lookingforhelp

I need help. I'm looking to purchase an RC Nitro Boat as a gift for someone who has been into RC Nitro trucks.

I've been getting conflicting information on which is better.... a Deep Vee or a Catamaran? Thoughts?

Basically... I think I've narrowed it down to these choices:

1. Pro Boat Thundercat 31
2. Aquacraft Super Vee 27 Nitro
3. Aqua Craft Miss Vegas Deuce


Could someone recommend which boat to buy? Or if you know of another good boat, it would be much appreciated!

The person I'm buying for is a beginner, and would like something easy to use, fun, and especially FAST!


Thanks in advance for any help!

mike walker

I love the miss vegas and the new deuce has alot of the bugs worked out. Hope that helped

lookingforhelp

You would say Vegas Deuce over Thundercat, right? I was hearing that the .32 engine on the Thundercat was a better bet. But I wasn't sure.

mike walker

I think if you wait here for awhile youll hear from some other vegas fans. If you really want to go faaaaaast and stay in a small boat have him build a J.A.E .12 and he can use a truck motor

ob nut

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What is the surface the boat will be used in? The hydro will require small waves while the deep-v will handle waves without issues. Might help steer you in the right direction. The Cat's will like both types of water!

rcguy1411

i own the thundercat 31 there have been a few isues with them leaky fuel tanks for starters the tiger drive starting system have also been an isue for some when i recived mine i had to deal with a leaking fuel tank was an easy fix removed a little flash off the fuel barb had to replace the one way bearing in the starter this summer these have been the only isues i have encountered with about seven to ten gallons of fuel through the engine and its still going strong as far as cat vs deep v that usuallly comes down to personal preference i own bolth v and cats and they all preform well if you check the sites for what you are looking for you will hear praise and hatred for each with a little work they will all be a good and enjoyable

lookingforhelp

We live close to the bay and a lake. So he would probably use the boat in both. I've been really confused, going back and forth between catamaran or deep vee. Every time I think I make a final choice, I change my mind! I've called around to a few hobby shops, and I got two completely different answers.

I appreciate the responses!

rcguy1411

i live on one of the great lakes verry seldom do i get flat water bolth style boats will run equally well in moderate chop rember these boats are only 30 inches long if you like deep v s get one the sv if you like off shore cat then get the tc 31 if you cant decide get bolth

jon070

Get one of these and it will never matter what the water is like. This boat is as difficult as a weed wacker.

http://9x4br.64n2f.servertrust.com/P...uctCode=SuperG

advanced builder

pretty pricey for a first boat, Jon070 I think he said a gift

Dreamin Hemi

Actually that's the boat we sort of recemmend on the gas forums. It's the cheapest reliable production hull out there. Get that Gator and there will be no dissapointments.

lookingforhelp

Although that gas powered boat looks perfect for him, I'm afraid it's a little out of my price range.  

lookingforhelp

Also... do the hydro boats (like Vegas Deuce) flip over easier than a catamaran?

R.J. West

You cant go wrong with a Cat!!!

A cat is the best of both worlds....Part hydroplane, part deep V...Just as fast as a hydroplane, cause, technically a Cat is a hydroplane, but more inclined to be more stable in rougher water also cause of its hull design....cant go wrong.

rcguy1411

if i where going to get another boat out of the three you are looking at i wouldent hesitate getting the tc 31

Ponsi37

The hydroplanes need almost perfect conditions to drive in. Hydroplanes will nose dive if you hit a wave and that is not good. The thundercat is the way to go because it is more stable than a deepV and able to take chop better than hydroplanes.

jon070

Then the Thunder Cat 31.

One a side note the gator is offered for $550 however you will still need a radio and servos. The first upgrade to the the Thunder cat is a new radio.


Things to consider glow fuel starts at $30 a gallon glow plugs are $4 a pop you might need 1 every other session some times more, $20 for a glow starter, and misc tools. We are at $400+ and we haven't loaded all that stuff and driven to the pond.

Bet you never thought you would ask one question and get so many answers. I apologize for making waves here. I own the shockwave the sister boat to the TC31 it has been a great boat and considering I had no experience when I got it it is still one of my favorites. Good luck with whatever you purchase and I am sure the members at RCU will always be willing to help.


Jon

f16man

Once I ran a hydro I never went back , the cornering and the speed is what got me and a hydro hull is the coolest looking but thats just me..........GO HYDRO!!!!!!!!!

lookingforhelp

Wow.  This was a lot of help.  Thank you everyone.  I'm glad I found this forum.  Everyone gave me alot to think about.

chanksta187

i need some info on nice mods or upgrades for tc31. mine is mostly stock just painted it. need to know what is best motor for it. and ive seen a few with inline rudder was wondering where i can find these parts.