Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing show how to set-up throttle and brake linkage.

[@BOTAJELL]

Great 👍 video Adam! Wow we need more NITRO Bros out there like you helping out many people

[@AdamDrake]

Yes sir!

[@timnelson9657]

just started running nitro - great info to get things set up correctly before you even put the car on a starter box.

[@AdamDrake]

My pleasure! :)

[@randyperez7113]

What is the reasoning for clocking brake/throttle servo horn square with servo and not centerline of vehicle?

[@chrislalonde8180]

Adam I noticed you didn't have the spring on your throttle linkage. is there a reason why and what do you use as a throttle return? also what Springs do you use on the brakes? thank you for all the support. I have a new mbx7r because of your great vids!

[@AdamDrake]

Most throttle return springs cause a bind and don't fully return the carb to neutral if power is lost. It is required for our ROAR Nationals, but the return spring isn't required to actually work. Here are a couple of links to the springs I use. Thanks! amzn.to/2rbLf2Y amzn.to/2rmM8Tu

[@chrislalonde8180]

awesome thanks Adam. do you use a rubber band on the throttle?

[@Roboterblut]

Hey Adam, what i don't understand on ths method: If you look straight into the carb, the idle gap is hidden by the venturi, since it is reducing the diameter of the carb. If you let the Servo now pull the Carb exactly 6.5 mm, it wouldn't open alle the way of the venturi wouldn't it? aren't you losing Power with this method?

[@adamdrake8006]

I understand, but it depends on the venturi you're running. This method may not be prefect, but it's what I've used and works for me. I don't like removing the filter boot at the track because of dust and dirt.

[@Roboterblut]

Adam Drake THX for your reply. what I do is measuring the distance on the full open carb while at home when in a clean surrounding without the boot. I write down that distance for all my enginesand Venturi sizes so if I need to adjust the linkage i just pull out the notes and adjust the EPA until I get the correct reading on the calipers.

[@adamdrake8006]

That works and is a great method.

[@charlesbonkley]

@@Roboterblut Just curious...are you measuring the distance of full open with or without the venturi/reducer in place? In order words, "full open" should always match the venturi size, correct, and not the full bore of the carb?

[@Roboterblut]

@@charlesbonkley yes, I measure fully open with a venturi. I write that down, let's say 8.5mm pull with a 7mm venturi, so the slider opens the venturi all the way.

[@nate1593]

Hey Adam, Thanks for posting this. Question, When measuring the carb slide to match your venturi how do you factor in the existing idle gap if at all given you cannot see it? Cheers

[@adamdrake8006]

Hello, I understand, but it depends on the venturi you're running With a smaller venturi this will make a bigger difference. This method may not be prefect, but it's what I've used and works for me. I don't like removing the filter boot at the track because of dust and dirt.

[@whitehair25]

Hey Adam, Just want to ask where do you get/buy the brake caliper springs you put in?....Appreciate all the help you give us new to Buggy nitro RC....Keep up the videos!....

[@AdamDrake]

www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFJRB&P=7 www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFJTW&P=7

[@adamcamacho5675]

Do younhave a new link for this Adam?

[@RCmaxxUK]

useful vid mate. thanks! thumbs up! ;)

[@AdamDrake]

Thank you!

[@RBAERO]

Ok the open throttle EPA. Use the nominal length of venturi or is good subtract the Idle gap size?

[@AdamDrake]

I just use the venturi size because the idle gap is very small. In most cases just .5mm or less.

[@jtr4405]

Sorry one more question do u use rubber band for throttle return and how do u install it?

[@AdamDrake]

Hello, I don't normally use a throttle return spring or rubber band because with most servos it won't return the servo to neutral if you have power loss.

[@charlesbonkley]

@@AdamDrake Thank you for stating this. I don't understand the rubber-band technique because of what you have said. If the radio cuts out, then hopefully one has a fail-safe option on the radio for protection. For LiPo cut-out (some electrical switches have this feature) or general power loss, the servo will HOLD in its current position. You'd need one hell of a rubber band to pull the servo back and go to idle!

[@allentraylor5659]

Adjusting throttle end point is WAY EASIER THAN THAT..... But he " is" the pro.....

[@AdamDrake]

Haha. :)

[@cj5376]

Yo Adam, Suh dude.

[@AdamDrake]

Hello!

[@cj5376]

How is the B2102 running? What's your engine recommendation for the typical club racer? Not to be off topic.

[@AdamDrake]

The B2102 is a great buggy engine. The power band is very smooth, but it still has lots of power. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4SUgaKXaN-an8k kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYmYYqmHpLSWZsU

[@blgaming6717]

THIS DOESNT FIX MY PROBLEM!!! my throttle is over extending and the servo is binding but i have no idea how to stop that without affecting the brakes

[@HillbillyNitroUSA]

Great video Adam! I love to see videos like this. They are great for folks new to the hobby or those who are thinking about getting into the hobby. Keep up the great work! 🖒

[@AdamDrake]

Thank you!

[@HillbillyNitroUSA]

Adam Drake 🖒👊

[@bakedchefsweden]

Putt springs under the gas tank instead of have it loose…..

[@AdamDrake]

That's the reason for the rubber grommets.

[@rodneybland3928]

How do you like that Hitec remote?

[@AdamDrake]

I'm really happy with the Futaba radio systems.

[@one4all989]

will the next mugen be called mbx77 or mbx8? 😁

[@jeromeclemons9312]

How can I get clutch parts not finding Nugent clutch parts anymore?

[@AdamDrake]

www.mugenracing.com www.amain.com

[@d3et1roi3t]

Can someone plz help me? I just purchased a 8ight T RTR 1/8 scale truggy. I broke the ball cup on the servo to throttle/brakes. Losi dont seem to sell these cups. They did TLR4402 but discontinued. Now they sell a gen 3 tray that has the parts TLR4401 but i dont need all that.. just a ball cup.. Can i throw all that away and set up a universal throttle/brake actuation? Or anyone know the specific size of said ball cups/turnbuckle?

[@AdamDrake]

I would call or reach out to Horizon Hobby customer service and see if they can get just the part you need.

[@d3et1roi3t]

@@AdamDrake Have several times.. waited 2 hours then talked to a guy and he said he had to call me back. Never did. Talked to TLR guy on facebook and he stated the parts never sold so they discontinued the part.. What is everyone using for a ball cup geez. we have to buy a $30 tray for a $2 cup? lol

[@cnnlt200]

Great vid. Have the same car. Which airfilters do you use?

[@AdamDrake]

Very nice! I use the Losi assembly and Flash Point pre-oils filters.

[@GiorgosAcoustic]

And what about the throttle trim? I got lost trying to do all that to my car... First of all, we set the Idle Speed Screw, right? Make sure it's 1-1.5 mm open and we're good. AFTER that, we make sure the dead band is a "business card" open from the servo arm. AND FINALLY we set the EPA depending on the venturi we use? Am I right? Ok. IF yes, ALL of these, will be set wrong IF the trottle was trimed by the time we opened our radio... No? Sorry for my bad english and also sorry if it's a stupid question. I'm just new to the hobby!

[@AdamDrake]

The trim should be used just for fine tuning the adjustments.

[@GiorgosAcoustic]

Adam Drake thanks for the fast reply! I trimmed my throttle so bad and now I'm confused if it's way trimmed or not... My radio doesn't have a screen or something that indicates the percentage of the trim! And that's why I'm lost...

[@AdamDrake]

I always start by zeroing or setting my trim in the middle before setting the linkage.

[@GiorgosAcoustic]

Adam Drake oh yeah... That makes sense! I'll do it that way then and after that, I'll do them the way/order I said above! Hope it's ok! Million thanks for the answers! Keep up the good job!

[@AdamDrake]

My pleasure!

[@jakob9299]

Hey Adam what do u think bout novarossi motors ?

[@AdamDrake]

Nova makes good engines, but I'm super happy with the power and tuning of the O.S. engines.

[@flubber781]

Hi Adam, i noticed that when you were setting the throttle linkage, your servos seem super quiet. I am running Savox 1256TG and 1258TG and they make loads of noise.

[@AdamDrake]

Yes, the Hitec 9380 and 9370 brushless servos are amazing and don't make much noise.

[@flubber781]

Thanks for that Adam. Do you think you will ever go to the HNMC track in Hertfordshire, just outside London?

[@adamdrake8006]

I've been to London a bunch, but I don't think I've been to that track.

[@flubber781]

yeah you should come down to it one day. Great track. i think you will like it. Cody King came there one time

[@AdamDrake]

That would be awesome!

[@roberttannenbaum6779]

Thankx a lot drake

[@adamdrake8006]

My pleasure!

[@roberttannenbaum6779]

What brand of springs you use for the breaks mini springs cut to fit?

[@adamdrake8006]

www.amainhobbies.com/team-associated-brake-linkage-spring-2-asc81252/p447466

[@jtr4405]

Hey Adam quick question: in this video your transmitter has the brake end point at 30. how do u get enough brake power if only using short end point? and it’s hard to see but is your rear brake linkage rod installed differently to your front brakes ? Looks like you have installed an extra adjusting clamp on the end of the front brake linkage rod. Could u try untangle my brain cos I almost had bad crash at end of the strait from not having any brakes with end point of 30 not being enough to engage the brakes lol

[@AdamDrake]

Hello, when you run a small gap between the brake rotor and the brake pads (.5mm) and also run less deadband for the brakes, the EPA can be set much lower. The front brake rod is from a Losi buggy. It's fine if you need to increase your EPA to get the desired brake force you need. Adam

[@jtr4405]

Sorry one more question: how do u set dead band for brakes ?