Kalsc

Hi there, I am finally starting my jet sprint build using a cast stainless steel swashdrive jet drive. I had ordered this sucker years ago but the project got sidelined.

First question, does anyone know if Craig from Swashdrive is contactable? Last i read he had parts available for guys with this unit in case they broke something.

Second question, anyone here still running a stainless unit?

Looking forward to feedback.

Cheers!

Justaddwata

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Welcome to the forum.

The stainless unit was heavy and heavy. Can't say I remember seeing any in hulls. I brought one to the US from OZ for a buddy and remember the looks I got at airport security. He ended up selling off the drive and had me bring back a RTR Swashdrive jetboat minus motor for him. It had the plastic housing and was considerably lighter.

Last I heard (at least 2 years ago) Craig was doing tattoo needles and was selling off all his molds for hulls and hardware. A shame as he definitely raised the bar with how he did things.


What are your plans for the pump?

Kalsc

Thanks for the info.  You are right in that these pumps are heavy, but talk about solid construction.  From what I remember, even with the weight of these SS drives, the boats were still wicked fast and maneuverable.  I like the idea of the extra weight as it'll keep the intake well in the water with less air intake.

The Ghost

I think that Adam at Jettec took over from Craig. Check it out at www.jettec.co.nz
cheers

infinityteg

Hi there,

I have finished a jet sprint not so long ago (minus sign writing) using the cast unit. I used to have the plastic unit of Craigs also (got stolen) but this unit i am quite happy with for now. heres a short clip of the first run of mine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0EcWdukZLo&feature=plcp

cheers
steve

Kalsc

Hi Steve,

Great video!  It's a testament to how great the SS units are despite the "extra weight".  What hull did you use?  And what is your engine package?

Cheers!
Sean

infinityteg

oh sorry, forgot to mention that part.
Im running a stock RCMK k30 with a Gizmo torque master 2" pipe.
the hull is one i designed and lay up

I was having a few issuse with the drive line where the round collet kept slipping on the flew shaft i was using. i have since moved to a double square ended flex cable
on the jetunit end i am using a [link=http://www.mhz-powerboats.com/Antriebe/Kupplungen/Kupplung-M8-fuer-Vierkant.html]MHZ Coupler[/link] , regular square end coupling from any of the suppliers and a double square ended flex shaft from warehouse hobbies made to the length i specified.

cheers
steve

any other pics or info your after, ask away.

mickieb49

I ended up buying the remainder of Craig's spares and units for the SS unit, since sold most off but depending on what you are after i may be able to help.
Mick