DE Racing continue to extend their line of chassis skid and bump skid plates. The original manufacturer of this type of chassis protector, there is new skid plates for the Agama A8 Evo as well as the Hobao/OFNA Hyper 9 and bump skids for the Agama A8 Evo and the Serpent S811 Cobra.
Similar in function to that released for the 966 yesterday, Serpent have released this V2 rear end upgrade set for the 733. The new parts enable the rear end and 2-speed brackets to be connected with rubber or aluminium connectors for more or less flex. Delrin bushings are once again included to seat the anti-roll bar bearings as well as the 2-speed axle bearings to prevent slop created by vibrations.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Serpent have released this new rear end upgrade set for the 966 that enables the rear end and 2-speed brackets to be connected with rubber or aluminium connectors for more or less flex. Delrin bushings are also included to seat the anti-roll bar bearings as well as the 2-speed axle bearings to prevent slop created by vibrations.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Adding to their current range of option springs for the Cobra S811, Serpent have released two new additions. The hardest springs that will be available, they come in yellow (3.8lbs) and white (4.0lbs) for the rear only.
Serpent have released a whole load of new optional parts for their 733 1/10th scale 200mm chassis. First up is this precision machined aluminium servo saver assembly which strengthens the area, removes flex and gives a precision fit for the Ackermann insert. Next up are these precision machined front suspension brackets to make the front of the car stiffer. Grey anodized, the standard nylon inserts fit smoothly. The side stiffener has also been given the machined aluminum treatment, with countersunk holes, light weight and great looks it will keep the spacing between the Centax gears and 2-speed gears more constant. Finally there is the new machined monoblock engine mount, which is a very strong and durable option, creating a stiffer chassis in that area compared to the two piece engine blocks.
Serpent have released the webbed silicone shock absorber membranes for the Cobra buggy to help reduce shock fading. This membrane features re-enforced webbing and will keep its shape under higher pressure and higher temperatures. A direct replacement of the standard membranes, they may fit other brands of 16mm shocks too.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Having shown you an action video followed up by CAD images of the new Cobra truggy, Serpent have released photos of the prototype which is being used for development work by Billy Easton.
The proto-test car still includes the current version radio plate, but this will be replaced of course by the new one, which is almost ready. The proto-type is also fitted with some optional parts, as the final version is still to be decided. The body shell is fully aimed at pure performance and not yet the final version.
View more images of the prototype here
Following yesterdays release of the video showing Billy Easton testing the new Serpent truggy, the Dutch company have released details and CAD images on the new Billy Easton designed Cobra-T. Sharing many of the same parts and design elements of the buggy, the Truggy is different in many aspects and requires quite a selection of specific parts as well. The larger wheel/tyres and different body-type style, together with longer wheel-base do require intensive testing to find again the right balance in the car, as well as the correct level of grip and to be very good on large jumps too. The end result is a very sleek and “low” design, with a perfect left to right and front to back balance, making it a very nimble car and easy to push very hard out on the track. The Serpent Cobra-T will most likely feature CNC machined 7075 T6 shock towers, instead of the carbon ones, as standard. Release of the new truggy is planned for early December 2010.
