January 20, 2011

Serpent 733 Evo 1/10th 200mm chassis

Serpent 733 Evo 1/10th 200mm chassis

Having just announced the Evo version of their 966 Serpent have today introduced the 733 Evo. Essentially with the same updates as its bigger brother, the Serpent Flex Control rear end allows the brackets holding the 2-speed shaft and the brackets holding the rear diff to be connected with either aluminium inserts, rubber inserts or left in full flex mode. The car now also comes with the company’s direct link system that transfers the suspension pressure from one side, through a link system to the other side, creating even more rear end grip and making the 733 even easier to driver. Also the 2-speed shaft bearings and rear anti-roll bar ball-bearings are now set in delrin bushings to insulate from vibrations and the kit now includes a monoblock engine mount and steel ventilated brake disk as standard.

View more images of the 733 Evo here


January 17, 2011

Serpent Cobra aluminium clutch shoes

Serpent Cobra aluminium clutch shoes

New for the S811 Cobra from Serpent are these precision machined clutch shoes. Made from special grade aluminium they offer a smooth clutch action and good wear-rate and can be used as a complete set of 4 or mixed with the Serpent carbon clutch shoes.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


January 15, 2011

Serpent 966 EVO 1/8th scale chassis

Serpent 966 EVO 1/8th scale chassis

Serpent have announced the EVO version of their 966 1/8th scale chassis. Featuring the Serpent Flex Control rear end, which allows the brackets holding the 2-speed shaft and the brackets holding the rear diff to be connected with either aluminium inserts, or rubber inserts or left in full flex mode. Also the 2-speed shaft bearings and rear anti-roll bar ball-bearings are now set in delrin bushings to insulate from vibrations. Finally the ventilated, lightweight mono-disk brake and 3mm rear anti-roll bar wire are now included as standard.

View more images of the car here


January 11, 2011

Serpent Cobra aluminium steering blocks

Serpent Cobra aluminium steering blocks

New from Serpent for their S811 Cobra buggy are these left and right aluminium steering blocks. Precision machined from 7075 T6 aluminium they are extremely stiff and durable and offer a perfect bearing fit. Grey anodised and laser engraved, they are sold in a pair.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


January 5, 2011

Serpent Cobra rear uprights & diff coupler

Serpent Cobra rear uprights & diff coupler

Serpent have released a number of new parts for their S811 Cobra starting with these new rear uprights. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium they are very light and durable and offer a superb bearing fit and support. Grey anodised and laser engraved, they are available in left and right versions. Also new for the Cobra is this differential coupler in spring steel that enables the use of an extra 13x19x4mm bearing. The extra bearing on the coupler creates a more durable package.

View the diff coupler here


December 24, 2010

Mikael Fransson back with Serpent

Mikael Fransson back at Serpent

Serpent have announced that former European Championship finalist Mikael Fransson has rejoined their team for the upcoming season, having driven for Mugen most recently. The Swede will run the S120 during the cold winter months before turning his attention to the 733 and 966 in the spring time. He will compete in the Swedish Championships, the Nordic Cup as well as the European Championships for both 1/8th and 1/10th scale.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


December 13, 2010

Alberto García joins team Serpent

Alberto García joins team Serpent

Top Spanish driver and European finalist Alberto García joins team Serpent for 2011, looking to continue his great results driving the Cobra 811. Alberto will not only drive but help with support for Serpent racers at races. The 8 time National will equip the Serpent Cobra 811 with Reds Racing engines, Proline tyres, Meccafuel and PowerMax accessories.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


December 10, 2010

Rodrigo Luis joins Serpent

Rodrigo Luis joins Serpent

Serpent have announced that Portuguese front runner Rodrigo Luis has joined their team. Rodrigo was pleased following testing of the Serpent 811 Cobra buggy and is looking forward to the new challenge. He had the following to say, “The 811 Is one of the best Buggies available at the moment, a very fast car, reliable, easy to drive and tune and transmits lots of fun driving it.” Looking forward to next season he believes it will be one of the most exciting with a very competitive National series as well as International races.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]