What does it take.
 

To convert a pro-bout blackjack 55 from gas to brushless.

RE: What does it take.
 

A substantual amount of cash to buy a big brushless motor, an ESC to match and Lipo's to run it.

Something like this:
http://www.plettenberg-motoren.com/U...M_50/Motor.htm

Regards, Jan.

RE: What does it take.
 

about 500 bucks (not including batteries)

RE: What does it take.
 

Personally I would not invest the approx 1k it would take to convert that hull to electric power. Buy a decent hull first as a foundation. Better yet, buy a slightly smaller higher quality hull that will require a smaller and more affordable power system to run well. You'll end up with a higher quality, better handling, and faster boat that you'll be happier with in the long run. just my .02...

RE: What does it take.
 

What would be smaller better hull i'm not new to rc just boats .

RE: What does it take.
 

Since i a'm new boats would it be better to go RTR.

RE: What does it take.
 

Here are some options for you as motorsport has suggested:

http://www.rcslot.com/pc-radio-contr...s/PRB2051.html

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXRXZ0&P=7

http://www.rcslot.com/pc-radio-contr...s/PRB3751.html

You can set one of these up with your own, quality components to make a fast fun boat. I'm sure that others and myself can suggest running gear if you want to pursue this route.

Or, here are some rtr's that could be considered:

http://www.rcslot.com/pc-radio-contr...s/PRB3750.html

http://www.rcslot.com/pc-radio-contr...s/PRB3100.html

http://www.rcslot.com/pc-radio-contr...s/TRA1502.html

RE: What does it take.
 

example:

http://www.aeromarinerc.com/index.ph...d=33&Itemid=53

I would say any glass hull meant for .40-.60 nitro power would make a good "cost effective" electric conversion. Doesen't have to be from Aeromarine.

MKM