RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Ok well I officially need to get rid of this boat.I have it listed in the market place.Willing to take 225 picked up in northern nj thats my absolute lowest the boat is worth more than that just in parts.But I need it gone.Thank guys.
Posted on: 7/31/2012 6:16 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
I have talked to fedex they said they sent out a payment via mail.So we will see when I get it.I dont know the exact amount but im hoping it at least enough to cover the damage on the boat so it could be fixed properly.Tidnab.I have the same exact mounts and all.Perhaps i can get a t bar made that will fit.The original gas tank is damaged as is and chances are i will get a ivy bag.or have another tank made and mouted differently to give me some more room.As far as the tbars on ebay i've read that alot of the oiler ones can be modified and have a grease fitting installed instead of the cylinder with the oil in it.Well see.I will measure today and see if i can get one made possibly.Or see if there is a off shelf unit i can use to adapt.
Posted on: 7/21/2012 6:45 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Im assuming to use the grease fitting i need to drill a hole in the brass tube??Also whats the standard for engine rails in gas boats is it 5 or 6 inches??or more??Trying to find a T-bar with a grease fitting.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 9:43 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
That Looks pretty good Id like to score a T-bar with a grease fitting that would be great.Other wise I gotta see how im gonna attach this brass tube.Also where can I the rubber boot??
Posted on: 7/19/2012 6:39 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
So I have the brass tube bent into shape roughly however there is still some room for the flex cable to move around inside the tube.Ive heard of people putting 2 smaller diameter brass tubes inside one another to create a make shift bearing and retain grease.Should I consider this??Or leave it as is??
Posted on: 7/19/2012 4:30 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: How do you haul your boat?
many of us make our own stands and some people attach handles or rops to the stand to make handles and carry the boats.Ideally i was thinking about using a cart of sorts with the stand made out of some pvc tubing to make things easier.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 3:48 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Blackjack 55 how to lock the crank??
Well much to my surprise the bolt that holds that regular piece seems to have backed out a little bit but not enough to turn it free im assuming the is some thread lock on that bolt.So I have the clutch shoes off however that rectangular piece is just loose there I thought there was a keyway there maybe im wrong but that would seem like a logical choice.Anyways I have a feeling im going to have to put some rope inside the cylinder or remove the pull starter to lock this motor so I can removed that bolt.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 1:35 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
So I got my K&S brass tubing today.I was thinking about selling this thing as I found a 62 inch apache for sale ready to run however it turned out it was 2 good to be true.It had new paint on the exterior of the hull and the interior was less than clean and had overspray all over the place.I was less than impressed.So I took the listing down to sell this hull and got started on fixing the stuffing tube.Not much progress but its something.I ended up cutting the existing stuffing tube at a angle right after it comes out of the bottom of the hull and inserted the brass tube that will be the fix for my stuffing tube issue.I will probably mount the rear strut bracket that holds the flex shaft and the rudder and install the flex shaft so I can bend the brass tube to the angle I need.All in all I like the way the brass looks coming out of the bottom of the hull give it a nice updated modern looks compared to the steel stuffing tube that originally looked just dull and old. Oh yeah I will be fixing the cracks near the stuffing tube on the bottom of the hull and will probably put in some reinforcement on the inside of the hull.Still looking for a T-bar anyone know a off the shelf unit that will work for this??Or should I try to epoxy the brass shaft into the old stuffing tube?? [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120718-00209.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120718-00208.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120718-00207.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 7/18/2012 8:43 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Metal Lathe for RC hobby use??
Yes exactly I have taken a look at MGB what size lathe/mill would you guys suggest as far as size goes to make some hardware and modify the engines some what.I need someting for this hobby nothing crazy big just what i need it for.
Posted on: 7/16/2012 7:31 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Blackjack 55 how to lock the crank??
Ok will do I wish the manual had more on this however all proboat are rather vague and cover very minimal regarding servicing the engine and clutch.Thanks for your help.I am actually ditching the clutch because its nothing but a hassle and the stock one is burnt after 1 day of running on the water i will post some pics later.
Posted on: 7/16/2012 7:29 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Anyone know where I can pick up a T Bar??
Posted on: 7/16/2012 3:54 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Blackjack 55 how to lock the crank??
I dont believe the shoes are held on with screws g26 engines are different from g27 and bigger engine.I believe the G27 has the clutch shoes on screws.But I will take another look.
Posted on: 7/16/2012 1:49 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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Metal Lathe for RC hobby use??
So This is a odd ball question however I have been giving this some thought last couple of days.Im sure some of you might modify zenoah engine yourselves or make your own rudders and hardware.I am also looking into this.I was wondering what would you guys suggest as far as lathe/mill combos that would be best suited for making such parts and modifying engines.I was looking at a shop fox m1015 and a m1016.However I dont have any experience with these machines and i am looking to learn.You input would be appreciated.
Posted on: 7/15/2012 5:01 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Blackjack 55 how to lock the crank??
Yeah that what I figured.Very few are listed that they work on a G26PUM,but i am assuming all the G26 are the came and this tool should work.HPI uses a zenoah engine in their baja 5b Their tool is made out of brass I might just pick that one up due ot the fact that brass is a softer metal and wount damage the piston
Posted on: 7/15/2012 10:54 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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Blackjack 55 how to lock the crank??
So my brother picked up a blackjack 55 the clutch is toast as usual.So getting rid of the clutch.Trying to do everythign without having to remove the motor.I have the clutch bell off problem is I dont know if the allen that holds the clutch shoes on is reverse thread or not??anyone know??Also how can i lock the crank on the engine so i can remove the clutch shoes and the rest of the components.Tips tricks appreciated the Blackjack manual does not have or give info regarding clutch replacement or servicing.thanks guys.
Posted on: 7/15/2012 9:09 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
pretty sweet T bar is that custom or where can i order one??
Posted on: 7/15/2012 7:06 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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Custom Fuel Tanks???
Could Of sworn I saw a thread in here that someone was making custom fuel tanks.However i cant find the thread any one have any ideas???The tank in my boat has 2 broken tabs and i no longer made.I was hoping to have a custom tank made to fix this issue.Anyone??
Posted on: 7/14/2012 3:05 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Thanks for the tip.As far as attaching the brass to the existing stuffing tube??Epoxy the outside of the brass tube and slide it into the stuffing box??Also It seems as if the battery pack or power supply for the receiver and servos is missing anyone know what I can use??I would prefer something rechargable the rceiver i have is a JR racing r135 with jr servos.
Posted on: 7/14/2012 2:25 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Ok guys so i decided for the time being i will take the advice and run the 5/16 brass tube to fix the stuffing tube.Any idea what would work best to bend this tube without folding or crushing the wall??Would a brake line bending tool work???
Posted on: 7/13/2012 1:15 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Unknown Water pump
looks like a proboat unit judging by the picture.Heres link i found. www.hobbywarehouse.com/Water-Pump-and-Bracket
Posted on: 7/13/2012 10:15 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Gas Jet Boaters
I see anything bigger??Or is that As big as they come?I saw this link on youtube looks bad ass bigger than 34" i think.You be the judge. www.youtube.com/watch
Posted on: 7/13/2012 9:14 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Gas Jet Boaters
anyone know where i can pick up a Davette jetsprint hull and whats the length of the hull??
Posted on: 7/11/2012 6:21 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
I hear ya.However I am concerned with loosing some acceleration and steering when going to surface drive.So I havent decided yet on what I will do. [quote]ORIGINAL: danielplace You don't need the teflon. Use 5/16" brass and it does really need to be changed to surface drive. Those things had some serious bowsteer with that drive under the hull. That is why they all were changed to a surface drive about 5 years ago. Cut that whole mess off the bottom and patch it up with fiberglass. Mount the drive with the centerline 9/16" up from bottom and the stuffing tube right out the transom and knock all the bearings out of the strut and run the tube right through it. Get a welded stub cable and a round collet for the engine and you will have a decent driveline and a drivable boat. [/quote]
Posted on: 7/8/2012 6:51 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
There was some pieces of gelcoat and fiber glass in the box.I filed a claim with fedex.This thing should have gone out insured because of this very reason and scenario.The seller told me he wouldnt ship it any other way.If fedex tells me it wasnt shipped insured and tells me the actual price of the shipping.I will go from there and see what happens.Anyone have pictures of the updated surface drive shockwave??
Posted on: 7/8/2012 6:29 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
any tips would help at this point.
Posted on: 7/5/2012 6:05 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Attached pictures you can clearly see the damage to the hull and how badly bent is the drive shaft tube.I filed a claim with fedex.This thing was supposed to be sent insured.However the tracking number i recieved in a picture of the receipt the total for shipping was cut off. But the first number looks like a 7 more like 70.00 but the seller told me it would be 120.00 to ship. and the subtotal also cut off looks like 77.00 which makes sense because california tax is 10% so I dont know if it was sent insured or not.if fedex tells me i dont have a case cause it wasnt insured then ill have to file a claim through paypal to get my money back.It looks like i got jipped on the shipping as it is.But I will keep you guys updated once I know this for a fact but thats what its looking like.Well see. [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120701-00166.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120701-00165.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120701-00164.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120701-00163.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/NextMasta/IMG-20120701-00162.jpg[/IMG] What do you mean by surface drive??Sorry im new to rc gas boats.I am not sure if that would work because the transom has some holes drilled for the hardware but i guess i could always move everything up.However if i could keep this the way it is it would be great.Would the fact that i eliminated the teflon liner affect performance of cause more wear and heat on the drive shaft??Of course i would have to lube the drive shaft inside the now smaller tube i under stand that.Just wonderingf if the teflon liner is critical.Also the new tube could it be made out of brass or some other metal??
Posted on: 7/1/2012 8:40 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
any way to fix the drive shaft tube without botching up the hull and replacing it??I was thinking to stuff something rigid into th tube and try bend on other end till its right but i am not sure.Any ideas??
Posted on: 7/1/2012 6:34 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Well i got some pictures however i discovered a new problem.When trying to fit the rudder on and rear hardware found out the driveshaft tube got bent in shipping by alot about 1/2 inch.Now i dont know how i will straight it.This thing was shipped insured so im gonna have to file a claim with the shipping company for damages.
Posted on: 7/1/2012 6:05 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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Shockwave 55 gel coat and repaint??
Hey guys so I picked up a shockwave 55inch rc gas boat couple days ago.The bow of the boat got damage during shipping and there is some other areas as well that need attention.I am wondering is the bow can be fixed with bondo or should it be glassed??as well as some other areas??Also since the gel coat has some chips in nicks in it and im not crazy about the yellow paint.Would it be safe to fix the issue with bondo and sand the gel coat and paitn over with some automotive paint??My friend is a body guy he would be doing the work.Just wondering if this would work and is a good route to go.Also I need to put some foam in this boat as there is none.Can I use the foam in a can to fill the cavity within this boat??other tips or trick would be greatly appreciated.I will post some pics later.Thanks guys.
Posted on: 7/1/2012 7:37 AM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Shockwave 55 boat??
thanks for the link alot of great information on there!!
Posted on: 6/18/2012 5:45 PM by Author "EuroXS4" in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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