AirBoat build

[calcagno45]

So is the 5" a good choice would the dual 3.5" be better suited?

[j.m.]

My vote is for two 5's.

Now.

[calcagno45]

Lets see some video chop!

[Chop]

Still need to do some body work. I test painted the hatch and rudders and am pleased with the results (2 primer coats, 2 base coats of dark blue, and 2 coats of metallic blue) and . Unfortunately, I did not seal the wood before priming it - is there a problem with that? It is just a fun, play boat so it isn't supposed to be a show stopper.

I took it out for a "test drive" a few days ago and it works great! But I don't think I want to use the Mystery ESC (Pentium 100A). I puffed a cheap 3S lipo when the battery ran down and I would like it to have reverse. I also want to run it with a 4S lipo.

Any suggestions?

Video will be forthcoming after bodywork is complete.

[j.m.]

Yeah, use a car esc. Disable the brakes and your game!

http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=8993&Product_Name=Hobby_King__Brushless_Car_ESC_100A_w/_Reverse_%28Upgrade_version%29

Jon

[yurkanip]

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[j.m.]

$59= brand new 100a speedo w/ programming card

$63=supposedly new 80A esc

[yurkanip]

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[yurkanip]

Chop. Hope your build continues to workout. If you are interested in the esc I offered, feel free to contact me. I am always looking to help fellow boaters.

[Chop]

yurkanip, I truly appreciate your offer, but I am more comfortable with the higher amperage ESC.

Thank you for offering.

[j.m.]

I don't know if you want to go higher than 100a, but there's always this:

http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=10370&Product_Name=Hobby_King_150A_High_performance_Brushless_Car_ESC

It's a big'n.

[yurkanip]

chop...no problem..if you don't end up finding one, feel free to contact me. it will be here. I really doubt you will need anything over even 80a, considering it is an airboat. not nearly the drag that a prop drive hull produces in drawing amps.

[Chop]

chop...no problem..if you don't end up finding one, feel free to contact me. it will be here.

I will defiantly keep that in mind.

I really doubt you will need anything over even 80a, considering it is an airboat. not nearly the drag that a prop drive hull produces in drawing amps.

Remember, I will usually be running on snow and ice.

[Chop]

Video

A quick, short video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbGFUkSqCL0

[j.m.]

AAAAAAUUUUUUUUUUUUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH !!!!!!!!!!

(Tim Taylor grunt)

Lots of power there!! Did really well in the snow!