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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Hello Craig, Rick and I would like to have a test at the Pond on Sunday if it's OK. We should be there by 10:30AM and be done by 2 or 2:30 PM. Let me know===Thanks, Dick T.
Posted on: 7/20/2012 4:42 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
[quote]ORIGINAL: Blackout [quote]ORIGINAL: Proboat 772 Re: Wednesday at the Pond We had a great test session at the Pond. I ran my new 28.5 Zen in my Thunderboat. What a great improvement from the stock 26. Biggest difference is the torque - does not drop off in the turns. It would be neat if we could develop a class for Thunderboat with this engine. It's a staight drop in for the Zen 26
Posted on: 7/12/2012 11:26 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Re: Wednesday at the Pond We had a great test session at the Pond. I ran my new 28.5 Zen in my Thunderboat. What a great improvement from the stock 26. Biggest difference is the torque - does not drop off in the turns. It would be neat if we could develop a class for Thunderboat with this engine. It's a staight drop in for the Zen 26 Here is a short Video that Rick shot. http://youtu.be/sjPvxEzHCDw Dict T.
Posted on: 7/12/2012 7:13 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Craig, Rick and I would like to test this Wednesday - should be there by 10:30AM and leave arround 2:30PM. Hope this is OK Thanks, Dick
Posted on: 7/10/2012 7:53 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Craig, I'll talk to Rick and get back to you tomorrow Thanks, Dick
Posted on: 7/9/2012 8:10 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Sounds like everyone had a great time at the London Race - congratulations to Bob on his 2nd place trophy.. Graig, Is the pond available Wednesday or Friday this week? Rick and I would like to do some testing. Anyone else up for some testing?? Thanks, Dick Thompson
Posted on: 7/9/2012 4:32 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Re: Elmira Race Rick and I ran well in Thunderboat, but Ricks Whip needs to have some testing to resolve some ride attitude and engine issues. We'll probably look to get to the pond next week. I've got a new 28.5 Zen that I'm going to test in my Thunderboat - should be interesting!! Dick
Posted on: 7/3/2012 6:37 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Craig, Do you have an account in the name of Stoney Pond Model Boat Club? Or should donation check be made out to you. Thanks, Dick
Posted on: 6/28/2012 4:28 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Craig, I'm going to miss the August Race in Elmira, so Rick and I will donate what we would have spent on that weekend to the fund. I'll give you a check at this weekends Elmira Race. Dick Thompson
Posted on: 6/28/2012 10:30 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Central NEW YORK boaters
Craig, Rick and I would like to test tomorrow at the pond if thats ok. I'll take care of membership dues with you then.. Thanks, Dick Thompson
Posted on: 6/16/2012 5:53 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: thumb screw radio box
[quote]ORIGINAL: benckie Hi guys Ive been looking for a good radio box with thumb screws on the lid for sealing it but i have not found any im looking for one very close to 6'' long x 4.8'' wide x 2.8'' high (150mm long x 120mm wide x 70mm high) Thanks Shane [/quote] BJ55 Proboat. Lid listed separately http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=PRB2664
Posted on: 12/13/2009 7:56 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
Great idea on using the tube spacers. I made up new mounts, but this is a much easier approach. Dick T. [quote]ORIGINAL: d-lo well, i got the motor mounted, and all set up for permanent placement....... once i got to looking at the mounts, i thought, "why not mount it a half inch forward?" this can be done very simply with a spacer between the mounts themselves, and the motor for the rear ones, and between the mount and the motor plate for the forward one. i made the 1/2" spacers out of 5/16"s stainless tubing, and longer 5mm allen bolts. it puts the motor as far forward as i can safely get it, with still having access to the motor mount nuts, and keeping the carb off the 'cheek' of the canopy. i have maybe .200's clearance all said and done with the canopy, but the needles just kiss it. oh, and now the scoop is opened up as well............ i also whipped up a 'bullet' for the new strut tube to strut section, and replaced all the motor hardware with stainless cap screws...... more to come!!!! davey [/quote]
Posted on: 4/17/2009 1:44 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jamming Just got my miss Llumar apart and starting mods, I will post some pics when i get a chance. Finished my turn fin last night, made it from the sheet someone posted here from speedmaster. Going clutchless and water pump-less. Bought a speedmaster dual pick-up rudder and a warehouse hobbies tuned pipe. Tony is building some new heat treated pipes for his new hydro, So i bought the system, Looks to be very high quality indeed. Then later after i get it set-up right i will buy tonys mod-5 kit and a walbro 257. Should see high 50's. Great looking boat and the quality is not as bad as exspected from reading forums. Has anyone needed to glass the engine rails for extra support ? [/quote] Has anyone needed to glass the engine rails for extra support ? Highly recommend some glass cloth at top and bottom engine rails to hull joints. Vibration will eventionally cause the origional bond to fail. Dick T.
Posted on: 3/1/2009 7:53 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Llumar 1/8th again !
[quote]ORIGINAL: lomcevac540T Looks good Proboat, I was having trouble with my turnfin. I made one and it isn't strong enough. The fin would flex on me and make the boat act stupid in a turn. It was made from 1/16" thick T6-6061 aluminum. First off, I had a 10-32 nylon bolt as my shear bolt for my break away design and it broke the head off the bolt just from the force of trying to turn
Posted on: 2/3/2009 1:11 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Llumar 1/8th again !
[quote]ORIGINAL: painman Ninja, not 100% sure but think you may have broke the stock ProBoat speed record. I am sure that it was in the high 40"s and set by someone in florida. I can't rember where I saw it, I think it was on youtube because they showed the video. Good job; Randy [/quote] You're right up there! Miss Bud was at 51mph with the clutch, wing and turbine cowl still
Posted on: 2/3/2009 11:59 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Llumar 1/8th again !
Run it as short as you can without getting into a bend radius,
Posted on: 1/30/2009 1:25 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Llumar 1/8th again !
Nice neat work - looks great!
Posted on: 1/20/2009 12:19 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: LLumar 1/8th topic
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jamming Thank You 772 ! The video is great, Do you know what mods are done to the boat in the video. That was plenty fast for what i want it to do, I also like the bellcrank set-up, I have a small lath, I shouldnt have any problem building the same set-up. Is it a must to move...] Starting at the rear 1 Speedmaster dual pickup rudder - need to modify Proboat standoff bracket
Posted on: 12/27/2008 7:33 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: LLumar 1/8th topic
Wrap to center header needs a "0" band pipe. Talk to Al at Hanson and he can give you guidance on exhaust and what to expect from his engine. Performance is reduced with wrap to center pipe because you are limited as to how short you can cut it.
Posted on: 12/26/2008 8:54 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: LLumar 1/8th topic
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jamming Thank You Sir ! I really want to thank you for being so much help ! You are a standup guy and add to this great hobby, I will make a shopping list and get it ordered before the boat arrives. Is there one place i can get the pipe from and 6518 prop and the speedmaster dual pick-up rudder from. The carb i think i can get from WHH. If you have time please let me know. Again thank you for all your help. [sm=thumbup.gif] [/quote] Forgot to mention shimming the prop strut. Reread the above number items (2) on this Bh Hanson can help you on the exhaust. http://www.bhhanson.com/ You can deal direct with speedmaster on the rudder - make sure to specify the horn arm is on the right side http://www.rossisales.com/index.html Propshop propeller http://dasboata.com/ Carb - many sources on this item.
Posted on: 12/26/2008 8:05 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
[quote]ORIGINAL: RKS1949 Well it's X-Mas morning,and I'm down stairs working on the boat. I ordered a 1/4 scale servo,but it's too big. So it will get sent back to Tower Hobbies.[:@] I ended up using the supplied servo's but rearanged them so the throttle servo is on the end,and both steering servo's are side by side. I also figured out how to make my coil bracket,so the coil would be low and to the inside.[;)]. I don't care much about raising the weight up in the boat. I'd like to keep as much as low as possible. Better get upstairs as the action is starting![:D] Merry Christmas,and Happy New Year all! Ron [/quote] One JR Z4800T servo will do the job very well and drop right in. Available at Horizon.
Posted on: 12/26/2008 2:17 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: LLumar 1/8th topic
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jamming Thank You 772 ! I am looking forward to the challenge, Love tweaking, Been flying Helicopters for a few years and there all about minor changes making a huge differnce. Thank You for the link. Great Stuff ! I do have one question, When moving the engine forward 1/2 inch do... at the same time as the Proboat cable is nothing but a problem. You will also have to remove the idle
Posted on: 12/26/2008 2:08 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: LLumar 1/8th topic
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jamming Just purchased a LLumar 1/8th for a great price, Less than half new ! Granted i have read all i can find about this boat. Some positive some negative. I would like to hear some opinions and comments, on what Not to do and what to do. To make this boat Better than stock. The boat was used only one time and is about two years old. Is it possible to race such a boat, Or is it best left as a sport boat. My starting fleet consists of WHH Team PRO MOD 5, and this LLumar. New to boating, but really like the looks of this Hydro. Any comments ? [/quote] The boat really isn't designed for racing, but can be a lot of weekend fun. With the stock motor, hull modifications and money for hardware upgrades, the boat has the potential to run 50+ mph and handle well. Stock it should run 35 to 40 mph. Read this link for more info and discussion. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6378471/anchors_6378471/mpage_1/key_hydro%252Cairfoil/anchor/tm.htm#6378471 Dick T
Posted on: 12/25/2008 11:21 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
[quote]ORIGINAL: painman Thanks, Dick; great idea, I will have to cut one out. Do you think that .070 will be thick enough not to warp when tightened? Thanks again, Randy [/quote] I think I used .080" and it spread the force out quite well. The .070" should do fine. Dick T
Posted on: 12/23/2008 4:12 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
[quote]ORIGINAL: painman Thanks Bob, have the Elms boat running good at WOT, using the 6717 prop. Still playing with the trun fin, can't belive how much the fin will effect the way the boat will handle, seems like a 1/16 of an inch makes a lot of difference. It will tighten or loosen the boat and will have the boat pull either direction with little movement of the fin. I am running the insane turn fin, it is a good fin and holds the boat so it will turn on a dime. Thinking of trying my 7018 R&R prop to see if will perform better, will update and let everyone know how it works. I also changed the lid on the radio box, went to a thicker piece of lexan and a thin cork gasket. Seems like I couldn't keep the water out of the radio box with the flimsey lid. Even put the weather seal and tape still had problems. I will let you know if the new lid works, has anyone had problems with the stock lid? Good to see everyone back, still hunting here, not a bad year so far; Thanks Randy [/quote] I use an aluminum clamp ring over the lexan for an even seal. Never had a drop of water in the radio box even - with a driver error flip! Dick T
Posted on: 12/22/2008 10:31 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: My first gas boat, scratch built H-Class Hydro
[quote]ORIGINAL: chief3452 Hey Everyone, It's been almost 3 months since my last entry so time for an update. I painted all the cowlings and have the wood sealed with epoxy. The House of Kolor candy is amazing in the sun, the camera doesn't do it justice. Enjoy, Scott [/quote] Scott, Really fine job on your boat. Have you run it yet? I know you said you were going to hold off paint till sea trials.. P.S. ( I've got a "Super Mink" unlimited in progress with a few changes gleaned from "Mama's Mink" ) Dick T
Posted on: 11/5/2008 9:28 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
Here is a guy that has the adjustible rear wing nailed!!
Posted on: 10/14/2008 6:29 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Hydro airfoil ????z
[quote]ORIGINAL: Hydro Junkie True, but as you saw, I would be doing lots more if I had one and playing with the wing would be the last thing I would actually do. I'd be moving fuel tanks, radio boxes, adding weight and maybe even tweeking the canard or dropping in a different engine that I could move forward to change the CG. What can I say, I get in to projects beyond elbow deep[:D] [/quote] I think the operative words here are "if I had one"!
Posted on: 10/11/2008 11:57 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Elam 1/8 Hydro RTR Brand new for $600..
[quote]ORIGINAL: locktite Do you suggest he purchase one already made with the mount..If so where is the best place to get one..If not do you have dimensions on the fin you made...Thanks [/quote] Go to www.insaneboats.com for turn fin only at $20.00 You can fab a bracket fron a piece of 1/8 angle or perhaps his bracket would work. I made my own so I can't attest to how these fit on Proboat
Posted on: 10/10/2008 4:10 PM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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RE: Miss Elam 1/8 Hydro RTR Brand new for $600..
Yes, I made mine from .080 Aircraft aluminum. There is a huge difference in handling.
Posted on: 10/10/2008 12:33 AM by Author "Proboat 772"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
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