Hello again Haljmac, I`ll pass along a few thoughts that I have learned over the years of building scale electric boats. Direct drive I find the best, quiet, gears are noisy. I use a speed control on each motor. With this set up I have very good manuvering control even able to walk it right or left a big asset when running a manuvering course. Also I would have suggested making the main deck fully removable in one or two pieces it is nice to be able to get at any place in the hull at future times. It seems somthing in the hull always needs changeing or repair, such as moving ballast around to get the right trim line. If I can answer any questions for you just let me know.

Lloyd