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Today, 08:26 AM

srislash replied to a thread New Rigger in Show Off Your FE Boat - Pictures

Yup I am done my work tour today and then back home for the ‘recommended stay at home’. We aren’t on lockdown as of yet but a little time will tell....

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Yesterday, 10:47 PM

Peter A replied to a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

I have some 100% isopropyl at my workshop. I will get a little of that next week. One problem solved!:thumbup1:

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Yesterday, 08:40 PM

fweasel replied to a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

isopropyl alcohol will work as long as its at least 90% or better

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Yesterday, 07:47 PM

Peter A replied to a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

I have meths and I cannot go and buy anywhere as the only shops open are service stations, chemists and supermarkets. Although I do need to go to a...

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Yesterday, 07:22 PM

NativePaul replied to a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

i use IPA and/or heat, meths is basically alcohol with bad smelling and tasting additives so will probably work fine.

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Yesterday, 07:17 PM

jaike5 replied to a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

I thinned mine with dentured alcohol J.

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Yesterday, 06:20 PM

Peter A started a thread Thinning Epoxy in Boat Building Talk

Hi Guys Due to being on a four week covid19 lockdown I was unable to get epoxy thinners. I am doing a new build (ML GP 310 and will post a thread...

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Yesterday, 04:10 PM

Dr. Jet replied to a thread Another Hare-Brained Idea in Mini & Micro Fast Electric Talk

The 1:16 Short Circuit above was from Garry Finlay's Plans. Some build photos are attached. I don't know how well the hydros would do when it...

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Yesterday, 03:03 PM

dasboata replied to a thread WTB Right Hand x450 in WTB "Wanted to Buy"

please delete whole post !!!!

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Yesterday, 02:27 PM

JimClark replied to a thread Another Hare-Brained Idea in Mini & Micro Fast Electric Talk

No but I bet he could rework one down to !/16th. Doug campbell has a couple of 1/16th scale kits and there are always Gary Findlay plans still out...

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Yesterday, 02:02 PM

wdodge0912 replied to a thread Build an outboard boat? in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

So this 36" would be fine https://www.ebay.com/itm/283440760243 I would be running 2 or 4 3s packs, I have 6 5200mah 50c ones I can use So 6s...

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Yesterday, 11:57 AM

Dr. Jet replied to a thread Another Hare-Brained Idea in Mini & Micro Fast Electric Talk

Does Mike L make 1/16 scale kits? :confused2: I thought he was making 1/10 and larger. :noidea:

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Yesterday, 11:27 AM

HTVboats replied to a thread Build an outboard boat? in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

As for an outboard tunnel I would recommend 34" or larger using a K&B .45 outboard lowerhttps://www.mecoa.biz/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=148 part...

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Yesterday, 10:11 AM

dasboata replied to a thread WTB Right Hand x450 in WTB "Wanted to Buy"

sorry Larry Iv been sick,,, my customer is looking for 450 thanks for trying to help !~!

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Yesterday, 04:58 AM

wdodge0912 started a thread Build an outboard boat? in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

Hello I'm wanting to build a boat that uses an outboard motor. Electric of course, but I would like something like a tunnel boat, catamaran, or a...

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Yesterday, 12:04 AM

NativePaul replied to a thread ABC super hawaii powertrain options in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

There are plenty of scale boats out there, but race boat builders have discovered aerodynamics and there is not much in the way of full size open...

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03-26-2020, 09:47 PM

Blaize replied to a thread ABC super hawaii powertrain options in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

Thanks so much for the input both of you. I must admit I hadn't even considered how the lighter powertrain would effect the draft in the water, but...

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03-26-2020, 08:21 PM

davidshaw57 replied to a thread Mini Outboard Motor in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

In this case it?s a 1/8? shaft

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03-26-2020, 04:22 PM

TheShaddix started a thread Stinger for 1/4 prop shaft in * * * OSE Swap Shop Items for Sale * * *

Brand new. Bushings and mounting bolts are included. Price: $30 shipped via paypal

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03-26-2020, 02:58 PM

TheShaddix replied to a thread Prop flex shafts for twin setup in * * * OSE Swap Shop Items for Sale * * *

Custom boats, not store-bought

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03-26-2020, 02:41 PM

nmnorth replied to a thread Prop flex shafts for twin setup in * * * OSE Swap Shop Items for Sale * * *

what twin were they cut for ??

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03-26-2020, 02:15 PM

30nitro replied to a thread Just starting out in Boat Building Talk

I would recommend a surface radio.....Spektrum makes several...along with their marine receivers.......

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03-26-2020, 12:49 PM

Jd207 started a thread Just starting out in Boat Building Talk

Just getting started in RC Boats. Been doing RC aircraft and RC for sometime. Trying to learn more of the Boat operation. I have built several boats,...

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03-26-2020, 10:33 AM

MadProps replied to a thread Mini Outboard Motor in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

OSE sell props for this motor see their TFL props the metric size and most are listed as 4mm prop shafts size

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03-26-2020, 08:34 AM

davidshaw57 replied to a thread Mini Outboard Motor in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

Where did you buy the prop? Can you share the mfg and part # you used?

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03-26-2020, 08:07 AM

bogieboy replied to a thread ABC super hawaii powertrain options in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

i went thru a very similar experience with a Graupner Monster Vee... steerable outdrive and all... but as Paul said, the old hulls have massive...

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03-26-2020, 05:41 AM

JestDanny replied to a thread Mini Outboard Motor in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

the mini outboard has a 1/8" prop shaft, there is a few, check the prop section. I run one size larger, 34mm x 1.4 pitch.(gained 5mph) the stock prop...

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03-25-2020, 10:46 PM

fweasel replied to a thread Can I run 6S or Only 5S? in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

Yes, many factors are at play all at once. Yes, "too" much prop can reduce motor RPM. Its hard to grasp all of the variables initially, but as you...

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03-25-2020, 10:38 PM

OHLP replied to a thread Can I run 6S or Only 5S? in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

Thank you for the prop info. That gives me a starting point. Am I correct in assuming that larger diameter and increased pitch will lead to higher...

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03-25-2020, 09:20 PM

NativePaul replied to a thread ABC super hawaii powertrain options in Fast Electric Rc Boating Talk

You probably won't like this then, and under the caveat that while I believe they are very similar shapes with similar flaws and the hulls have the...

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