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Old 06-15-2014, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by cosmokitten
Very nice!

However, it doesn't look like the 977e will be compatible with the TTB system which, according to many on this thread, is a big disadvantage mostly attributed to not having a centralized 6s battery.

Wouldn't mind having everyone thoughts on this.
Those "many on this thread" (including me) didn't take into account a 2 belted 8th scale car.

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Old 06-25-2014, 12:18 PM
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Wow how nice is that. Hope the price us not too crazy as I want one
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Old 06-26-2014, 02:05 AM
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Originally Posted by cosmokitten
Very nice!

However, it doesn't look like the 977e will be compatible with the TTB system which, according to many on this thread, is a big disadvantage mostly attributed to not having a centralized 6s battery.

Wouldn't mind having everyone thoughts on this.

I want to give you an update on this.
Yes, Serpent is also looking to make the car compatible with the TTB system, but the first car will be for "normal" electronics, which is extensively tested (by me ) and will do the job very well!
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Originally Posted by M7H
I want to give you an update on this.
Yes, Serpent is also looking to make the car compatible with the TTB system, but the first car will be for "normal" electronics, which is extensively tested (by me ) and will do the job very well!
Wow!

With both options on tap, you can't go wrong with the 977e.
Waiting impatiently for availability.
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Originally Posted by M7H
I want to give you an update on this.
Yes, Serpent is also looking to make the car compatible with the TTB system, but the first car will be for "normal" electronics, which is extensively tested (by me ) and will do the job very well!
What is a TTB system and it's advantages?
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Old 06-27-2014, 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by ViperZ
What is a TTB system and it's advantages?
TTB is the brand name.
it is developed for on-road racing, where the other systems, are developed for off-road (althought some will do the job pretty well in on-road)

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Old 06-30-2014, 10:21 PM
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When will the release date be for the Serpent electric 1/8?
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Old 07-03-2014, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by M7H
TTB is the brand name.
it is developed for on-road racing, where the other systems, are developed for off-road (althought some will do the job pretty well in on-road)
Thanks.. I fail to understand the real advantages, but I suppose I can relate to a system developed specifically for road courses.
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Old 07-20-2014, 11:32 AM
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Hey guys can someone point in the right direction I trying to convert a 1/8 nitro onroad (Rx8, 977 etc)to an electric. What's the simplest route?
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Old 07-20-2014, 10:33 PM
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Hey guys can someone point in the right direction I trying to convert a 1/8 nitro onroad (Rx8, 977 etc)to an electric. What's the simplest route?
You will need a motor mount, spur gear adapter and saddle bag type of battery trays. Look through this thread, you will see many examples. Some try to keep the batteries centrally located but the easiest route is to hang them off the sides of the chassis. It s not the best but it's easy and effective. Unless you are using a car that is supported with some sort of conversion, you will need to fabricate your own parts.
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Old 07-31-2014, 10:21 PM
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My 1/8th scale pan car prototype finally made it to the track!
Still working on some design changes but got tired of looking at an unfinished car so I finished what I have and got to drive it around.
Considering it has never been driven before, I was quite pleased with the initial outcome. Take a look at the pics and enjoy...
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Old 08-01-2014, 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by YoDog
My 1/8th scale pan car prototype finally made it to the track!
Still working on some design changes but got tired of looking at an unfinished car so I finished what I have and got to drive it around.
Considering it has never been driven before, I was quite pleased with the initial outcome. Take a look at the pics and enjoy...
Gorgeous!!!
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Old 08-01-2014, 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by YoDog
My 1/8th scale pan car prototype finally made it to the track!
Still working on some design changes but got tired of looking at an unfinished car so I finished what I have and got to drive it around.
Considering it has never been driven before, I was quite pleased with the initial outcome. Take a look at the pics and enjoy...
Now thats a smart design.. fantastic looking chassis, nice work
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Old 08-15-2014, 08:15 AM
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Hey guys really glad to see this thread active Do you think a Ko Propo RSx Power servo will do great in an 1/8 onroad brushless set up, 2 2s lipos one on each side of the chassis, on 6.0 volts- 6V 0.13sec/60° and 362.9 oz-in (26.3 Kg-cm ?
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Old 08-26-2014, 01:13 PM
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Hmmmm aaaaaaaaaaritty then..
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