Vector push boat issue
01-16-2006 | 08:44 PM
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Vector push boat issue
Hi,
I have replaced the stock 380 motors with a couple of MIG 400 6v motors, goes really well, not much faster but it can now spin out when you corner. is heaps more fun.
But it had an issue when turning right before i changed the motors, it would cut in and out, but was fine turning left and going straight ahead. Now that i have changed the motors it does it turning either way and going straight ahead, tho way more when turning left still..
I was thinking maybe it is pulling too many amps through the electical system they have (the 2 relays), tho the amp draw shouldnt be too bad... the stock ones pull about 6 amps each... give or take...
It only does it when it is in the water, out of water it is fine.
Any ideas?
Stuart
I have replaced the stock 380 motors with a couple of MIG 400 6v motors, goes really well, not much faster but it can now spin out when you corner. is heaps more fun.
But it had an issue when turning right before i changed the motors, it would cut in and out, but was fine turning left and going straight ahead. Now that i have changed the motors it does it turning either way and going straight ahead, tho way more when turning left still..
I was thinking maybe it is pulling too many amps through the electical system they have (the 2 relays), tho the amp draw shouldnt be too bad... the stock ones pull about 6 amps each... give or take...
It only does it when it is in the water, out of water it is fine.
Any ideas?
Stuart
01-16-2006 | 10:52 PM
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RE: Vector push boat issue
You will always have those problems with vector push boats, the electronics in them are very cheap, and the motors have to be exactly alike. And no two motors are ecactly alike. even if they come off the line exactly alike they will soon wear a little differently than each other and cause vector push problems. Also there is more than likely inherent problems with the control board itself
In the water there is more load on the motors causing a larger amp draw. I say gut it and start rebuilding it with a single drive system and a rudder or keep it and use it for a retrieval boat for the good boat you are going to buy.
In the water there is more load on the motors causing a larger amp draw. I say gut it and start rebuilding it with a single drive system and a rudder or keep it and use it for a retrieval boat for the good boat you are going to buy.
01-17-2006 | 12:19 AM
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RE: Vector push boat issue
I have had a look inside, seems it does do it out of water to an extent.... so took the transmitter apart... noticed a bit of wear on the contacts.... cleaned and back together...
I think one of the relays is a bit dodgy.. but will try again...
I may put a rudder on it in the end, but finding one the right size so far has been an issue... Its just easy for everyone to use, not too fast, doesnt need deep water, simple really. Might try to make one out of some scrap i have around..
Tested the draw out of water and each motor is pulling about 2 amps... they can handle 10 amps so i am hoping that they wont hit that.
It is going to be a retrivial boat for my 46" homelite powered enforcer.... if it will tow it.
Had a ball with it today tho, jumping small waves at the beach... pitty it kept cutting out, was getting alot of air... the 2 400's are a nice power boast.
I think one of the relays is a bit dodgy.. but will try again...
I may put a rudder on it in the end, but finding one the right size so far has been an issue... Its just easy for everyone to use, not too fast, doesnt need deep water, simple really. Might try to make one out of some scrap i have around..
Tested the draw out of water and each motor is pulling about 2 amps... they can handle 10 amps so i am hoping that they wont hit that.
It is going to be a retrivial boat for my 46" homelite powered enforcer.... if it will tow it.
Had a ball with it today tho, jumping small waves at the beach... pitty it kept cutting out, was getting alot of air... the 2 400's are a nice power boast.
