Cobra SRX8 buggy 1/8 GP top end racing buggy in 1/8 4wd version for gaspowered machines. Main features include big bore shocks, 3 gear-diffs, double diskbrake, competition clutch, ballraced anti-roll bars, springsteel transmission components and wheel axles.
Requirements:
- name: Serpent SRX8 Cobra Buggy
- course: 1/8 scale 4wd buggy
- type: kit-version, high end competition
- wheelbase: 330mm
- width: 305mm
- fat: 3.300 grms ( race prepared, depends upon radio-gear and motor)
- clutch: 4-shoe centrifugal, carbon footwear
- differential: lightweight, 3 geardiffs
- brake: piston kind with steel disks
- shocks: 16mm big bore with 3.5mm shafts
- fueltank: 125ccm, with built-in bronze filter
- gear-ratio: 4:3:1
- included: Kit, human body, wing, silicone natural oils, color manual-USB, decalsheets.
Features:
- Stunning standard equipment
- Cool Innovations
- Efficiency packed
- Made to last
- Ease of maintenance
- Great solution and support
Stunning standard equipment
- Hardcoated coated framework 7075 T6, laser engraved
- Steeringblocks alu 7075 T6, black coated, laser etched
- C-hubs 15 dgr, alu 7075 T6, black coated, laser engraved
- Rear uprights, alu 7075 T6, black colored coated, laser engraved
- 4.5mm carbon fiber shocktowers front and back
- Big-bore shocks with machined pistons and spacers, new supersmooth x-rings
- Hardcoated engraved shockcaps, 3.5mm rods and plastic sleeves.
- Front, main and rear geardifferentials
- 4-shoe race clutch
- Durable wishbones ready for use with inserts ( moulded standard, carbon optional )
- Steel diskbrake system with special pre-mounted brake-pads
- Coated metal incorporated chassis skidplate in the rear
- Lightweight and strong hardcoated aluminum camber and tracksrods
- Straight rear wing and new Avenger style human anatomy
- Springsteel drive-train system with CVD and plastic protections shoes
- Ballraced anti-roll bars front and rear with pivot system
- Supernice radiobox design and completely incorporated transponder -holder
- Decals for the radiobox caps
- Top-quality sealed bearing with seals
Cool Innovations
- This new Gear-differentials have a larger situations to permit for more oil inside, and have now a create in force compensating system. Both will generate an even more consistent diff on the much longer runs.
- Wishbones which enable mounting inserts both in top like in the base of the wishbones, which allows for most possible choices to work with more or less flex, utilizing no inserts, moulded inserts, carbon inserts, or blended inserts.
- Angled steering system for optimal Ackermann and paid down bumpsteer.
Efficiency packed
- Fully adjustable for caster, camber, toe-in, toe-out, roll-center, rideheight, wheelbase, downstops, anti squat, kingpin angle, ackermann, the works !
- brand new geometry front and rear coupled with new framework form and longer chassis braces to get more agile management, more steering, more back grip and enhanced balance.
- Angled steering system for optimal Ackermann, responsive steering and paid down bumpsteer.
- Hardcoated shocks with brand new internals depending on above specs.
- competition clutch with 4- carbon footwear system
- Effective airfilter system with new angled plastic connector and strong wireholder
- brand new areo pack with wider Avenger human anatomy and new straight wing for medium downforce. Optional high downforce adjustable polycarbonate back wing and a top downforce human body become released quickly too.
Made to last
- Hardcoated chassis with back chassis skidplate
- Springsteel transmission parts and wheelaxles
- Aluminium steeringblocks, C-hubs,
- Dust shoes for shocks and all transmission components
- Unique mix composites for super durable moulded components
- back bodymount with plastic damped system
- high-quality greased, sealed bearings throughout
- Durable steering and servo-saver system, and aluminium Ackermann plate with prepressed bearings.
Easy upkeep
- a breeze front and rear differential access with 4 screws just
- a breeze access to the main differential and brake system
- quite simple lever system the throttle and braking system
- a breeze reduction and re-assembly of engine, radiobox, tank, complete radiobox, complete front side and rear, complete center construction
- Supernice new fueltank with screw-on type fueltube holders, insert-system to lessen tankvolume , enhanced filter/clunk , enhanced fuelcap and spring.
Great information, solution and support
- Car-kit includes USB stick to full color assembly in PDF with hotlinks to websites for effortless extra components selection ( printed manual variation to follow along with).
- Serpent suppliers and dealers are active in all parts of the rc racing world, for information, service, help and supply
- Effective Kits, spares and optional supply
- usage of Serpent web site, TeamSerpent site, Serpent Facebook, Serpent Facebook Groups ( per car), Serpent Twitter, Serpent Advanced Manuals
- Join in for Serpent Master Classes ( SMC) by Serpent team-drivers
Chassis
The chassis cnc machined from 3mm thick aerospace kind 7075 T6 aluminium and comes hard anodised for durability. The brand new form is wider at the backside to aid the framework roll and drag in rougher conditions. The kick-up angle is optimised to fit aided by the mating components. All holes into the chassis are countersunk.
The chassis features 2 big pockets, one is for the metal skid dish and one the central skidplate. There are 2 keyholes to center-fix the front and rear suspension system brackets in position. The pocket the flywheel is large enough to suit mostly utilized starterwheels.
The sideguards mount toward bend chassis-sides from the inside with pre-threaded holes within the framework. The framework provides good size areas the downstops.
Rear skid plate
The cnc machined metal skid dish will protect the chassis within buttocks where it wears many. Its effortlessly replacable by a fresh one, with only 4 screws. Optional ones in other materials to follow along with.
Steeringblocks
The steeringblocks are constructed with 7075 T6 aluminium and are usually anodised in black. These steering blocks have already been designed to permit you to replace the Ackermann at the steering spindle including provide us with the optimal scrub offset in conjuction utilizing the caster block. The bushings press to the obstructs and minimize any unwelcome play.
Chassis stiffeners
Additional long chassis stiffeners, front and back in composite material to provide the right flex and stops the chassis to bend too much. Easy locking fastening system.
Side-guards
The composite sideguards keep debris out of the vehicle, add rigidity to the framework and support the human body. The sideguards are fixed to your chassis from the most notable in pre-threaded holes into the chassis. Because of this the screws are protected well and its easier to re-assembly when required. The sideguards feature a pocket externally to allow mounting some felcron tape to guide / fix the human body.
Steering system
The double axis steeringsystem with built-in servo saver is installed under an angle for less bumpsteer and a far more direct steering feel. The axis are created in lightweight aluminium.
This new bellcrank accepts a bearing raced crossbar with zero slop. It created because of the optimal Ackermann to boost the automobiles driveability.
Servo saver
These brand new servo saver components not merely have the newest Ackermann, but in addition have a new internal servo saver design. It includes a helix to assure the correct operating for the servo saver installation. The servo saver springtime is protected by a dense foam address, to keep debris out. The spring pre-tension clamp nut can be locked in place to prevent turning loose.
Radio-tray
The simple to make use of and durable radiotray is made as low as feasible in such way that all electronic devices fit in simple and well. Its features a seperate area in the front for the battery power, to really have the thicker part more front. The lid has 4 screws. Both servos fit in nicely with plenty servo-spacers to install them on the right height. The chassis underneath the servos has reduced pockets to allow mounting the servo?s low. Ofcourse you'll want to consider chassisflex/torsion, so dont mount them too low. The transponder, little or medium kind, has a nice flush mounted owner included. The receiver field also offers 4 little screws for simple and fast access. You'll install a regular switch, or use the supplied address if you use another solution. 2 decals are included to cover the battery pack and receiverbox.
Airfilter
Top quality 2 piece dense foam for perfect filtering ( use topquality airfilter oil only ). The holder permits effortless assembly. On front side ?top part the mount is attached to the center help with a springtime cable, fixed with a bodyclip. The latest plastic elbow permits good airflow and features wide grooves to apply tie-wraps.
Fueltank
The125cc gas tank is a complete new design. The springtime and limit permit the stress to be more equal throughout the whole top of the limit, as well as the design of the cap has no flex . The clunk happens to be increased therefore it will stay at the end of the tank and will perhaps not pop-up or float at the end. Although the drain section on top has been enhanced where there was now a 4mm opening which will allow dirt and debris to escape and never clog. The fuel-tube clips now mount on tank with screws so that you wont have to worry about loosing them. The tank pull will enable faster and much more secure refuelling. The tank is re placed so that its further from the exhaust , that'll prevent melting for the tank. The kit includes function made insert to lessen the content if required. The tank mounts on 2 strong composite poles with plastic grommets for versatile mounting and permit easy dis-assembly for checks and cleaning.
Driveshafts / transmission
The Serpent springsteel driveshaft are equal in length in front and rear and hands down the main ones, that will be easy for spares stocking.
Center diff mount
Durable center mounts with big size bearings to install the brake system and center diferential. A moulded brakedisk guider is mounted on the brackets. The entire system is manufactured as little as easy for CG reasons. The sleek top-cover keeps dust out and guides the 2 brake cams.
Brakes
The SRX8 provides a conventional braking system with brake cams, metal disks and metal pads with effective pre-glued brakepads .
Differential situations
The strong moulded differential cases which contain the differential and supports the shocktowers.
The differential front side and back could be removed after taking out fully only 4 screws and eliminating the anti-roll bars, super-easy !
Differentials
The diff housing is completely re-designed in order to make method for development in diff technology. The diff now has cavities designed especially for shut mobile foam. This foam will make up for expansion associated with the oil, that may enable us to fill the diffs more full, keeping the gears completely engulfed in oil. The cavity where in actuality the gears rest has additionally been redesigned to ensure there isn't low stress areas outside the gears. This can keep more oil in the gears also when spinning at high rpms. This in turn will keep the diff more constant at low and high rates and hot or cold .
Differential gears 28 / 14 / 44
The hardmetal 28T and 14T satellite gears have a more substantial general diameter, to cause them to become more in oil, making the diff more constant , smoother and more powerful . The steel 44T ring gear is lighter and contains a great match utilizing the brand new 28T gear.
Engine mount
Lightweight CNC machined engine mount in 7075 T6 aluminium with pre-threaded holes and large contact area with chassis, comes grey anodised .
Wingholder back
The trunk wing holder is an excellent durable and light one piece moulded unit . The set includes wing-spacers to place the wing under a range of angles.
Wheel axles / hex / shoes
The durable Serpent springsteel wheelaxles are captured CVD design and have now plastic boots to guard the device and bearings against dust and dust, so that it will all stay longer. The wheel hex is a durable hard aluminium version which fits all popular tires well. The pins being used are 3mm people to increase durability.
C-hubs
The new 15 dgr c-hubs are formulated in 7075 T6 alminium and are also anodised in black. These available design extremely durable units allow enough room allowing the maximum steering-angle and lalow room to mount the plastic dust protectors in the CVD system. As optional we offer 13 and 17 dgr alu c-hubs too.
Uprights
The uprights are made of 7075 T6 aluminium with black colored anodizing and tend to be universal people to be utilized left and right . The latest uprights have the roll center adjustment included with tiny inserts . Set screws are accustomed to tighten up straight down on hinge pin to eliminate any undesired play. In the underside 2 threaded holes are made to enable mounting the optional brass loads of 15 gr each for rough conditions.
Wishbones
Really durable and very long moulded wishbones front and back. The composite is opted for to have sufficient flex whenever required. The design has pouches within the top and base element of each arm to install the typical moulded insert plates, or the optional carbon fibre people. By doing so you are able to choose the best arm flex for every single condition. Even various or no inserts front or back and mixing moulded and carbon inserts is possible. The moulded inserts will stiffen the hands only a little, but keeps them cleaner. The carbon ones, or combined with moulded people will stiffen the arms a lot. Many options in an attempt to use.
Mudguards
The mudguards are offered in lightweight transparant polycarbonate and will be left clear, be painted or skinned as prefered.
Suspension brackets
The suspension brackets are CNC machined in 7075 T6 aluminium and grey anodised. They key in to the framework for perfect fit. The brackets have precision machined pockets to utilize inserts to alter the set-up.
Anti-roll pubs
The anti-roll bar system is the best around. Precison made wire runs in ballraced adaptors on the front side and rear diff case-plates. Superfree and stabile. The wire links to a balljoint that is fitted with a pivotbal to your wishbone. The works !
Shocktowers
The leading and back shocktowers are durable 4.5mm carbon fibre units, CNC machined.
Clutch
The effective 4-carbon footwear competition clutch is continued . It could be entirely pre-assembled and then be installed to your engine. The machine includes a light and little alumnium flywheel and durable springsteel 13T clutch-housing .
Shock springs
Race shock springs that are pre-selected and paired. The shocksprings are grinded flat for perfect procedure.
Shocks
The shocks are a completely overhauled design. Durable polished metal 3.5mm rods are utilized with hard anodised caps and threaded shock-bodies. A brand new sealpack include machined bushings and new x-rings and is kept in position with a small inside clip. The shockpistons are machined delrin devices for most useful performance. The shocks within the kit are membrame design, with emulsion type hardcoated caps and seals become offered as choice.
Wing rear black
The newest flat type rear wing is a very effective medium downforce product with big sidewings. The decalsheet offers sidewing decals to utilize.
Bodymounts
The trunk human anatomy mount has a plastic pillow inside it. Permits your body mount to rotate front side to rear in an impact or crash. This saves the body from breaking or tearing. The leading one is a fixed type and it is simple available.
Ballbearings
High quality shielded bearings with oil through the entire kit.
Body
A brand new Avenger style human anatomy is developed for the SRX8 with medium level downforce. Cab-forward design body with tiny fin on the top for stability. Sweet flowing sides with little back upward fins for rear downforce. Room enough to permit for airfilter, enggine head, carburetor and exhaust / exhaust adaptor. High-quality polycarbonate. The human body has nice trimlines for effortless cutting. Exact same for the bodyholes. A masking sheet is included to assist with paintjob preps.
