Serpent Spyder SR X2 MID User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
& REFERENCE GUIDE

Welcome to Serpent
You are now part of the worldwide network
of Serpent drivers, which gives you superior
technical support and access to many
benefits that only Serpent drivers can
enjoy.
The Serpent Spyder offers state of the art
specifications and leads the way in 1/10
buggy design, using all the knowledge we
have gathered since 1980. Continuously
pushing the performance envelope,
Serpent’s engineers have added many new
and innovative features that can help take
your Serpent Spyder into the winner’s
circle.
INSTRUCTIONS
Serpent’s long tradition of excellence
extends to their instruction manuals, and
this instruction manual is no exception. The
easy-to-follow layout is richly illustrated
with 3D-rendered full-color images to make
your building experience quick and easy.
A default set-up sheet is added to have a
good base set-up. Following the instructions
will result in a well-built, high-performance
racecar that will soon be able to unleash its
full potential at the racetrack.
This instruction manual has been divided
into sections that will logically lead you
through the assembly process of your
Serpent Spyder. Follow the assembly steps
in the order presented to ensure that no
problems occur during assembly. Each
step indicates all the fasteners and small
parts used. Bag numbers identify the kit
bag(s) that contains the appropriate parts.
EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST
The exploded views and parts lists for the
Serpent Spyder are included in the back of
this manual. The exploded views show all
the parts of a particular assembly step
along with the Serpent part number. The
parts lists indicate the part number and
name of each part for easy reference when
ordering.
Below you will find some information on
safety; read those well before using the car.
Also some info on how to use the manual
best.
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Enjoy racing !
Team Serpent
CONTENTS
FRONT ASSEMBLY 4
REAR ASSEMBLY 9
BALL DIFF ASSEMBLY 10
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 11
SHOCKS ASSEMBLY 14
FINAL ASSEMBLY 17
REFERENCE GUIDE 18
PARTS LISTS 26
SAFETY
Read and take note of the ‘Read this First
section’ before proceeding to assemble
the car-kit. This car-kit is intended for
persons aged 16 or older.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Serpent has made a strong effort to make
this manual as complete and clear as
possible.
Additional info may be published in our
website: www.serpent.com or you may
ask your dealer or the Serpent distributor
for advice, or email Serpent direct: info@
serpent.com
The Serpent Facebook, Twitter and
Youtube pages give additional means of
support and communications.
INSTRUCTIONS, HOW TO USE
The kit includes bags, with bagnumbers,
which refer to the same step in the
manual. Open only the indicated bag(s)
per step and finish that part of the
assembly.
Remaining parts will be needed lateron in
the assembly process.
SETUP
In many assembly steps you mount specific
parts that suit the default set-up. We advice to
keep the seperate default set-up sheet alongside
the manual, during all assembly.
Other finetuning of the set-up, must be done at
the track.

Read this rst!
- This is a highly technical hobby product, intended to be used
in a safe racing environment. This car is capable of speeds
in excess of 80 km/h or 50mph. Please follow these guidelines
when building and operating this model.
- Parental guidance is required when the builder/user of this car
is under 16.
- Follow the building instructions. If in doubt, contact your dealer
or importer.
- Be sure to use the proper tools when assembling the car.
Always exercise caution when using electric tools, knives
and other sharp objects.
- Be careful when using liquids like lubrication oil, fuel or glue.
Do not swallow.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instruction in case you experience
irritation after using the product.
- Be careful when operating the car. Stay away from any rotating
parts such as wheels, gears and transmission. Stay
away from motor, engine and exhaust pipe system or speedo
during and immediately after use, as these parts may be very
hot. We advise to use protective hand cloves.
- Only operate this car in a safe environment, like a
special racing track or a closed parking lot. Avoid using
this car on public roads, crowded places or near infants.
- Before operating this car, always check the mechanical
status of the car. Also check that the transmitter and
receiver frequencies correspond and are not used by
any other racer at the same time.
Check that the batteries of the transmitter and receiver
are fully charged.
- After use, always check all the mechanics of the car.
We advise to clean the car immediately after use, and
inspect the parts for wear or fractures. Replace when
necessary. Do not use water, methanol, thinner or other
solvents to clean the car.
- Empty the fuel tank (depending on model) if needed and
disconnect the receiver battery.
- Store the car in a dry and heated place to avoid corro-
sion
of metal parts.
- Avoid using this car in wet conditions as the water will
cause corrosion on the metal parts and bearings and
these parts will cease to function properly.
If driven in the wet, ensure that all the electric equipment
is waterproofed and after use, that all moving parts are
dried immediately.
Length after assembly
Each step contains a variety of numbers, lines, and symbols. The numbers represent the
order in which the parts should be assembled. The lines and symbols are described below.
Assembly path of one item into another
Group of items (within lines) should be assembled
first
Direction the item should be moved
Glue one item to another
Press/Insert one item into another
Connect one item to another
Gap between two items
Step number; the order in which you should
assemble the indicated parts
USING THE MANUAL
1
Apply silicone grease (Orange),
Apply graphite grease (Grey),
Apply threadlock (Blue),
Apply silicone oil,

Page
4
STEP
1
FRONT ASSEMBLY
4.7- 5.2 mm
STEP
2
STEP
3
2.1 2.2
M3x12
M3x12
4x8x3
4x8x3
Nylock nut M3
Nylock nut M3
4x8x3
4x8x3
M3x12
3x6x0.5
3x6x0.5
3x6x0.5
2
1
2
1
Bag
1
15.25 mm
15.25 mm
NOTE:
Make sure to
assemble the
ballstud through
the conical shim
in the direcction
indicated by the
red arrow.

Page
5
STEP
4
STEP
5
M3x10
M3x8
M3x12
5.1
M3x10
3.2x7x0.5
Use the following servo
horns with this brand of
servos:
23 Sanwa / KO / JR
24 Hitec
25 Futaba / Hitec / Savox
M3x8
1
2
1
2
NOT
INCLUDED
Servo
Manufacturer
Spacer
Airtronics 1+3+4
Futaba 3+4
Hitec 2
JR 2
KO Propo 1+2
Spektrum 1+2+3
5.2
1mm 1.25mm 1.5mm 1.75mm
NOTE:
Make sure to put servo in
neutral before mounting
the steeringlever

Page
6
STEP
6
M3x18
M3x10
M3x4
5x10x4 5x10x4
M3x12
M3x12
0.75
STEP
7
STEP
8
NOTE
Place the caster shims and the
bushings in the steering block first.
Then slide the assembly onto the
casterblock
1
2
1
2
Steeringblock
assembly detail
view
1
2
0.75
7.1 7.2
M2.3x4
1
2
3
NOTE
There are three types of steering arms.
Please, assemble number 2 as default
LESS
ACKERMAN
MORE
ACKERMAN
3x24
Bag
2

Page
7
M3x14
M3x3
STEP
9
STEP
10
STEP
11
1
2
11.1
11.2
27.3 mm
1
23
4
3x6x1
17.25 mm
12.8 mm
17.25 mm
12.8 mm
3x33
NOTE:
Make sure to assemble the ballstud
through the conical shim in the
direcction indicated by the red arrow.

Page
8
12.1
12.2
STEP
12
STEP
13
31.4mm
12
34
M3x10
M3x10
M3x20
M3x20
Front Shocks position detail view
15.25 mm
12.8 mm
3x6x1
12.8 mm
15.25 mm
NOTE:
Make sure to assemble the ballstud
through the conical shim in the
direcction indicated by the red
arrow.

Page
9
STEP
14
STEP
15
STEP
16
Rear LEFT upright and insert
assembly detail view
2x10
2x10
5x13x4
10x15x4
1
3
2
4
5
67
8
M2x6
M2.3x4
1
2
3
6
4
5
ASSEMBLY CORRECT ORDER:
1) Introduce the pin in the
wishbone
2) Place the rear insert in the
rear part of the toe block
3) Place the wishbone and pin
in the rear toe block
4) Place the inserts in the front
toe block
5) Assemble the front toe
block.
6) Assemble rear bumper.
REAR ASSEMBLY
M3x10
M3x6
M2.3x4
M2.3x4
Rear Inserts detail view
Bag
3
Front Inserts detail view (use
number 2also in the front block)
3x33
5x8x0.3
8

Page
10
BALL DIFF ASSEMBLY
1
2
1
2
3
1
2
5x8x2.5
5x8x2.5
STEP
17
STEP
18
STEP
19
STEP
20
NOTE:
8 balls
Bag
4
M3x14
M3x14
M3x12
M3x12

Page
11
STEP
23
NOTE:
Lubricate o-ring with grease
HOW TO ADJUST THE DIFF
As default setting screw all
the way in, and back out
¼ turn.
Make small adjustments
depending on the track
condition.
STEP
21
STEP
22
5x10x4
M3x12
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
5x10x4
10x15x4
10x15x4
5x10x4
M3x30
M3x30
M2.5x12
122
1
22.1 22.2
22.3
Nylock nut M3
3x7x0.5
1.5x8
1
2
3
4
1.5 - 2 mm
INITIAL SETTING OF THE SLIPPER
NOTE:
The diff screw has
to be oriented to the
right side of the car.
DIFF HEIGHT SETTING:
Change the indicated inserts to move
the diff up or down. Adapt the diff and
idler insert accordingly.
Default position mid diff.
Bag
5
Bag
6

Page
12
27.9 mm
STEP
25
STEP
24
STEP
26
Bag
7
M3x14
M3x14
1
2
3
M2.5x6
M3x8
3.2x7x0.5
Pinion is NOT
INCLUDED in the
kit. See Serpent
pinion list in the ref-
guide.
NOT
INCLUDED

Page
13
1
2
STEP
27
STEP
28
STEP
30
STEP
29
17.25 mm
15.25 mm
3x6x1
15.25 mm
17.25 mm
M3x25
M3x10
M3x25
M3x14
M3x10
NOTE:
Make sure to assemble
the ballstud through
the conical shim in the
direcction indicated by
the red arrow.
M3x22
M3x14

Page
14
STEP
31
SHOCK ABSORBERS ASSEMBLY
31.1 31.2
Note orientation
of the shock
cartridge
Use some silicone
oil during
assembly
Insert the
o-ring
inside the
nut
1
2
31.3
31.5
Fill the shockbody
with silicone oil fully.
Move the shockrod up
and down slowly to let
airbubles escape
0.75 mm
1.25 mm
Use some
silicone
oil during
assembly
31.4
31.6
Apply the gasket and cap
and close fully.
Bleed: push the shockrod
all the way in slowly, to
allow excessive oil to
escape.
Bag
8
REAR
SHOCKS
Bag
9
FRONT
SHOCKS
Nut M2
REAR SHOCKS
0.75 mm
1.25 mm
Use some
silicone
oil during
assembly
31.4 FRONT SHOCKS
28.5mm 20.5mm
1
2

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15
STEP
32
M3x16 Flanged
M3 Plastic Nut Flanged
M3x20
M3 Plastic Nut Flanged
NOTE:
Do not overtighten and
smash bushing with the
nut and note orientation
of the lower shock pivot
ball
NOTE:
Do not overtight-
en and smash
bushing with the
nut and note ori-
entation of the
lower shock pivot
ball
1
2
1
2
FRONT
SHOCKS
HIGH
LOW
31.8
Assemble the spring
and spring-cup (align
correctly) to complete
the shock.
REAR
SHOCKS
31.7
M2.3x4
With shockrod fully
in, mount the o-ring
and screw.
STEP
33

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16
STEP
34
STEP
35
STEP
36A
ELECTRONICS ASSEMBLY
NOT INCLUDED
Tip: Use double sided
tape to mount the ESC
and RX to the chassis.
Bag
10
NOT
INCLUDED
M3x10
NOTE:
Only assemble this
parts if you are going
to use shorty lipos.
Default Battery Configuration:
SADDLE LIPOS
34.1 34.2
1
2
M3x16

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17
STEP
36B
STEP
37
STEP
38
M3x12
M3x3
Nut M4 anged
NOTE:
- Rims included
in the kit
- Rubber tyres
not included in
the kit
- Be sure to
glue your rubber
tyres to the
wheels using
Cyanoacrylate
glue.
1
2
1
2
NOTE:
Two sets of wing angle platforms
available in the kit, 2 and 4
degrees. Please match them
and assemble them in the same
orientation.
Wing platforms
(2degrees) default
orientation detail view.
FINAL ASSEMBLY
BODYSHELL:
1) Apply the masking sheet provided
and paint the body on the inside.
2) Cut the body along the provided
cuttinglines on the body for a perfect
t. Same for the body mounting
holes.
3) Remove the body protection lm
on the outside of the body.
4) Apply the provided Serpent and
Spyder decals, and mount the body
on the bodyposts, with the provided
bodyclips.
Optional Battery Configuration:
SHORTY LIPO
NOT INCLUDED

Page
18
REF GUIDE:
EXPLODED VIEWS and
PARTS-LIST
Contents
FRONT ASSEMBLY I 19
FRONT ASSEMBLY II 20
BALL DIFF ASSEMBLY 21
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 22
REAR ASSEMBLY 23
SHOCKS ASSEMBLY 24
FINAL ASSEMBLY 25
PARTS-LIST 26

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19
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20
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