This aluminium hardened first gear is designed for the Mugen MTX-4 chassis and replaces the OEM first gear with a 16-tooth metal unit. It is intended to lengthen drivetrain life and provide steadier engagement under load while remaining a model-only component for MTX-4 platforms.
Fitting is a gearbox-level job: open the case, swap the first gear for the new 16T, assess adjacent bearings and pinion/spur alignment, then set mesh and check rotation before closing the gearbox. Re-inspect the mesh after initial runs to confirm stable engagement and check for early wear.
As a tuning aid, the metal first gear gives predictable mesh behaviour useful when fine-tuning gear preload or troubleshooting drivetrain noise. It is a practical hop-up for competitive builders who keep MTX-4 kits in top condition.
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