The 966TE 4WD produced by Serpent in 1/8 scale Viper 977 EVO GP (SER903015) series AWD drivetrain assembly kit, is classified in R/C Models - On-Road - Touring Cars - Nitro Powered
Serpent 1/8 scale 4wd gaspowered rushing vehicle framework in Team edition. Serpent 966 could be the next generation race-car based on the extremely successfull Serpent 960 platform.
Specs:
- Class: 1/8th scale gas on-road, IFMAR rules
- function: High-end competition
- Major titles: 2.520kg (depending on radio gear)
- Weight: 260mm - 266mm
- Track-width rear: 250mm - 260mm
- Track-width front: Adjustable 296 - 300mm +/-1.7mm
- Wheel base: Adjustable +/- 3mm (backside)
- Chassis: 5mm 7075 aerospace quality aluminium, precision CNC machined
- Radio plate: 2.5mm carbon fibre
- Suspension: Independent double wishbone suspension
- Shock absorbers: RCC-X shock absorbers, pre put together
- Fuel tank: 125cc design
- Back axle: Solid back axle
- Front axle: Aluminium front side axle with one-way bearings
- Gearbox: Lightweight 2-speed SL8
- Clutch system: Centax-II clutch system, difficult anodized alu. gears 16-19T std
- Directions: complete color instructions and Set-up guide
- Adjustability: Camber, Caster, Down-stops, Up-stops, Toe-in, Track width, Wheel base, Front and back roll centre
- Not Included: motor, pipe, body, radio gear, tires, tires, battery pack pack
Features:
- SL8 gearbox included, for reduced inertia
- front side aero bumper
- split-type carbon radioplate with flex-control, and front stiffner/support
- new front top geometry with inner pivots more out and faster top arms, for lots more corner entry grip and much more corner speed
- new rear top geometry wth new camber-bracket, and top camber-rods instead wishbone
- backside lower shockmounts/extenders in carbon, for brand new shock-angle
- new style tank-top/tank-cap ( identical to S811 )
Backside Suspension
A corner end geometry provides excellent tail grip and offers a really stable automobile both under stopping and also at exiting corners. The OS 2 uprights sport small bearings to lessen un sprung fat, 3 upper supply mounting positions as well as the possibility to use shims for changing the roll centers. Strong lower wishbones with sufficient material across the pivot pin and pivot balls, and also the top hands allow effortless adjustment of the camber and camber increase. Longer human body mount hands offer more down force to your tires yet do not have binding for their mounting position. Back Body Mount
A corner human body mount regarding Serpent 966 could be connected in many different ways to increase or reduce steadily the downforce transmitted from the human body to the rear wheels. You can find much longer human body mount arms, being mounted towards the rear uprights at axle level which supplies more down force toward wheels. The whole assembly is also without binding, meaning there isn't any limitation associated with movement on suspension.
Rear Anti-roll Bar
The cable kind backside anti-roll bar on the Serpent 966 is ball-raced for additional accuracy and much more accuracy.The blade type back anti-roll bar is optional.
Adjustable Back Roll Center and Camber Increase
Regarding the Serpent 966-TE the rear roll centre is adjustable with the use of offset composite inserts, which place the wishbone pivot pins of the lower wishbones.The rear camber increase may also be adjusted through same technique but regarding top rear wishbone pivot pins. The usage of composite inserts means both alterations can be easily made track part.
Back Axle
Created from Spring metal, the solid rear axle is quite durable and ultra strong supplying an ideal base to mount a corner drive pulley. A steel pin secures the pulley and an o-ring keeps it in place.
Steering Servo Mounting
The steering servo is installed on the proper part straight to the base of the radio dish and hangs free of virtually any product. The steering system makes use of a centrally mounted servo-saver, which features adjustable spring tension and includes four Ackerman options, by using inserts, to help fine-tune the 966-TE steering traits. Adjustable steel track rods with left and right threads are standard.
Receiver Mounting
The receiver on the Serpent 966 can be installed in 2 various positions, depending on whether you decide on the laydown throttle servo mounting and/or traditional upright throttle servo mounting.
If you mount the throttle servo utilising the laydown setup, the receiver is installed on the left part associated with the radio plate, between the gas tank and the exhaust system.
In the event that you mount the throttle servo utilizing the old-fashioned upright configuration, the receiver (and protective address) could be mounted next to the throttle servo.
The benefit of these alternate mounting positions is that it provides alternatives for electronics placement, as well as alternatives for eliminating any recurring interference conditions that may possibly occur.
Gas Tank
Serpent have actually provided the 125cc fuel tank with a silicone rubber seal the gas tank lid that stops leakage and so provides more constant engine performance. Produced from silicone rubber, the newest seal was shaped to produce a perfect seal around the opening regarding the tank and enabling the tank lid to close completely.The tank is made of a newer more powerful material. The tanks have more resistance to shattering in case of huge effect and modifications towards the lid pivot pin position further make sure a completely sealed tank. The newest material can also be less temperature delicate and can keeps it shape better also whenever hot. The tank offers the possibility to mount little spacers inside to fine-tune the amount.
Back Shock Tower
A corner shock tower regarding the Serpent 966 is made of 3mm carbon fibre, which again makes this component ultra crash resistant. The trunk surprise tower activities 4 shock mounting jobs that will help you fine-tune your cars handling track part.
Fast Launch Wheel System
The Serpent 966-TE comes standard with both spring-loaded aluminium fast release levers.
Quick-change
This dependable and time-saving system allows very quick tire changes during cross country events, letting you get back in the track in as little time that you can.
Adjustable Wheelbase
As a result of the front wishbone setup, you'll be able to quickly adjust the car's wheelbase through keeping of 1 top and reduced caster clip on each part regarding the automobile. Into the rear you can put shims in front or during the back associated with the reduced backside wishbones to obtain plus or minus 3mm.
Modification
The Serpent 966 is a top-level competition racer and is therefore completely adjustable. The racer can alter numerous settings effortlessly and effectively, including the suspension system geometry. The down stops can be simply accessed and easily adjusted with maximum effect. Caster, track-width, toe-in, camber, camber increase, and wheelbase may also be adjusted with ease, as well as the front and back roll-centre and back body mount mounting angle.
Bearings
Supplied with sealed top-quality lightweight bearings throughout, the drive train is very efficient and runs very smoothly.
30 bearings as a whole including 3 one-ways.
Gearbox
The SL8 2-speed gearbox is battle proven and is easy to adjust and construct thanks to its simple design. The gearbox features large ball bearings for extra durability and smoother rotation. The 8mm shaft will offer increased security.The brand new 2-speed gears are installed to your carriers with three little screws and come in a complete selection of gears available in combination with pinions for the Centax-II clutch.
High Res pic - Exhaust springtime
Exhaust Mounting Spring
Utilizing a spring-type mounting cable to isolate vibrations, the springtime is connected to your automobile through an aluminium mounting post attached to the radio plate.
Centax-II Clutch
The Centax-II clutch system features big ball bearings (a 5x13mm and a 5x10mm) also a sizable thrust bearing (5x10mm). This increases durability and provides ultra-free movement of parts. Featuring an externally-adjustable clutch gap spacing method, and an innovative pivoting flyweight system.
Motor Mono block
The strong motor mono block that takes advantage of the excess space where in actuality the engine is installed on the LCG (minimal Center of Gravity) framework dish. And whilst the benefits of the mono block system, to avoid the motor flexing, the block allows the engine become installed lower in the chassis by 2mm. As a result of the engine being lowered the vehicle happens to be supplied with a smaller diameter flywheel.
Drive Belt System
The Serpent 966-TE utilizes three Kevlar-reinforced primary drive belts, driven by a series of composite pulleys attached to aluminium pulley adapters. This permits for a very smooth and efficient drive system that may withstand serious punishment.
Throttle Servo Mounting
The 966-TE offers two possibilities the mounting regarding the throttle servo, to begin which will be the the traditional stand-up throttle servo layout. To reduce the vehicles centre of gravity addititionally there is an alternative to install the throttle servo in a set down configuration. This moves the hefty engine along with other elements of the servo lower and also to the inside making it possible for better weight distribution and C of G.The lay down throttle servo assembly is built to easily fit in the standard servo mounting space, hence allowing the simple change over between configurations. If you opt to utilize the traditional upright mounting, you are able to mount the receiver next to the throttle servo. Otherwise the receiver is in its standard destination on the left side of this radio plate.
Chassis Stiffeners
Another function may be the two carbon-fibre side mounted framework stiffeners. These dishes form a good connection between your front side and back area of the 960, and are mounted straight to radio stations plate bracket and to the rear bulkheads. They increase the chassis stiffness, a vital condition to help make effective use associated with the advanced suspension system adjustment choices. The left framework stiffener doubles as a belt-tensioner holder to with a lengthier slot allow changes.
Front Anti-roll Bar
The Serpent 966-TE comes standard with a variable front anti-roll bar. By rotating the 2 blades, it is possible to adjust the tightness. Centering with an enhanced adjuster eccentric.
Front Axle
Leading axle is made from high-grade aluminium and contains the best quality one-way bearings lubricated with one-way lube. This guarantees a consistent drive on front Spring metal drive cups.
principal back brackets
Anodized, cnc machined, aluminum main rear axle supports with coated alu eccenters; more rigid, better rear axle support for a really real running rear shaft, simple belt-tensioning, quick access for upkeep. Using the eccenters you are able to select 3 jobs for rear- belt tensioning. By detatching the eccenter using one side the rear shaft with pulley and belt could be accessed very easily. Principal backside aids are machined maximum to paid off fat, but retain rigidness at exactly the same time. Pins are pre-pressed in to the base of this brackets which then seat to the positioning holes inside framework. Precise and safe.
Enhanced RCC Shock Absorbers
The RCC shock absorbers are super-smooth and extremely very easy to build. Machined from metal and unique in that the shock systems only open regarding the bottom half, they are actually simple to assemble. They include a set piston no longer use a diaphragm just like the last shocks but a foam. The end result is an ultra-smooth and air-free shock absorber because of the self-bleeding system integrated to the design.The seal-package in the shocks is improved ( brand new x-ring / bushing) and offers better support on rod. Little change, BIG benefit.
Lower mounted brake-assembly for reduced LCG. Spring-loaded brake-plates slides on polished steel shafts. Ready-to-run braking system plate/pads assembly with brand new friction braking system material. The ball-raced difficult anodized brake-cam push the 2 bigger pins that are seated within the aluminium bracket, against the brakeplat, to produce really smooth as well as force to your plate.
Brake-system
The brake system ensures strong and efficient stopping power. The braking system pads include two metal plates utilizing the friction material pre-baked to your dishes, plus the braking system disk is made from double ventilated discs with an air-cooling alu centre.The new stopping system sits lower in the automobile to greatly help LCG. The device is effortlessly accessable for maintenance, because of its really open design.
The spring-loaded bar-pads slip on polished steel pins and are triggered through the ball-raced braking system cam, a large pin moves horizontally to activate the brake system. As a result of the horizontal action of pin, and never the twisting of brake cam, all distortion in this area is eliminated as well as the braking system pads are evenly pushed together. The brake cam is supported by ball-bearings for smooth, accurate action. This further enhances the precision and excellent stopping energy associated with braking system.
Chassis Dish
The backbone of this vehicle may be the framework plate, which has been CNC-machined from incredibly stiff american 7075 T6 - 5mm aerospace-quality aluminium and recreations a broad front side opening to regulate the leading anti-roll bar. A cooling slot under the engine helps help temperature control while chamfered edges prevent the framework from catching on kerbs providing it better general ground approval on the track. It houses the battery power, that is mounted in to the newly-designed carbon fibre battery pack mounting plate and is held set up by four screws, screwed straight into the chassis dish itself. This 966-TE dish has also been machined to accept the optional front side stiffener dish.
Front Bumper and Body Mount
The leading human body mount of the Serpent 966 is screwed down combined with bumper, which allows for many flex in the body post mounts whilst keeping the stiffness associated with general installation. Your body mount is held further through two screws mounted from the side.As with the rear roll centre, the leading roll centre can be easily modified. The adjustment is performed by detatching leading top suspension brackets and inserting spacers below the brackets after which re-attaching them towards vehicle.
The 966 is sold with anodised aluminium front side upper suspension brackets that are machined from just one bit of aluminium. These attractive pieces are incredibly strong and provide great protection in the event of much effect. The other great advantage of this part is because of the use of inserts, with an offset opening, it's simple to adjust the pivot position associated with upper front wishbones.
Another good design function is that the same front suspension system bracket could be utilized on both left and right sides of the automobile.
Thew new aero bumper can be used closed, or partially open, by reducing the aligned inner parts.
Steering Obstructs
These Wide offset (WOS) steering blocks can be utilized in 2 various designs by swapping the medial side associated with automobile these are typically mounted on. These modifications, based privately the steering blocks are employed on, will either supply more change in on corner entry, or maybe more on energy steering at corner exit.
The included eccenters make certain that the axle is raised higher than centre line, which improves the consequence due to this new configuration and because of the use of eccenters the bearings are now also smaller and lighter, reducing un sprung weight.
Front Suspension System
The leading anti-roll club levers, which can be with the down stops allowing for easier tweak. They put inwards, in the bearing-blocks, helping to make them more effective considering less flex. The leading reduced hands accommodate leading anti-roll bar place.
Battery Mounting Plate
The carbon fibre battery mounting plate is built to be able to accommodate many different battery pack configurations, such as the conventional 5 cellular pack. The battery mounting plate consists of a 2mm black colored carbon fibre and it is mounted to your chassis plate by four countersunk screws.
Radio Plate Help Bracket
The radio dish help bracket, placed straight in front of the motor, additionally acts as the mounting point for the roll over club.
Aluminium center bracket
The Serpent 966 comes given an aluminium center bracket as standard. Replacing the standard composite variation, the newest component is a lot stiffer so reduces flex in this axle which prolongs the life span of the belts and pulleys.
Adjusting nut for pivot balls
These adjusting nuts are produced from Nylon and replace the previous aluminium nut with synthetic insert which will not just makes installation easier, in addition reduces un-sprung weight. Reducing the components utilized at this point also decreases part play so it makes for a far more accurate handling vehicle and as the material used is self-lubricating the motion of pivot ball will stay smooth throughout use.
Pivot Balls
Made from Spring metal, these polished 8.5mm pivot balls are practically unbreakable and guarantee the smoothest suspension system movement possible.
Driveshafts / wheelaxles
Serpent only use the highest-quality drive train inside their vehicles. The 966 automobile comes provided with the finest Spring Steel drive shafts effective at withstanding constant punishment; these shafts are ultra durable and incredibly stiff allowing you to definitely place all of your power to the tarmac.
Front CVD and back regular dogbones
Made from Spring metal, leading and rear wheel axles are very durable and ultra strong. These are typically a precision fit for the key bearings whenever mounted with the supplied shims to ensure a good precise wheel fit. The front axle additionally accocunts for part of the CVD shafts which can be one of them kit and may therefore be used with both the supplied fast release system or the optional wheel nuts.
Front Shock Tower
Leading shock tower associated with Serpent 966 is manufactured out of 3mm carbon fiber, which makes this part ultra crash resistant. The front shock tower also features two surprise mounting jobs to help you fine tune your vehicle for just about any track conditions.
Adjustable Front Belt Tension
A fantastic feature is the capability to adjust the tension of this front belt. The simple-to-use bearing eccentric holders enable easy and quick environment.
The 966-TE features a split kind radioplate. The larger central components links with a pole to your front side stiffner. The main part front screws which link to your bulkheads may be loosened to produce more flex; the rod will get a handle on the flex.
evaluation revealed that flex inside front has more effect compared to the rear or main area of the chassis.
The 966-TE included the latest developed Serpent gearbox with 8mm shaft and new flange, bell and gears. a completely balanced gearbox with suprisingly low inertia, and a perfect bearing seating.
Durable and ultra fast shifting.
The brake-disk and pulley-adaptor with 3 pins has been modified, and a new alu hardcoated part pully in included to fit the 8mm shaft.
buttocks connectors
Tail connectors in rubber and alu, to influence rear end flex.
