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Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/10/2006 6:10:46 PM   
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Status: offline 		I recently just got a shockwave 36 with the .32 engine. i took it out and am going to replace it with a OPS .67 Has anyone ever done with? What prop should i use and what speeds will i see?
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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/10/2006 8:06:22 PM   
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Status: offline 		What mods could I do to the origoinal .32?, I heard a bigger exhaust might do better since the one it comes with seems like its hold the motor back

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/10/2006 8:19:06 PM   
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If you find some one who has a .67 could you list any mods that would have to be done to put the engine in

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/10/2006 9:12:45 PM   
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Status: offline 		A .67 is overkill in that boat. You'd need to make a lot of changes from the motor mounts through the driveline because you'd have to go up to 1/4" cable.
You' have to make a new radio box as the stock one would be in the way of the exhaust system.

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/10/2006 11:26:32 PM   
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Status: offline 		Ive heard a .46 would fit in the SW without too much mods

with the origoinal .32 what prop would deliver more speed but still a reasonable amout of control when turning or in water with around 3-5 inch wake, as wind is almost constantly blowing over my lake.

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 12:05:54 AM   
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OK, so far, one of the best props that we've tested is the Octura M-445.

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 12:28:01 AM   
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Does anyone happen to know any possible mods for the SW's .32

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 12:38:59 AM   
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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 12:14:36 PM   
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Status: offline 		Ron, do i have to use a tuned pipe? Doesnt that reduce the RPM's? Can i just run a custom bent 3/4" pipe or something around there around the radio box and out through the stock hole. I guess the bottom line is i want to get around 50-60mph out of this hull. I enjoy a good project witha little customizing

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 3:25:04 PM   
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Status: offline 		No, the tuned pipe increases RPM and can be made to hit peak HP in a certain RPM range. If they didn't do any good, we wouldn't use them. Neighbors or those at the pond wouldn't like the noise either.
In order for that boat to hit 50-60 would take a lot of work including dumping that engine for a much better one.

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 3:39:26 PM   
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Status: offline 		Dumping what engine? the OPS .67? I was looking at a OPS 90 but i think thats way to much for the little 36, dont you think? What speeds will i see with the .67 and what size prop should i try? Thanks for all your help so far! this is going to be an exciting build

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 3:46:54 PM   
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Status: offline 		The .67 may be a bit much for this hull also. I personally would put in anything over a .45 or you start running into having to rebuild the driveline. A good .45 will make that boat fast enough. 60 MPH doesn't sound fast until you see it on the water. It becomes a whole new ballgame when you start reaching those speeds.

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 3:56:30 PM   
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Status: offline 		my electric mean machine would do 63mph so i realize how much of a handfull it is, like you said its a whole different ball game. What speeds will i see with the .45? I rather not put a 1/4inch driveshaft in if i can help it but i wouldnt mind either so the .67 is still a possibility... maybe haha

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/11/2006 5:54:36 PM   
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Status: offline 		what is the distance between the streingers in the hull? 5" i hope???

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/12/2006 1:07:52 AM   
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Status: offline 		alright well i just ordered the OPS.67 I already took out the radio box and the old drive shaft. AFter i get the motor, 1/4inch shaft in and the tuned pipe i will custom make a new radio box to fit in like a glove. This shockwave 36 is going to be INSANE!!!!!!!

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/12/2006 10:33:51 PM   
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Status: offline 		If you use a higher percent of nitro fuel, like 30% nitro, will it increase speed

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RE: Shockwave 36 hop-up project! - 8/13/2006 11:05:34 PM   
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