motor removal

[Drag Boat Bob]

think i'm going to use the hex couplers on another build
and get the HD set screw couplers from WOHLTS RC BOATS(rcraceboat)
they look bullit proof and easy.

I used Jeff's straight coupler with the larger (double) set screws. They tighten down very well without stripping out. I tossed the Venom ones.

I will finally be able to get into the cabin/lake for testing next week. Here it is mid June and still 2 ft. of snow up there.

New motors and esc's bench test OK, just waiting to get it on water.

I know what you guys mean about the space for motor replacement. I invented several new words after dropping those motor mount screws over and over again trying to get them in.

[scubasteve95]

I used Jeff's straight coupler with the larger (double) set screws. They tighten down very well without stripping out. I tossed the Venom ones.

I will finally be able to get into the cabin/lake for testing next week. Here it is mid June and still 2 ft. of snow up there.

New motors and esc's bench test OK, just waiting to get it on water.

I know what you guys mean about the space for motor replacement. I invented several new words after dropping those motor mount screws over and over again trying to get them in.

dude.....

[Drag Boat Bob]

This works real well once the scews are broke loose for removal. Works excellent on re-install too!

I thought of this idea, but didn't think there was enough room for wrenches to loosen the coupler for shaft removal.

Sure wish they made an open-end ratchet.

Do you have a special wrench set?

[scubasteve95]

I thought of this idea, but didn't think there was enough room for wrenches to loosen the coupler for shaft removal.

Sure wish they made an open-end ratchet.

Do you have a special wrench set?

the biggest problem i have is
holding the nut on the motor shaft...
turning the prop shaft nut isn't that bad,
you will have to find a wrench that fits and mod it.
mine uses a 9mm.
new build has counter sunk screws...no need for wrench mod
i'll need more couplers anyway

[VIKOS]

So I ordered 2 sets of dogs, 2 sets of prop screws, 2 sets of sr
stock 36mm props, a set of aluminum props for when I'm racing. 2 sets of shaft spacers, along with my spare set of flex shafts plus what's in the boat. Lol I think I'm ready for the worst. Except motors. Once motors die then I'll order new ones and so forth. Waiting on all that now. Hope it gets here by end of the week. Also installed tiny lock washers on the motor mount screws to keep them away from the coil.

[forescott]

Also installed tiny lock washers on the motor mount screws to keep them away from the coil.

Good idea!!

[VIKOS]

my question are they the right ones.. I see your boat with them,but I also see guys using top mount screws on the stock motor mounts..how does that work to keep the motor in place..cause its not a two piece motor mount.

[forescott]

my question are they the right ones.. I see your boat with them,but I also see guys using top mount screws on the stock motor mounts..how does that work to keep the motor in place..cause its not a two piece motor mount.

Those are'nt motor mount screws. The threaded holes in the top of your motor mounts are for water fittings to screw into. The stock ekos motor mounts are water cooled mounts, but are'nt used. Take a look.

[VIKOS]

I see nice might have use the rudder holing hole into a T to both mounts and try this..so theres actually a water jacket in there..wow news to me lol after I get her up and running i'm going to d othis mod for extra cooling of probably my 10xl's once isntalled. Nice I like alot.

[forescott]

Dont feel bad. It took me months before I realized what those holes were for. You'd think Venom would utilize them. Or put something in the manual about em.

[Team Jericho]

Hey VIKOS! Good one! I had no idea those holes were for water cooling! Now I can further extend me ghetto/ballon animlar cooling system to accomodate water cooled engine mounts :)

[VIKOS]

Haha see oyu never know if you don't ask. Which makes sense since it acts like a heat sink. The rudder really can be used for extra safe cooling even if for some reason the cooling fails on the motors themselfs. Wonder if there's any other hidden stuff in this boat. Maybe an extra motor upfront or esc lol.

[LarrysDrifter]

This works real well once the scews are broke loose for removal. Works excellent on re-install too!

I see your recomendation,but is that a water cooled mount?I see a nipple there.If so, where did you get them?

[LarrysDrifter]

Dont feel bad. It took me months before I realized what those holes were for. You'd think Venom would utilize them. Or put something in the manual about em.

Nevermind.I just blew the dust off my EKOS and looked inside.Didnt remember the holes being there.Sweet.

[forescott]

I see your recomendation,but is that a water cooled mount?I see a nipple there.If so, where did you get them?

They are factory mounts.