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Which boat would you get?
I have the addiction in a bad wayhttp://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...unge_smile.gif. I've finally found a legal place to run, and am ready for a bigger FEthan what I already have. (NQD "tear into" and SuperMonoX)
I have a ton of batteries for my aircraft, but not too many 2S packs. I am hoping to use the batteries I already own. I'm thinking either the Impulse31, Motley Crew, or Revolt 30. I have a good tx and extra rx's. I don't have much free time to build. I'd like the new Impulse coming out, but it doesn't look available until October. Where I will be running, should be smooth conditions in the a.m., and slight chop from wind later in the day. (Medium size pond) Buying from towerhobbies is a plus because I get free shipping and I have $50 off $300 code. Also, I can get discounted price for Pro-Boat from Wholesaletrains.com, but pay out the whazoo for shipping.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...spinnyeyes.gif Thanks for helping out a fellow addict |
RE: Which boat would you get?
Already sick of the SMX?
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RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Already sick of the SMX? |
RE: Which boat would you get?
Hope your knee heals quickly. I'm 'waiting' for my stock motor to burn up to install a larger outrunner. I'm enjoying the lake so much that I'll probably get a paddle boat for the fam and I just ordered a seaplane for it:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...dProduct=17108 |
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None of the above, build one! I bought a Thunder Tiger Outlaw Jr. OBL thinking it would be just a fun little boat. Now, the need for speed has hit me and the only thing left in it that's stock is the hull and I've already put a layer of carbon fiber down to strengthen the hull for the upgrades.
Get you a Delta Force mono or cat and build it the way you want. http://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pro...rod=df-delta29 With one of the 40XX motors: http://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pro...Leopard+Motors Add you own size hardware, you have a screamer! This is the motor/ battery combo I'm putting in the Outlaw Jr.: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yM61GM90A0 |
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guy says he doesn't want to build cause he doesn't have the time... and you suggest a build for him.??
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That's not a excuse, if you dont have time to build, how do you have time to enjoy the hobby.? If he is going to buy speed, a $200-$300 rtr is not going to buy much. 30mph out of the box doesn't excite you for too long and paying someone to build a FE is gonna cost a whole lot more than doing it yourself.
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The main reason I say build is because I bought the TT Outlaw Jr. as a RTR and thought it would be good enough. Pretty much, I've paid $200 for a plastic hull since that is the only thing being re-used.
If someone is wanting more speed than what they already have, chances are a RTR is not going satisfy the want for too long. |
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I picked up a Revolt 30 RTR and out of the box I am getting 45 mph. Actually out of the box it ran in the high 30's but a friend gave me another prop to try out and now it does 45mph according to my Garmin. I was in the same position with not enough time to build my own. If he only has 20 or so minutes every now and then to toss the thing in a pond and run some laps, think how long he would have to wait to enjoy his home made boat if the little time he had was used for building.
I am looking for longer run times and already have a1/5scale Baja SC truck with an OBR full mod 29.5cc long rod motor so I am very familiar with gassers. I am going to go with the old Thunderboat style. Set up as a gasser I will be able to run 30 to 45 minutes on a tank. Now the challange is to find an RTR that is well made. JMHO, MadDog |
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I recently bought the Revolt 30. Its pretty quick out of the box, is very stable and handles great, but a prop change, a good 5000, 50c 4S pack, scuff the bottom, and sharpen all the running gear and now she really flies.
I am sure I could have built something quicker but this didn't cost much or take much timeand is really a quality boat for a RTR. Also a simple motor/ESC change and some 6S power and it will compete with anything its size. Another nice thing is I can do upgrades as time and money permit. Meanwhile I have a fast, fun boat. I am sure that building your own is probably the best. Dosen't matter if its a car, truck, boat, airplane or Heli but......... There are some quality RTRs out there that can be alot of fun. RTRs have really come along way, they are not the junk toys they were 5 or 10years ago. Just pick one with a good solid hull and quality running gear and have FUN!!! Doug (Varooom) |
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what prop???
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RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: MadDogDan I picked up a Revolt 30 RTR and out of the box I am getting 45 mph. Actually out of the box it ran in the high 30's but a friend gave me another prop to try out and now it does 45mph according to my Garmin. I was in the same position with not enough time to build my own. If he only has 20 or so minutes every now and then to toss the thing in a pond and run some laps, think how long he would have to wait to enjoy his home made boat if the little time he had was used for building. I am looking for longer run times and already have a 1/5 scale Baja SC truck with an OBR full mod 29.5cc long rod motor so I am very familiar with gassers. I am going to go with the old Thunderboat style. Set up as a gasser I will be able to run 30 to 45 minutes on a tank. Now the challange is to find an RTR that is well made. JMHO, MadDog what prop are you using |
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Off topic but for MadDog, there's a guy over on the Dock that's selling the new G300, already has the +1 crank in it!
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hobby_man:
The prop I am now using is a 47x50 |
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kilr95ss: Where is this Dock you speak of? I would consider the G300 if I knew where to find it.
MadDog |
RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: kilr95ss That's not a excuse, if you dont have time to build, how do you have time to enjoy the hobby.? If he is going to buy speed, a $200-$300 rtr is not going to buy much. 30mph out of the box doesn't excite you for too long and paying someone to build a FE is gonna cost a whole lot more than doing it yourself. I like the idea of the Revolt30 with different prop, and sharpened hardware etc. Thanks to everyone for your help. I'm still open to other ideas, keep em coming!http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...ey/msn/lol.gif |
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kilr95ss:
I think I have found the Dock that you are referring to and joined. However, I cannot find the boat you are talking about. Can you give the the title of the thread? MadDog |
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"Jims Rc Boat Dock" Its not a boat, it's the new Zenoah 29.5 engine with 1048 big bore carb. It's in the manufactures for sale area. They are $269 shipped.
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RE: Which boat would you get?
Now, back on topic. As far as a RTR, I would go with the Traxxas Spartan. It's 6s capable out of the box, has aluminum hardware including a adjustable stinger and comes with Castle motor and esc.
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RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: kilr95ss Now, back on topic. As far as a RTR, I would go with the Traxxas Spartan. It's 6s capable out of the box, has aluminum hardware including a adjustable stinger and comes with Castle motor and esc. I have this boat, for 2 summers now, you cant run 6S on the stock ESC by castle, it will melt the solder joints on the traxxas plugs, burn out the liner in the drive tube, melt the 3 plugs on the speed control itself and lastly burn up the speed control. I have a 180amp Turnigy ESC with a wire drive in this boat now. It will go 69.9. The issue is the once I go over 60 the hull is totally out of the water and it will china walk and flip. I drive it full out when the lake is glass. The Spartan is a real good 4S boat out of the box. |
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I have the Revolt 30 as well, I have owned it since it came out. I had to send it back for a new motor/speed control 3 weeks ago, the motor compartment gets real hot running on 4S 10,000 mah lipo's
8 minute run time full throttle |
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Hobby man,
I put a 47x50 on my Revolt. I wouldn't say its the perfect prop but its quite a bit faster than the stocker and dosn't seem to shorten run time or over heat anything. Varooom |
RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: kilr95ss Now, back on topic. As far as a RTR, I would go with the Traxxas Spartan. It's 6s capable out of the box, has aluminum hardware including a adjustable stinger and comes with Castle motor and esc. |
RE: Which boat would you get?
what about the UL1 or Miss Excite? you like hydros?
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ORIGINAL: stoneenforcer what about the UL1 or Miss Excite? you like hydros? |
RE: Which boat would you get?
Ask Bill Oxidean abouit the X Blaze over on OSE.
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RE: Which boat would you get?
If the water is relatively calm, just get a Hornet tunnel from Hobby King. I have seen bids and it hits high speeds out of the box.
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RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: fatbill69 If the water is relatively calm, just get a Hornet tunnel from Hobby King. I have seen bids and it hits high speeds out of the box. Looks to be backordered. Should be available again NEXT year knowing Hobby King.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...sn/biggrin.gif |
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Hobby King Genesis on 8S. Gorgeous boat, runs like a scalded dog. 75.5 mph is my best so far.
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ORIGINAL: Wavekatcher ORIGINAL: fatbill69 If the water is relatively calm, just get a Hornet tunnel from Hobby King. I have seen bids and it hits high speeds out of the box. Looks to be backordered. Should be available again NEXT year knowing Hobby King.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...sn/biggrin.gif <br type="_moz" /> |
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Here is a Hornet on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PRO-Fibergla...item3a6ac8b5e5 Get a tunnel and you'll see why I'm so obsessed with them! |
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ORIGINAL: fatbill69 ORIGINAL: Wavekatcher ORIGINAL: fatbill69 If the water is relatively calm, just get a Hornet tunnel from Hobby King. I have seen bids and it hits high speeds out of the box. Looks to be backordered. Should be available again NEXT year knowing Hobby King.[img][/img] <br type=''_moz'' /> oh man, if you think that boat is fast try a PS295 on UL-1 power! it will lap that ProBoat ;) |
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ORIGINAL: Wavekatcher I have the addiction in a bad way[img][/img]. I've finally found a legal place to run, and am ready for a bigger FE than what I already have. (NQD ''tear into'' and SuperMonoX) I have a ton of batteries for my aircraft, but not too many 2S packs. I am hoping to use the batteries I already own. I'm thinking either the Impulse31, Motley Crew, or Revolt 30. I have a good tx and extra rx's. I don't have much free time to build. I'd like the new Impulse coming out, but it doesn't look available until October. Where I will be running, should be smooth conditions in the a.m., and slight chop from wind later in the day. (Medium size pond) Buying from towerhobbies is a plus because I get free shipping and I have $50 off $300 code. Also, I can get discounted price for Pro-Boat from Wholesaletrains.com, but pay out the whazoo for shipping.[img][/img] Thanks for helping out a fellow addict I've raced against that boat and they do very well with the right prop ;) |
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Clearly the stiletto will not be capable of speeds seen with MLboatworks racing boats. But they are not ready to run, are they? I have heard the stiletto can approach speeds of 45mph, but I know the ps295 will almost do 70. Also, what do you mean by UL1 setup? I'm looking to get a ps295 for when the new REKlegs come out, and on the website it says use a UL1 motor, and Ihave no idea what that is. Do they mean the same motor the aquacraft UL1 superior uses?
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RE: Which boat would you get?
ORIGINAL: fatbill69 Clearly the stiletto will not be capable of speeds seen with ML boatworks racing boats. But they are not ready to run, are they? I have heard the stiletto can approach speeds of 45mph, but I know the ps295 will almost do 70. Also, what do you mean by UL1 setup? I'm looking to get a ps295 for when the new REK legs come out, and on the website it says use a UL1 motor, and I have no idea what that is. Do they mean the same motor the aquacraft UL1 superior uses? LOL sounds like you don't really know much about these do ya! [:-] the Stiletto id kinda a crap boat IMO they are RTR but need lots of work to be race worthy!!! 45mph out of the stiletto?? LOL not even close... maybe on a windy day going down hill.. :D in know cuz I had one... even darin who helped develop the thing sold his for a much better racer.... oh and the rek lower is not to be used on the PS295.. OS all the way! |
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Thanks everyone for the input.
I don't think a tunnel hull will be good for me. too much wind in the afternoon. I'm leaning towards the Revolt 30 Rx ready. Although, I'm intrigued by the Motley. Not too excited about the plastic prop it comes with. Any of these RTR's I purchase I will be changing out the shaft and props and connectors. I would like to get at least 1 run without having to change anything. So maybe the Motley is out of the question. The Motley is tempting w/ the $30 mail in rebate that is good for buying more parts, and I have the $50 off code for tower, I also like the Impulse 31. I can get that boat for $300 plus shipping. Decisions,decisions, decisionshttp://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...spinnyeyes.gif |
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Wave, you going to make a rig so you can use your SMX as a rescue boat?
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ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Wave, you going to make a rig so you can use your SMX as a rescue boat? Or just have my Labrador retriever do it for mehttp://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...unge_smile.gif Just kidding, I DON'T have a dog and would never do something as stupid as having a dog retrieve an RC Boat. I like the idea of using the baby ducks (w/ hooks attached) from the rc jet duck setup. Would prolly work perfect w/ my jet boat. The SMX is purely for speed runs. I love the roost she throws up.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...ey/msn/lol.gif Thats why I want something bigger and faster. |
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Blow off the plastic prop thing on the MC
You will want a M445 for it any ways for it... and the Revolt you'll want to get a M445 or maybe even a M447 for that boat as well.. ;) |
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My early b-day present arrived today......Silver/red Revolt 30. Ordered up some Zippy 2s 5000mah 45c batteries to power her. OSE upgrade flex shaft, thrust bearing, and will buy new props too when they are back in stock.http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/f...sn/thumbup.gif
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