273LikesSerpent Project 4-X
09-25-2019 | 03:31 PM
#901
That's all about frequencies. 1:10 shocks are way too big to absorb higer frequencies from the contact of the road, so we need something else to absorb it. Carbon fiber was a good candidate. Now there is also a matter of hysteresis. On this point I think Mg is between CF and Al, that's why I like it. I have the flex chassis, which is quite stiff I think, I can't get the weight now but I will try to get it soon.
09-25-2019 | 05:49 PM
#902
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 2,351
From: Arizona
That's all about frequencies. 1:10 shocks are way too big to absorb higer frequencies from the contact of the road, so we need something else to absorb it. Carbon fiber was a good candidate. Now there is also a matter of hysteresis. On this point I think Mg is between CF and Al, that's why I like it. I have the flex chassis, which is quite stiff I think, I can't get the weight now but I will try to get it soon.
09-25-2019 | 07:32 PM
#903
Hi guys, as I am stepping away fr pro m 10th scale, I am selling some items. Thought I'd post the link here in case someone is interested.
Thanks,
Joe
https://www.rctech.net/forum/r-c-items-sale-trade/1050887-serpent-4x-evo-sale.html#post15517269
Thanks,
Joe
https://www.rctech.net/forum/r-c-items-sale-trade/1050887-serpent-4x-evo-sale.html#post15517269
09-25-2019 | 08:07 PM
#904
That's all about frequencies. 1:10 shocks are way too big to absorb higer frequencies from the contact of the road, so we need something else to absorb it. Carbon fiber was a good candidate. Now there is also a matter of hysteresis. On this point I think Mg is between CF and Al, that's why I like it. I have the flex chassis, which is quite stiff I think, I can't get the weight now but I will try to get it soon.
10-02-2019 | 06:52 AM
#905
Tech Master
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 1,825
From: Miami, FL
With the tease of the new X20 yesterday, does anyone think that this is it for the 4x platform? The way I see it, they could have opted to call it an Eryx 5 (given that the Eryx was meant to be the “starter” TC platform for Serpent enthusiasts), but the fact that it has a new name and completely new design makes me think that 4X is being relegated to the back-burner. 
I can’t help feeling a little burned. I purchased the (relatively new) 4x Pro in late July, simply because it was an out of the box offering. Now it looks like the future might be back to a more conventional design (albeit with the current mid-mount craze, thanks to that Medius decal on the hood of the teaser). I’ve had several things going on, so I haven’t been able to get everything I need to start building the car yet, so it’s still in the box. Given that it’s likely to use the same shocks as the 750 (the Eryx apparently does), I would probably want to switch just for the potential parts share around that... Anyway, just venting over here - carry on.
I can’t help feeling a little burned. I purchased the (relatively new) 4x Pro in late July, simply because it was an out of the box offering. Now it looks like the future might be back to a more conventional design (albeit with the current mid-mount craze, thanks to that Medius decal on the hood of the teaser). I’ve had several things going on, so I haven’t been able to get everything I need to start building the car yet, so it’s still in the box. Given that it’s likely to use the same shocks as the 750 (the Eryx apparently does), I would probably want to switch just for the potential parts share around that... Anyway, just venting over here - carry on.
10-02-2019 | 07:09 AM
#906
With the tease of the new X20 yesterday, does anyone think that this is it for the 4x platform? The way I see it, they could have opted to call it an Eryx 5 (given that the Eryx was meant to be the “starter” TC platform for Serpent enthusiasts), but the fact that it has a new name and completely new design makes me think that 4X is being relegated to the back-burner.
I can’t help feeling a little burned. I purchased the (relatively new) 4x Pro in late July, simply because it was an out of the box offering. Now it looks like the future might be back to a more conventional design (albeit with the current mid-mount craze, thanks to that Medius decal on the hood of the teaser). I’ve had several things going on, so I haven’t been able to get everything I need to start building the car yet, so it’s still in the box. Given that it’s likely to use the same shocks as the 750 (the Eryx apparently does), I would probably want to switch just for the potential parts share around that... Anyway, just venting over here - carry on.
I can’t help feeling a little burned. I purchased the (relatively new) 4x Pro in late July, simply because it was an out of the box offering. Now it looks like the future might be back to a more conventional design (albeit with the current mid-mount craze, thanks to that Medius decal on the hood of the teaser). I’ve had several things going on, so I haven’t been able to get everything I need to start building the car yet, so it’s still in the box. Given that it’s likely to use the same shocks as the 750 (the Eryx apparently does), I would probably want to switch just for the potential parts share around that... Anyway, just venting over here - carry on.
10-02-2019 | 10:26 AM
#909
Tech Master
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 1,825
From: Miami, FL
Alright, alright, I’ll quit the Chicken Little banter for now, lol. At least Felix Law has kicked some butt the last few races he’s been in with the 4X. It will sure be a good sign if he continues running the car.
10-02-2019 | 10:34 AM
#910
10-02-2019 | 01:07 PM
#911
Tech Master
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 1,825
From: Miami, FL
10-02-2019 | 01:22 PM
#912
Especially in the ETS.
10-02-2019 | 02:46 PM
#913
Tech Master
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 1,825
From: Miami, FL
10-02-2019 | 02:50 PM
#914
why would a sponsor racer race an old car when they have a new kit to promote and sell?
Last edited by Marcos.J; 10-02-2019 at 03:47 PM.
10-02-2019 | 04:19 PM
#915
The new design could not possibly work in the 4X because the lower arms on this new car are very long and attach very close to the center line of chassis. In the 4X, the bulkheads and suspension/heave shocks would be in the way...