levels of nitro noise level anymore. It is not only about RC Cars, It is with every thing existing. Evolving technology gut us to a point, where most things don't have to be lound anymore, and humans are really enjoying to be able to have a chat everywhere in the world, not mentioning don't having a damaged hearing ability. And calling anyone fake, unreal or even crap won't make anyone more tolerant.

[@BOTAJELL]

Beerenmüsli bro I don’t follow crappy liberal laws that wants to destroy or end real things ! That’s what’s wrong with this country now but things are getting better slowly from what I’m seeing! If people stop going to places with stupid rules like you say ? They will have to change there ways ! I would not go to that gay add track anymore and go to the real deal Track that Braaaaaps and supports real things ⛽️🔥💨! Easy as that! That’s why the places that nitro is still king at race tracks survived and there kicking ass and much more fun to be at and more of a challenge to do! I don’t want to be at a toys r us convention race track with boring E words running around!! Lmao 🤣!! The hell with that!! Who wants that? Shits boring! It’s only exciting with they go up in fire 🔥 like I have seen at the tracks I go to! I have proof and videos showing Ewords going up in flames 🔥! Anyways if your problem is tuning a real breathing engine? Just ask and I’ll teach you!! I’m known for spanking fake boring Lipo RCs with my Modified Nitros! I have helped many people and there are many newbies now because they have seen how much better nitro can really be! The owner of LI Bash in Riverhead Long Island was only an E word guy all his life but now his a sick and the head Nitro Junkie and owns so many Nitro Truggies and a couple of buggies . From April of 2017 to now he has become so addicted it’s unbelievable but it’s not just him there are many more that never did nitro and now there addiction is unreal! I’ve done it all from E words to Nitros to Gas and I will never go back to E words ! Maybe a rock crawler ??? They absolutely do nothing for me ! And I’m a guy that had some hi end fake electric ⚡️ crap that you probably would bust a nut 🥜 to?? There’s no challenge to them for me and there is no mechanical skills for the new generation to learn from by using the E words RCs .

[@bif24701]

dude has a point about noise and nothing changes that, always been that way. You know it is what it is. Has nothing to do with the facilities as much as does its location. Cali may have the most liberal population yet the largest Nitro RC community. Honestly politics, thats where you took it? I think electric is a good way for getting people started in this hobby period because they find it easier for starting out and means more likely to give it a shot at all. Considering that the hobby has been declining in many places its disappointing to hear labels on what people choose. "You" want the hobby to grow, no? Then try to at least learn to tolerate other formats. It would be discouraging for me to hear someone talk this way if I was new and choose electric because I knew nothing before and wanted to learn. Also if not evident to you yet electric is catching up and probably already well passed nitro in speeds and performance. If the RC hobby is going to grow I think that supporting electric is smart even if not your desired car. More noobs>more elites> more pros= more money> more manufactures> more tracks> all results in more competition and end result is a healthy populated hobby that always is improving, not declining. Just one funny thought I had reading you post, you sound like Ted Nuggent of RC, LOL. Thats a compliment.

[@brandonbentley8532]

Beerenmüsli reasonable point. Buts its like going to a Harley guy and trying to sell him on why he should give up his fire breathing torque monster for an electric motor. Even when modern electric powertrains are actuallly substantially faster.

[@br3n4rd67]

how do you build the shocks? from every part in a bag to complete? idk how to build the 2 new stronger bulked up pairs that I baught

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, I just build them per the instructions basically.

[@Corless116]

Adam great video as always, my MBX8 is on the way! I like your benchtop storage rack, can I ask where did you get it?

[@AdamDrake]

amzn.to/2HuRiF9

[@davidhunter8343]

Hi Mr. Drake, I just got my Mugen mbx8 delivered about a week ago and started to put it together. Started with the diffs but I don't have the upgraded tools yet and I used the supplied tools that came with it and I stripped the heads on a couple of screws on each of the diffs and fluid is leaking so I might have to replace them. But thank you for the tips and I am taking my time building the kit. Just need to work on the other things. Keep up the good work, can't wait to get it finished.

[@AdamDrake]

Hello David, the stock tools are pretty bad. I use MIP and Protek tools. It will make the build a lot more enjoyable.

[@davidhunter8343]

Hey thanks for the advice. Will do the best I can. On a bit of a budget constraint but definitely going to upgrade the tools.

[@AdamDrake]

My pleasure!

[@monstah408]

Hello Adam, I have first gen mbx8 and have all upgrades except gearing. The 42/12 and 46 spur. What does the new gearing achieve? TIA

[@AdamDrake]

The 12/42 front and rear will have a little more acceleration compared to the 44/13.

[@monstah408]

Adam Drake thank you Adam for helping a noobie out much respect

[@AdamDrake]

My pleasure, anytime!

[@manaz28jose]

Another great Vid. I don't own Mugen product, subed to channel long time ago for the tune tutorials. I'm getting the NBx8, due to you Adam. Thanks 😎

[@adamdrake8006]

Thank you!

[@rokstaz]

Great overview, thanks Mr Drake. I'll make some adjustments as just finished my build. One this is the Pistons and whether you are using a different hole size/number?

[@AdamDrake]

It depends on the track conditions. The stock pistons will work well in most conditions.

[@jp_sweeck]

I can hear the EBIS in the background towards the end of the video ;) hehe

[@AdamDrake]

:)

[@nitro4lifenitro4life89]

Great job on this new Nitro MBX8 I love it! Great kit looking forward on the new Mugen Nitro Truggy!

[@adamdrake8006]

Thank you!

[@tsl553]

I just got my Mugen 8 today. Yes sir

[@MrSupermugen]

a little confused with the diffs, when you say you moved the shim from between pin and oring and moved it outside.. where exactly is outside? little confused

[@AdamDrake]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4OmoGN4aqiYp6M

[@MrSupermugen]

@@AdamDrake ok, so the shim goes onto the outdrive? also is this on both sides of the diff?

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, but it's important to adjust the shimming if needed to have the diffs work smooth.

[@MrSupermugen]

@@AdamDrake thanks - also, do you just push new diffs into the housing with one shim each side and then run it?

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, I usually run one shim on each side of the differential.

[@rc_addict_marc7714]

this is a very good friend of mine buggy he won it off of Amain Hobbies that Adam is building this is very cool

[@AdamDrake]

Very cool!

[@Ev0ltion]

Im in the middle of my mbx8 eco build (my 1st buggy) and im kinda suprised that there is no grease put on the main gears in the diff case is it correct to follow manual there or should i put some?

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, I use a small amount of Protek white grease on my ring and pinion gears.

[@paulpawelec3871]

When do we get the e-buggy? Keep up the great vid's Adam would love to see some tunning videos in the near future. Hands down the best buggy on the market, put me down for the first e-buggy :)

[@adamdrake8006]

Hopefully in about 2 weeks. Thank you!

[@jtr4405]

Do I install the outer shims on both the cup and ring side? or just the ring side?

[@AdamDrake]

Both.

[@monstah408]

Hello Adam, I had done a build with the AVID anti twist inserts and have notice when i tighten the front hinge down the front lower arms don't move freely, i have the 1 mm shim in place as well, what are your thought son the avid anti twist inserts? thank you

[@AdamDrake]

I haven't used the arm supports from Avid, but I've used the Imbue ones for a while and they work great. Is everything new or is there a possibility the A block is slightly bend and causing the bind?

[@monstah408]

@@AdamDrake I had replace, lower arms and upper arms with new pin bushings only. I rolled pins on table no wobble but i would have to check the front A block closely. when i tighten all up, lower arms bind unless I back out A block screws about a turn and a half.

[@AdamDrake]

@@monstah408 My guess would be a slight bend in the A block.

[@monstah408]

@@AdamDrake Thank you very much going to replace

[@AdamDrake]

@@monstah408 My pleasure!

[@aandrewgarciaa_]

I have a question how do you get a custom paint job on your body.

[@adamdrake8006]

My bodies are painted by Kris at www.darksidedesigns.net

[@NickCohoon]

Do you go to the stock hexes in the front in low grip dusty conditions as well as the rest?

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, the stock hexes are very good for low grip conditions.

[@aandrewgarciaa_]

What do you think is a good price on a ready to run car . I really want it to look like yours.

[@adamdrake8006]

It really depends on the running gear in the car.

[@bif24701]

RTR simply do not compare to kits. You will learn so much just from building the buggy than running a RTR for months. Also kits have more value even when only bashing.

[@wrightwarhammer3224]

I want it !!!

[@AdamDrake]

:)

[@flubber781]

Hi Adam, so what happened was I was racing my mugen mbx7r at my local dirt track, and I landed on the front left part of the shock tower, which seems to have bent the screw that holds the shock on the tower. I bent the screw back, but i am concerned that the screw is now weakened. Any suggestions

[@adamdrake8006]

I suggest replacing the screws.

[@flubber781]

Hey Adam. Do you think, when you are next in the UK, that you will race at HNMC.

[@AdamDrake]

I'm not sure, but hope to make it back to the UK soon.

[@flubber781]

Awesome. Look forward to seeing you here

[@adamdrake8006]

:)

[@adamdrake8006]

:)

[@beerenmusli8220]

Looks great. I hope I can afford a current gen Mugen Seiki some day!

[@AdamDrake]

:)

[@leonardobravo612]

Thank you very much!! Mr.Adam. I'm learning a lot with your videos. excellent construction of a real jewel MUGEN MBX8 !!

[@AdamDrake]

Thank you!

[@leonardobravo612]

hello mister adam. which is the benefit or effect of zero rebound in the shocks ??? thanks.

[@adamdrake8006]

Hello, I feel zero rebound is more consistent and smoother to drive. Rebound is good for low grip tracks and will be more responsive.

[@enrico8180]

hola Adam!! Sorry without washer into the diff ,the Oring life it's the same?

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, o-ring life is the same for me with or without the washer behind the large gears.

[@sn47som]

Hi Adam, will the MBX8T carbon towers fit and work properly on an MBX7T or 7TR? If no, are there any carbon towers that fit the 7 truck? Your answer is much appreciated. Thanks

[@AdamDrake]

I don't believe so.

[@sn47som]

@@AdamDrake Thanks so much, also do the buggy wheel hexes fit the truggy?

[@pdiddy4238]

Would like to see the Novarossi drake motor running video

[@AdamDrake]

I've been running for O.S. for nearly two years now. I'm sure there are video when I used the Nova Drake engine.

[@pdiddy4238]

Thanks just couldn’t find one ..

[@garylewis176]

Adam, do you know when the E buggy will be released?

[@AdamDrake]

Still waiting on the release date but it should be about 4-6 weeks.

[@sn47som]

1. What are the part numbers for the Mugen 16mm rear buggy shocks? (are they the mbx8 shocks?) and also the part number for the 16 mm Mugen truggy rear shocks? (are they the mbx8t rear shocks?) Im looking to put 16 mm buggy rears on the front of a 6T, and 16mm rear truggy shocks on a 6T. 2. Does the Mugen optional aluminum servo saver retrofit previous models like the 6T? 3. Do the aluminum A,B,C,D blocks fit across all models? 6T, 7T and 8T? Thank you

[@AdamDrake]

We have explode views with all the part numbers on www.mugenseiki.com

[@sn47som]

@@AdamDrake Do mbx8t shocks fit an mbx6t? or what needs to be done to fit them as close to proper as possible? I want to run the 16mm shocks on a 6T

[@sn47som]

@@AdamDrake Do mbx8t shocks fit an mbx6t? or what needs to be done to fit them as close to proper as possible? sending me to parts views doesn't really help as there are part numbers that change for the same part. I need to know what crosses over with compatibility between the different models like abcd blocks? Will the 7 series fit the 6 series for suspension blocks? Most importantly though, I want to run the 16mm shocks on a 6T. Can this be done even if the shocks are a little longer on the 7 series?

[@nednerb6520]

When can w be expecting to get the MBX8 eco?

[@AdamDrake]

Hopefully in a couple of months.

[@royarsey5429]

Adam Drake ,i had a Mugen MBX7 Nitro that i passed-on to my brother he love it right away and begged on me LoL. /then i bought a SWorkz S350 another Nitro, they are so identical ..i even mix-match them parts and they fit like they are one,aren't these buggies patented ? or are they same manufacturer..?? just curious..very nice vid build by the way..

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, there are a lot of vehicles on the market that are similar to the Mugen Seiki vehicles. I guess we should be flattered? Haha

[@royarsey5429]

@@AdamDrake thanks for quick reply..and now there another copy-cat..xray..buggies that got all ideas from MUGEN..hahaha!

[@AdamDrake]

Haha. :)

[@gearheadaddict7183]

Hey Adam what type of bearing oil do you use?

[@AdamDrake]

www.amainhobbies.com/triflow-superior-lube-2oz-tfl21010/p332573

[@gearheadaddict7183]

@@AdamDrake thanks Adam you the man

[@jtr4405]

Hey Adam could u briefly explain the process you use to rebuild the diffs while you are wrenching in the pits during a large event ? I open the diff case and turn it upside down on paper towel and let the oils drain out. After doing that, I have no idea what all the pros do to complete the rebuild in small amount of time.

[@AdamDrake]

It depends on the event, but I basically do the same. Drain the diff on a blue shop towel, check the bearings, grease the outdrive shafts, ring gear, and diff cup with Mugen Seiki Premium Grease. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWSqmXiXpqirl6s

[@jtr4405]

Thanks Adam !

[@AdamDrake]

Anytime!

[@Vizenz121_OR]

I hope I’m wording this right but if I’m not correct me, but Is there any chance that one day you guys would bring an all cva version of your buggy and truggy? I go through those thin inner bearings in the hubs like crazy.

[@AdamDrake]

Are you using the Mugen inner hub bearings because they usually hold up very well.

[@Vizenz121_OR]

Adam Drake I don’t think so I just use that thin inner bearing and the thicker outer bearing. Is that what your saying? Thanks!

[@AdamDrake]

Are you using bearings from Mugen Seiki or a different brand of bearings? I use the stock Mugen inner bearing and the Mugen NMB outer bearings.

[@Vizenz121_OR]

@@AdamDrake I started off with the stock Mugens and went through those after not too long and switched to Ceramic and it did the same thing. Went to Losi after because that's what my LHS stocks and those went really quick. One seized up and another time the bearing just blew up lol. I would like to get a new Mugen possibly but by the time I add this stuff in it costs more than the Kyosho. I also have trouble sometimes with cracked rims would boiling them help? I mean I drive it hard but my end pnts are set at 60 or 70 on throttle and I run a bit of expo. Appreciate your help!

[@AdamDrake]

I usually use the Mugen ones, but the Avid steel bearings are very affordable and good quality.

[@brandonbentley8532]

You mentioned using the aluminum cross pins. I also use titanium screws and those reduce reciprocating mass hardware wise by 50% and is actually noticeable when driving.

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, I also use titanium for my diffs.

[@classicrcheli9264]

loving your vids, i just bought the mbx8 worlds edition and your vids help a lot, hopefully you come out here to st louis dirt burners again some day. were finishing a new layout right now

[@AdamDrake]

Very nice. I really enjoy the Dirt Burners facility.

[@classicrcheli9264]

What fuel do you use

[@AdamDrake]

Flash Point 30%.

[@monstah408]

Hey Adam I see at 7:49 there is two shiny washers that are beveled but in instructions it does not show were to install. what are those two items? I keep going over the instruction sheet and unable to find out what they are for.

[@adamdrake8006]

Hello, this washers were included by mistake. They aren't needed for the MBX8.

[@iLykeCahrs]

Great content

[@AdamDrake]

Thanks!

[@brandonbentley8532]

What is the center spur gear in the Mugen made from?

[@AdamDrake]

The nitro vehicles use a steel spur gear.