AquaCraft U-18 Miss Vegas Hydro Thread_Make it Fast!
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Take it easy on the Aqua .18 mods.....it doesn't take well to heavy mods and the weakest link in that engine is the crankshaft...trust me, the rear of the crank will say bye bye to the front end of the crank and make a drive through window in bottom of your crankcase real easy.
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ORIGINAL: malicent
sweet .32 but i take it your just in it for sport right? dont think theres a class for .32? but it would be a blast!
sweet .32 but i take it your just in it for sport right? dont think theres a class for .32? but it would be a blast!
Sport no! SPEED
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sure there is, I believe its D class shoot might even be a challenge to avoid the .45 riggers
sure there is, I believe its D class shoot might even be a challenge to avoid the .45 riggers
staying out of the way of a 45rigger with a 32 Hydro !
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We just race for fun within our club, no points or anything. Two classes: Stock RTR Hydro and Mod RTR hydro. THe only thing you can change in the stock class is the prop and fuel tank. In our mod class, the sky is the limit - any engine size, equipment changes, etc.
Heck, we even had one guy put a OS 46 in his! Unfortunately, he had a major steering malfunction, and it drove straight into the side of a concrete culvert shortly after launch. So, we didn't get to see how it would really run. Should be interesting though!
Heck, we even had one guy put a OS 46 in his! Unfortunately, he had a major steering malfunction, and it drove straight into the side of a concrete culvert shortly after launch. So, we didn't get to see how it would really run. Should be interesting though!
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mod is mod i guess!!!!!!!!! that cool though! we have to stick to .18 in mod class round here, not only that but the motor has to be under $100 witch really takes the fun out of mod class.
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...we have to stick to .18 in mod class round here, not only that but the motor has to be under $100 witch really takes the fun out of mod class.
...we have to stick to .18 in mod class round here, not only that but the motor has to be under $100 witch really takes the fun out of mod class.
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The new engine is faster, especially with the new pipe. But, the trick is to keep the jetting consistant. It needs a different (O.S.) carb.
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The new engine is faster, especially with the new pipe. But, the trick is to keep the jetting consistant. It needs a different (O.S.) carb.
The new engine is faster, especially with the new pipe. But, the trick is to keep the jetting consistant. It needs a different (O.S.) carb.
My point...I have seen a few folks mention getting speeds over 40MPH with the stock engine and a sponson mod on the old MV. The deuce has a sponson mod built in, and most of the speeds I have seen posted are high 30s. 4 to 6 MPH slower than the speeds I have seen quoted for the AQ engine.
It will take some time, but I will eventually get around to doing some more testing on the different engines, and see whats what. I was thinking that the new pipe was holding back the new engine.
Anyhow, how about sharing what you did to compare the engines to say that the new engine is faster...
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One person in our club is trying an OS .46....I'll keep you updated on that little experiment.
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One person in our club is trying an OS .46....I'll keep you updated on that little experiment.
One person in our club is trying an OS .46....I'll keep you updated on that little experiment.
that will be awesome!
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For you guys that upgraded the motor to the Dynamite .32, would this flex shaft work?
[link=http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=aqub7883]Prop Shaft for the AquaCraft SuperVee Deep Vee Boat[/link]
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[link=http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=aqub7883]Prop Shaft for the AquaCraft SuperVee Deep Vee Boat[/link]
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according to tower...that shaft is only 12 inches long and the vegas shaft is 15.4 inches long.....however, if you have modded your engine mount and location, all bets are off...
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ORIGINAL: DARKPHREAKX
For you guys that upgraded the motor to the Dynamite .32, would this flex shaft work?
[link=http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=aqub7883]Prop Shaft for the AquaCraft SuperVee Deep Vee Boat[/link]
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For you guys that upgraded the motor to the Dynamite .32, would this flex shaft work?
[link=http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=aqub7883]Prop Shaft for the AquaCraft SuperVee Deep Vee Boat[/link]
Thanks
You need to remove the teflon liner as well when you use the 3/16" drive shaft.
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Ran the .32 again yesterday - second time out. I am still running the Grim 42 x 55 prop, and we are starting to lean her out a little at a time. She is definitely picking up speed - blew over once on a full throttle pass. Decided to put a little negative angle on the prop to keep the nose down - worked great. Nice and fast, but no blow overs. Lowering the turn fin helped alot as well. I tried an M445, but hit the rudder and dinged the prop good. I had to restrict the rudder travel a little (with the radio) to avoid that. I should still have plenty of rudder for the turns still. I'll try that M445 next week when I get it bent back into shape. I will also be trying the ABC H-4(42.5mm X 66mm pitch).
Will try to get a speed on her. My GPS flew out out of my R/C truck and hasn't been the same since. We have a radar gun available as well. I'll give that a try next week.
Will try to get a speed on her. My GPS flew out out of my R/C truck and hasn't been the same since. We have a radar gun available as well. I'll give that a try next week.
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Ran the .32 again yesterday - second time out. I am still running the Grim 42 x 55 prop, and we are starting to lean her out a little at a time. She is definitely picking up speed - blew over once on a full throttle pass. Decided to put a little negative angle on the prop to keep the nose down - worked great. Nice and fast, but no blow overs. Lowering the turn fin helped alot as well. I tried an M445, but hit the rudder and dinged the prop good. I had to restrict the rudder travel a little (with the radio) to avoid that. I should still have plenty of rudder for the turns still. I'll try that M445 next week when I get it bent back into shape. I will also be trying the ABC H-4(42.5mm X 66mm pitch).
Will try to get a speed on her. My GPS flew out out of my R/C truck and hasn't been the same since. We have a radar gun available as well. I'll give that a try next week.
Ran the .32 again yesterday - second time out. I am still running the Grim 42 x 55 prop, and we are starting to lean her out a little at a time. She is definitely picking up speed - blew over once on a full throttle pass. Decided to put a little negative angle on the prop to keep the nose down - worked great. Nice and fast, but no blow overs. Lowering the turn fin helped alot as well. I tried an M445, but hit the rudder and dinged the prop good. I had to restrict the rudder travel a little (with the radio) to avoid that. I should still have plenty of rudder for the turns still. I'll try that M445 next week when I get it bent back into shape. I will also be trying the ABC H-4(42.5mm X 66mm pitch).
Will try to get a speed on her. My GPS flew out out of my R/C truck and hasn't been the same since. We have a radar gun available as well. I'll give that a try next week.
Awesome!
Keep us posted. I just fininshed painting my MV, letting the boat dry good before I put the decals on
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My Aeromarine drive shaft was 18" to begin with, and cut down to the length I needed. Since all these mod boats have slightly different engine placement, one size doesn't fit all. Once you get the engine mounted, then you can cut it to size. I also use an Aeromarine coupler, along with the stock flywheel. I will try to get the part number for the collet. Probably not till Monday though.
Flex shaft: http://www.aeromarinerc.com/index.ph...mart&Itemid=53
Flex shaft: http://www.aeromarinerc.com/index.ph...mart&Itemid=53
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RE: AquaCraft U-18 Miss Vegas Hydro Thread_Make it Fast!
No need for a 18" the Prather 12" will work fine, no need to trim, just clean up the tip.
Flywheel: Shockwave 36 No. PRB2057
Flex Coupling (collet): Aeromarine No. AEM1732 /OS21 X 187
Flex Cable: Prather No. 8020 3/16" x 12" Flex Cable (no need for trimming, clean up end)
Drive Dog: Aeromarine AEM1510 3/16"
Prop: Octura M445
Flywheel: Shockwave 36 No. PRB2057
Flex Coupling (collet): Aeromarine No. AEM1732 /OS21 X 187
Flex Cable: Prather No. 8020 3/16" x 12" Flex Cable (no need for trimming, clean up end)
Drive Dog: Aeromarine AEM1510 3/16"
Prop: Octura M445
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RE: AquaCraft U-18 Miss Vegas Hydro Thread_Make it Fast!
Pipe: Macs Tuned Pipe No. 1328 (trimmed 2 3/8")
Pressure Fitting: Prather No. 9005
Flywheel: Shockwave 36 No. PRB2057
Flex Coupling (collet): Aeromarine No. AEM1732 /OS21 X 187
Flex Cable: Prather No. 8020 3/16" x 12" Flex Cable (no need for trimming, clean up end)
Drive Dog: Aeromarine AEM1510 3/16"
Prop: Octura M445
Tail Nut: Octura OC6PNMM
Turn Fin: Aquacraft AQUB9539 (UL-1 Black Fin), need to elongate the bracket holes to fit
other mods:
- Engine Mounts (use MVD stock rubber bushings and inserts)
- Tuned pipe will prohibit the used of the Grim cowl lockes..toss them..they are junk.. fab new locks with hook and O-ring
- Set rudder back at least 3/4".. I used square aluminum tubing
- Control box.. (same setup as cowl locks, used picture frame hangers)
Here ya go:
After first WOT run without spinning:
RUDDER EXTENSION:
COWL LOCKS
BOX LOCKS
Pressure Fitting: Prather No. 9005
Flywheel: Shockwave 36 No. PRB2057
Flex Coupling (collet): Aeromarine No. AEM1732 /OS21 X 187
Flex Cable: Prather No. 8020 3/16" x 12" Flex Cable (no need for trimming, clean up end)
Drive Dog: Aeromarine AEM1510 3/16"
Prop: Octura M445
Tail Nut: Octura OC6PNMM
Turn Fin: Aquacraft AQUB9539 (UL-1 Black Fin), need to elongate the bracket holes to fit
other mods:
- Engine Mounts (use MVD stock rubber bushings and inserts)
- Tuned pipe will prohibit the used of the Grim cowl lockes..toss them..they are junk.. fab new locks with hook and O-ring
- Set rudder back at least 3/4".. I used square aluminum tubing
- Control box.. (same setup as cowl locks, used picture frame hangers)
Here ya go:
After first WOT run without spinning:
RUDDER EXTENSION:
COWL LOCKS
BOX LOCKS
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Ok so a A 3/16''(.187) shaft is needed. What length? Also which collet and cable coupler do I need?
Ok so a A 3/16''(.187) shaft is needed. What length? Also which collet and cable coupler do I need?
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Thanks for the information guys!
TrEsPaSS: Are you running the Deuce Vegas? I measured my MV Ver2 flex shaft and its 15.5 ish inchs. But maybe with the different flywheel and collet that makes up for the 3.5 inchs?
TrEsPaSS: Are you running the Deuce Vegas? I measured my MV Ver2 flex shaft and its 15.5 ish inchs. But maybe with the different flywheel and collet that makes up for the 3.5 inchs?
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ORIGINAL: DARKPHREAKX
Thanks for the information guys!
TrEsPaSS: Are you running the Deuce Vegas? I measured my MV Ver2 flex shaft and its 15.5 ish inchs. But maybe with the different flywheel and collet that makes up for the 3.5 inchs?
Thanks for the information guys!
TrEsPaSS: Are you running the Deuce Vegas? I measured my MV Ver2 flex shaft and its 15.5 ish inchs. But maybe with the different flywheel and collet that makes up for the 3.5 inchs?