Serpent have released a new version of their pan car carbon rear axle which features perfectly seated threaded insert and durable diff adapter and aluminium cone. The diff works without a thrust bearing, using just the cone and spring washer, simple and reliable. The shaft fits most common 1/12 and 1/10 pan cars, and of course the S120, S120 Link and S100. The S100 comes standard with this shaft already.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
CSO Racing have released this rear axle pulley for the Serpent 966 and 960. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, this 51T pulley has been lightened through strategically positioned holes and thanks to additional holes along the side walls of the teeth it will help prevent the build of dirt which can damage the rear belt.
Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]
Team Titan have introduced a new Blitz shell for the Serpent S811 Cobra buggy. The body provides more space for the pipe and manifold compared to the original as well as more room around the engines to help with cooling. Available in standard 1mm as well as super strong 1.5mm versions.
View more images of the new shell here
DE Racing have released more additions to their XD rear skid plate range with the release of versions for the Jammin X2-CR/CRT and Serpent S811 Cobra. The new skid plate features a new leading edge for greatly improved longevity and performance and new stronger screw countersinks, they are now ultra thin which eliminates the need for longer screws. Race proven using the highest quality engineering resin they wear like aluminium at a fraction of the price and weight.
Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]
As seen in our World Championship coverage, Serpent have released the full details on their new DLS system for the 733. The Direct Link system is activated during cornering mainly, whereby the outer suspension forces are transferred partially to the inner wheel too, with a pivot-link system. The results is more rubber on the track, more traction and more even tyre wear, resulting in significantly faster and easier cornering and possibly better laptimes. Set to be made available in 1 month.
View more images of the system here
Serpent have released their 1/10 scale pancar, the S100 Link, which is the 1/10 World GT version of their S120 1/12 scale pan-car. This high performance 1/10 scale pan chassis features quality machined carbon fibre and aluminium parts throughout, with its fully adjustable front end creating lots of steering. A spring loaded link system, in combination with diagonal positioned main shock and lateral damper with through shaft, control the roll of the car. The well balanced chassis offers a wide selection of set-up features and options to dial the car in for any track. Available in the beginning of August.
View images of the new chassis here
New from Serpent for their Cobra and most other 1/8 buggies are these cool looking, anodised, lightweight 17mm wheel-nuts. Weighing in at only 1.6 grams each, they are made superb quality aluminium, precision machined, with serrated flanges to keep the wheel-nuts on your car.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
CSO Racing have released two new option parts for gas racers including this pivot balls. Suitable for the KM Racing HK-1 touring car they are made from high grade lightweight, yet strong, titanium and come in a set of 8. KM have also released this pair of lightweight 7075 T6 aluminium front suspension brackets for the Serpent 733.
Click here to see the 733 brackets
