Mean machines cheap

[ice329]

Well she is done. I moved the ESC back.

Here is a few vid running two 8.4v NiMh EP4500 packs, the SV power plant, a FM Tactic radio(no extra BEC), and a X642. I like it...

http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/ice0329/?action=view&current=MVI_2363.flv

http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/ice0329/?action=view&current=MVI_2364.flv

http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/ice0329/?action=view&current=MVI_2365.flv

Here she is, same set up except two 5350 7.4 PolyRC Lipo's Very agile / quick I like it this way to....

http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/ice0329/?action=view&current=MVI_2366.flv

http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/ice0329/?action=view&current=MVI_2367.flv

[calcagno45]

Oh I am very happy today. I received my MM. They sent it to Greece for 40$ shipping. Thanks guys for all your information for building this hull and helping find it at low price. I will use:

NEU 1512 2D (2600 kv)
3s or 4s (5000 mah, 20-30C)
Himodel 200A ESC
range of props 40-45? and maybe the V937/3
0.187 flex
speedmaster 21 strut & rudder

I dont know if I would use the 1512 2d. A 1512 2.5D(2050kv) would be a better choice, or the 1515 1Y also. These 2 choices should do great on a 4s setup. I would also look at the y537/3 prop also.

[Darin Jordan]

I dont know if I would use the 1512 2d. A 1512 2.5D(2050kv) would be a better choice, or the 1515 1Y also. These 2 choices should do great on a 4s setup. I would also look at the y537/3 prop also.

I would absolutely go with the 1515 1Y... it's a perfect motor for 4S2P, and with the newer cells, would likely work for a sprint setup on 4S1P... Very efficient motor and quite powerful...

[Fluid]

Darin, the 1515/1Y is a great racing motor, but for fast sport running it may be a bit too much for most guys. The 1515/2.5D or 1515/1.5Y would be better for those who want more than two minutes of run time, or who want to spin a prop big enough for a heavier or larger boat. IMO the 1515 series is a better size for 4S than the 1512 unless a gear box is used.


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[russ722]

hey can u guys give me the measuements or where about i should mount the nitro motor ? i got mine off ebay that was in the process of being converted to electric. thanks.

[russ722]

hey can u guys give me the measuements or where about i should mount the nitro motor ? i got mine off ebay that was in the process of being converted to electric. thanks.

[ice329]

Russ, I have the nitro mount. I cut the front off it but if you want it, its free for the shipping.

If you have there mount, it looks to be about 6 inches to the back side of the mount to the back of the boat, or 7 1/2 inches to the centerish of the motor mounts. This is how it looks to be stock from Aeromarine.

[russ722]

well i bought a used mean machine off ebay and the guy that had it before me added stringers and was going brushless, but my mount is short to reach the stringers.. could you send me a pic and the measurements of the width? guss722@yahoo.com thanks.

[russ722]

what hardware are you guys going to use on yours ? any links if possible. thanks alot

[sewerpit]

started my mm build with some gutting and reinforcement, will be using aeromarine hardware and hydra 120esc

[ice329]

Changed a few things, she really runs very nice now. I am 100% satisfied. She lives right there on the coffee table.












Well she is done. I moved the the ESC. I am happy with it AS IS. Batteries sit right on the side and can be mover up or back but back is where I run them.


Here is a few vids running two 8.4v NiMh EP4500 packs, or Lipo's with the SV power plant, a FM Tactic radio(no extra BEC), and a X642. I like it...

http://www.offshoreelectrics.com/for...5&postcount=61

[ice329]

Ran a X442 on the MM with the SV power plant with both 7cells and Lipo packs. Its OK, its a little easier on the batteries but seems a little slow. The X642 so far seems best for this set up, I will try a few more props one of these days.

[DISAR]

Here is a different setup that I tried successfully, speed over 45mph but I don't know exactly. (I stopped measuring speed which also stops me from buying motors & bats). With the m440 everything was cool so I started going up and ended with the x645 detongued. Best speed and everything slightly warm, run time min. 4mins

NEU 1512 2D
ETTI 150A
3s2p
x645 detongued
Hughey 0.187 flex
speedmaster strut
top secret rc rudder

Thanks Eodman for this thread helping in building this beautiful boat at super price

[Brushless55]

Ran a X442 on the MM with the SV power plant with both 7cells and Lipo packs. Its OK, its a little easier on the batteries but seems a little slow. The X642 so far seems best for this set up, I will try a few more props one of these days.

Have you checked your temps with this setup?