Proud owner of a ProBoat Shockwave 26 V3 brushless...

[Boat_guy]

I would like to thank everyone who have helped me answer all my questions regarding this boat, especially the ones on prop recommendation and shaft diameter.

Without further adieu, here's the new toy:





Once again, I would like to say thank you to everyone that helped me out!

[Boat_guy]

Since I have a SPC 5000 mAh 2S lipo pack lying around with a deans connector, I decided to change the EC3 connectors on the ESC to a deans connector.

For those who want to know part numbers, this is the one that I bought:





Before, with the EC3 connector:






After, with Deans connector installed:



I'm still waiting for the Marine grease and Octura x640 prop to arrive before trying it out at a nearby lake.

[bigcam406]

congrats.thinking about grabbing one for myself.post some vids when you get it running.

[Boat_guy]

congrats.thinking about grabbing one for myself.post some vids when you get it running.

Thanks man!

I'll definitely post vids once everything is all set up.

[lenny]

I would run 5.5 but that's me.
Make sure you keep a eye on those connector on the motor to esc,
And that deans plug for high temps from the amp draw.

[bigcam406]

just wondering,instead of waiting for your prop and grease,go grab some marine grease from a retailer in your area and throw on the stock prop.that way you can see what it runs like stock.then compare it to when you get the 640.

[Boat_guy]

I would run 5.5 but that's me.
Make sure you keep a eye on those connector on the motor to esc,
And that deans plug for high temps from the amp draw.

I decided to run the Octura x640 since it's dimensions is very close to stock. How's the 5.5 like? Will the boat be faster with it?

I'll definitely keep an eye on the connectors you mentioned.

Thanks!

just wondering,instead of waiting for your prop and grease,go grab some marine grease from a retailer in your area and throw on the stock prop.that way you can see what it runs like stock.then compare it to when you get the 640.

I have decided to run the stock prop since I wanted to do a comparison video between the stock prop and Octura x640.

[bigcam406]

the 5.5 he mentioned are the size of the connectors to use if need be for the motor to the esc.the stock ones will be fine for what you are using your boat for.

[Boat_guy]

the 5.5 he mentioned are the size of the connectors to use if need be for the motor to the esc.the stock ones will be fine for what you are using your boat for.

I just plan to run a 5000 mah 30c 2S lipo, so I'm just sticking with the stock connectors. Btw, I have read somewhere that using larger connectors (from motor to ESC) creates more resistance. Is this true?

[lenny]

For $10.00 try it and see what it does for the setup.
We all know that is the first thing to change on a rtr boat,
The 5.5 bullets just allow more conductivity for the electricity to flow through the setup a lot better.

[lenny]

No.

I just plan to run a 5000 mah 30c 2S lipo, so I'm just sticking with the stock connectors. Btw, I have read somewhere that using larger connectors (from motor to ESC) creates more resistance. Is this true?

[Boat_guy]

For $10.00 try it and see what it does for the setup.
We all know that is the first thing to change on a rtr boat,
The 5.5 bullets just allow more conductivity for the electricity to flow through the setup a lot better.

I'm going to run my boat stock first to see how hot will the esc and motor be after a 10 min run.

I already have some 5.5 connectors lying around, so I might have to install them sometime next week.

No.

I must've read something then got the wrong info or something. Lol! Hahahaha.

[lenny]

Do 2 minutes and check temps and for water in the hull to,
Than if all good try 5 minutes and check again.

[Boat_guy]

Do 2 minutes and check temps and for water in the hull to,
Than if all good try 5 minutes and check again.

Will do man.

Thanks!

[lenny]

With a new boat you always need to check it over real good,
Because you never know what your really getting till you run it and than it is to late.
Better safe than sorry.