RE: This is my first work wildthing mono
Very nice boat..I admire all the hard work you've put into her. My son and I recently bought an old wild thing hull at a swap meet and converted it to fe.. Last weekend was our first run. The boat handled amazingly! Ours is 32 inches (813mm) and my 9 year old son is piloting in this video clip http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FGDTURvjoVA we are running an Ammo 2300 motor, aquacraft 60A ESC, 42mm prop, and all Spartan hardware on the transom. I have the throttle turned down on his TX in the clip, flat out it really moves. I think you picked a great hull...and darn sexy! Good luck with your build!
Posted on: 5/12/2012 10:28 PM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Help ID - RC Sailboat
Thanks Al, Boy it is close though! Appreciate you going to such lengths to help. Still don't know what she is, but i do know she is fun to sail...that's what really matters. Thanks! Corey
Posted on: 2/19/2011 10:18 AM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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RE: Help ID - RC Sailboat
Thanks for the tip, I poked around and got a good look at the hull, unfortunately it's not quite the same shape. Aft of the keel is curved on the vortex where mine is almost a vertical line. Also the vortex hull fares into the upper portion of the rudder, mine rudder sticks out on its own. But Man! the length, width, and weigth are about dead on! I can see no markings anywhere on the boat. Did some model builders of the 70's go to this great length to do one-off fiberglass hulls? Thanks again for your input...much appreciated! Corey
Posted on: 2/1/2011 6:56 PM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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RE: Help ID - RC Sailboat
Thanks Allan, I was in the right place at the right time...I consider myself fortunate. Got her on the scale this AM, she weighs in at just over 30 pounds. I appreciate the tip on the club. I have an email into the Anacortes Club, and I'm waiting to hear back from them. Thanks! Corey
Posted on: 2/1/2011 5:45 AM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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RE: Help ID - RC Sailboat
The hull looks a lot like the Santa Barbara but from what I've read the S/B is 70" long. I'm measuring at ~60" length and 14" at 37 from the bow. Do you know if there was some variation on LOA/beam? Here's a few more pictures... ...again I appreciate the help! Thanks!
Posted on: 1/31/2011 8:11 PM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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RE: Help ID - RC Sailboat
Dang you're fast Don, Now I'm even more excited about this project! Thanks so much for pointing me in the right direction.
Posted on: 1/31/2011 7:07 PM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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Help ID - RC Sailboat
Greetings, I've recently purchased a Vintage RC Sailboat. I didn't learn much about it from the previous owner, and I've been unable to find this boat in the internet/forums. I'm guessing pre-1978 based on the electronics installed, but that's all I know. If anybody could help me ID her, I'd sure be grateful. Some Specs: Fiberglass Hull/ Mahogany Plywood deck Enclosed lead keel All mast fittings are soldered/brazed (spreaders, mast step, etc..) Stays appear to be stainless piano wire-like material LOA: 60" (5ft) Width: 14" Height from keel to mast top: 7'-10" This is my first real RC, I'm updating the electronics and hope to get out on the water soon Thanks in advance for any information you can provide! Fair Winds
Posted on: 1/31/2011 6:34 PM by Author "capnswanny" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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