After seeing alot of threads where people claim to have a real Mugen wing, Ive decided to compile a few pictures that I have retrieved from the internet.

If you have any more pictures and angles of a GENUINE Mugen wing, please share pictures and tell us other differences that I have not been able to identify.

Characteristics of Replica's

1) The center section is one piece. The end pieces (still metal) is attached to the center section
2) The center section is made of a carbon fiber overlay
3) It adjusts from the back and uses the front portion to pivot

Characteristics of Genuine

1) The front part of the wing is adjustable. Meaning it pivots from the back
2) Can only be adjusted by seperating the center section from the end pieces (still metal)
3) You cannot pivot a Genuine wing from the OUTSIDE, must be taken apart.

REPLICA



GENUINE



GENUINE



GENUINE



GENUINE

 

hey!!!! those last pics were my old wing that i sold to someone bought it from louie and then sold it to someone else.. yep it was genuine...damn you migs for makn me miss it again!!!...let me guess did you buy that one for sale for 350? was it authentic or genuine? couldn't really see from the pics the seller posted. So yeah when are you coming back to chicago??? Gotz to show joo the night lyfe hea!!!

 

Here's a pic of my replica when I was installing it. Notice the shape of the metal end pieces and the length and the wing.


Yes, it was declared as a replica when I bought it.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by white rocket &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here's a pic of my replica when I was installing it. Notice the shape of the metal end pieces and the length and the wing.


Yes, it was declared as a replica when I bought it.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Dude, your frame is all messed up. The insert doesnt even fit its so bent

 

wow I never knew the replicas still said mugen on the side panels. I got scared for sec and I had to go out and inspect mine to make sure it is real. It is real by the way.

bad pic but I don't feel like disassebling the wing to take pics

 

Hey Migs.. here's a picture of my wing.... since you asked to see.. I will take more shots if you're interested....





The genuine wing's mid section isn't dipped like the replica -- it's shaped more like a wing on a plane...

 

Maybe this will help.... The opening of a virgin DC2R Mugen Rear Wing.

 

Thanks Clayton, I've never seen a virgin mugen wing before. If only you sold them prepainted... Excellent photos to document the real mccoy for future reference.

 

Thanks for the help guys. Clayton

 

Does the mid-section of the Replica wing really sit up top (Waaaaay up there) like that? It looks awful in that pic posted above on the CW... looks much higher and hard to call a replica if its so different. I figured it would bolt on the inside of the side sections similar to the Mugen wing....

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Chris N &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Does the mid-section of the Replica wing really sit up top (Waaaaay up there) like that? It looks awful in that pic posted above on the CW... looks much higher and hard to call a replica if its so different. I figured it would bolt on the inside of the side sections similar to the Mugen wing....</TD></TR></TABLE>

No, it attaches same as the Mugen piece. You can see the mounting holes in the picture.

 

It looks as if he is just resting the cross section on the outer portions of the wing. Even with that, it looks like it wont line up!

 

Then what is going on in that CW pic above, of the replica?

I guess I'm retarded and he's just resting it up there???

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Chris N &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Then what is going on in that CW pic above, of the replica?</TD></TR></TABLE>

He's just showing that the center section is longer than it should be.

 

Purchased new from King a few months ago...

See the little black metal tab under the front on the wing in this pic? I don't think the fakes have that (not sure though).


Wing from a few different angles...

 

Still waiting for a pic of the replica completely assembled and on the car

 

do alot of you really like this wing a lot?
i think the oem type r wing looks better imo, it still looks alright though i guess

 

It serves a purpose on the track, i see no other reason for using it.
I'm sure most people use it for that reason.

 

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Holy crap the wing looks big in this pic.

 

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I'll go take some pics for ya right now

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mugen Mike &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Holy crap the wing looks big in this pic. </TD></TR></TABLE>

Wide angle mind tricks

 

Where are replicas available? I havent been able to find one on ebay......

 

Dammnit!!!! I think I bought a used replica. The kid was selling it to me as a genuine. When I was buying I had some inclination that it could be fake, something just wasn't right.

I told him of my concerns and that I'd pass on the deal. I turned around and asked him if he'd be willing to deal with me on the thought that the wing could be fake....surprisingly after a bit of haggling, I think I bought the wing for $375 (it was a while back, so I'm not sure).

I went home feeling guilty that I may have gotten over on him for a genuine piece. Now to come find out that I may not have. What's the normal cost for a replica with the "Mugen" on the sides? I'd hope that I didn't get done in on a fake AND overpaid for it.

Damnit to heck!!!

**Editted for foul language


Modified by Luder94 at 10:15 AM 11/30/2005

 

Mine is a replica. I was lacking a bit in the knowledge catagory when purchasing it from a guy on ITRCA.com/H-T. I paid damn near a 'Authentic' price for a used one which bums me out a bit. I hate being scammed...

 

Here are some shots of the wing.