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Old 09-24-2012 | 07:56 AM
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what can I do to make the battery holders a wee bit bigger? I have some 5600mAH lipos that are mega tight fit and slightly too high to allow the hold to be e-clipped. Will it be possible to cut it some where to make it flex more? I don't really fancy selling off 4 sets of brand new batteries Thanks.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 08:09 AM
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what can I do to make the battery holders a wee bit bigger? I have some 5600mAH lipos that are mega tight fit and slightly too high to allow the hold to be e-clipped. Will it be possible to cut it some where to make it flex more? I don't really fancy selling off 4 sets of brand new batteries Thanks.
The straps on my site allow for a little taller battery. :-)

With a thinner pack they have to be shimmed down a little to keep the battery from moving up and down. Feel free to order and if they don't work out you can send them back.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 08:38 AM
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What are some setup tips for adding rear traction on loose tracks?
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Old 09-24-2012 | 08:59 AM
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What are some setup tips for adding rear traction on loose tracks?
Thinner rear sway bar, softere rear spring, thinnere rear diff oil, Lay down rear shocks.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Maxthepersonz
Now they somewhat announced it with live R/C. Do you have any idea on a date? Will we see them by winter? Gotta have it for the indoor season
I highly doubt it will be ready for this season. you willstart seeing the prototype entering reacesmaybe but I suspect you will see the decleration next February in Nuremberg Toy Fair.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 03:59 PM
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An old but great site for setups.
http://users.telenet.be/elvo/
Great read but check out set up guide on bottom left
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Old 09-24-2012 | 06:12 PM
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The straps on my site allow for a little taller battery. :-)

With a thinner pack they have to be shimmed down a little to keep the battery from moving up and down. Feel free to order and if they don't work out you can send them back.
RCmayor: Thanks, the straps I can bodge myself, it's really how tight the battery fits that is giving me a headache. i.e. need to remove the case from the chassis to give me enough flex to remove the battery. I guess I can try putting a piece of cloth before the battery to have a better leverage. Just hope serpent will come out with a slightly bigger battery case mould.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by RCmayor
The straps on my site allow for a little taller battery. :-)

With a thinner pack they have to be shimmed down a little to keep the battery from moving up and down. Feel free to order and if they don't work out you can send them back.
Thanks from the fast shipping buddy
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Old 09-24-2012 | 07:14 PM
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Is anyone running the new 2.0 shock upgrade on the E. Wonder how this would perform being the weight and kit is overal different.
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Old 09-24-2012 | 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by pilotwings119
What are some setup tips for adding rear traction on loose tracks?
This will help you.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1.../edit?hl=en_US
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Old 09-24-2012 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by one-nil
RCmayor: Thanks, the straps I can bodge myself, it's really how tight the battery fits that is giving me a headache. i.e. need to remove the case from the chassis to give me enough flex to remove the battery. I guess I can try putting a piece of cloth before the battery to have a better leverage. Just hope serpent will come out with a slightly bigger battery case mould.
A piece of cloth might work but it makes it fit even tighter. With a strap you take the whole door off so it is easier to get your fingers on both sides. Save yourself from a temporary bodge. :-) Ask anyone, these fit perfect and look the best.
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Old 09-26-2012 | 10:33 AM
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Hi guys,
I am looking for buying the Serpent 811E. Since it has two packs configuration, I am wondering whether i need a multi lines (at least 2) charger or not.
I would preferably avoid a charger requiring a power supply.
Any recommendations?
Thanks
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Old 09-26-2012 | 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by alex124
Hi guys,
I am looking for buying the Serpent 811E. Since it has two packs configuration, I am wondering whether i need a multi lines (at least 2) charger or not.
I would preferably avoid a charger requiring a power supply.
Any recommendations?
Thanks
This is what I use

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...onnector_.html

Just make sure to use identical rated batteries when charging together, and using (running in your car) together..


I color code each pair of batteries that I buy, so that I charge them at the same time, and use them at the same time (preferably)..
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Old 09-26-2012 | 11:33 AM
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I use the Hitec X4 AC
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...-6S-6A-50W-x-4
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Old 09-26-2012 | 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by alex124
Hi guys,
I am looking for buying the Serpent 811E. Since it has two packs configuration, I am wondering whether i need a multi lines (at least 2) charger or not.
I would preferably avoid a charger requiring a power supply.
Any recommendations?
Thanks
Amians Protek Dual charger is super good I buy from them casue they back up there products great service Go Amain
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