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January 23, 2013

Serpent S977 Viper details

Serpent have released more details on their new 1/8th nitro on-road chassis, the S977 Viper. The goal behind the newly designed vehicle is to have an easier to build, easier to maintain and easier to drive car. Many parts of the S977 saw refinements compared to the 966-TE and therefore the front end is now even more adjustable in terms of king pin angle, trailing or leading kingpin and even offset is adjustable with our compromising the overall strength. At the same time the rear was simplified with only one upright position and three shock mounting holes to make for easier setup. Also new is the rear brake system that found a new home at the rear differential to reduce the negative effects of the involved rotating masses. Incorporated into the design is also a very easy to adjust chassis flex option via a single screw as well as other refinements. The kit will hit the stores around March.

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January 22, 2013

Serpent 411 floating servo-holder

Serpent have released their new innovative floating servo-holder, a standard item on the 411 ERYX. The early version of the 411 car already featured a different servo mount plate, which hardly influenced flex at all and was simple and worked fine. This new system is mounted directly to the steering-system, while a carbon fibre holder flows around the servo, and the servo thus floats above the chassis. The direct connection to the steering system in the center of the car makes it the optimal solution, and it also keeps the CG even lower and weight more centered in the car. Fits all 411 TC cars, 411, LE, TE, Sport and RTR.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 18, 2013

Serpent black hooded sweater

Serpent introduce their latest merchandise in the form of the zipped hooded sweater. Coming in black and sizes of S up to 3XL the hoodie is made from high quality nylon/cotton fabric and sports a vertical Serpent logo on the front and back so you can show you passion to everything Serpent. Available around March.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 16, 2013

Serpent 411 ERYX 2.0 touring car

Serpent have introduced the 411 ERYX 2.0, the next big development stage for the 411 platform. Featuring an ultra low centre of gravity, it’s lighter with optimized weight distribution and sports a high performance geometry and top quality materials throughout. The new version was used at the recent DHI Cup with Marc Fischer qualifying 2nd and taking 3rd in the final with three 411-ERYX cars in the A-main.

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December 26, 2012

Serpent aluminium ball-cup tool

Serpent have released this handy aluminium ball-cup tool for use with the larger Cobra buggy and GT balljoints. The tool makes it easier to quickly mount and dismount the balljoints. Anodised in strong orange, with engraved Serpent logo.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

December 18, 2012

Serpent 977 Viper announced

Serpent have released the first, brief, details of their new 1/8th scale on road car, called the 977 Viper. We have been supplied with no other details but we have heard that it will be a completely new platform. The car is currently in production and is expected to be released in February of next year. More details as we get them.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

December 7, 2012

Serpent 747 aluminium pullies

Serpent have released these aluminium pullies for their 747. Machined from aluminium and then PTFE hard-coated with a precision tooth profile with pressed on super lightweight anodized side covers with small holes to allow dirt to fall out. They are available for the entire car in 35T, 40T, 21T, 18T, 21T & 20T versions.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

November 29, 2012

Serpent Cobra 2.0 Buggy rear shock tower

From Serpent, for the 1/8 Cobra 2.0 Buggy, comes this lightweight rear shock tower. Machined from 7075 T6 aluminium, with titanium grey anodizing and Serpent logo engraving it weighs in at only 35 grams. The tower features 6 roll center holes and 5 for shock angle adjustment.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]