something for under the tree [Archive] - Offshore Electrics Forums

screwball

11-22-2009, 07:29 PM

hey guys!

since christmas is coming up ive been looking into something to get under the tree, im completely stumped on what to ask for, i know that i want a boat and something a little bit larger than most of my boats which are mini`s, something in the 20"-30" range but is has to be able to run on 2s or 3s batteries, or two 3s batts in series to make 6s and the same with the 2s`s i want something that is RTR or ARTR, or has all the parts and just needs to be assembled. im not sure on what to get, im open to pretty much anything except for hydros because their not that great in chop, and where i usually run their is a pretty good amount from boat wakes an other things.

thanks guys!
James

Jesse J

11-22-2009, 08:13 PM

I have liked the widowmaker since first sighting. I am already a big fan of Proboat motor and even the ESC. I know the motor can go 4, 5 and even 6S (with proper precautions of course). I haven't run it or seen it run, but would be surprised if it were not pretty cool.

screwball

11-22-2009, 09:09 PM

thanks jesse, i have looked into the widowmaker but im just not a fan of the look, also it looks like some people said that it handles very badly and needs a different prop.

James

Jesse J

11-22-2009, 09:12 PM

Fair enough. I was trying to think of something that would be comparable to the DF 26 cause that is the baddest boat in the whole darn town. I guess you could see if fullers makes an RTR.

screwball

11-22-2009, 09:16 PM

i just looked into it and i dont see any rtrs by fullers although that would be sweet!

Jesse J

11-22-2009, 09:30 PM

What motor / esc are you looking to run? I just know that the DF 26 or even knock offs are about the funnest most versatile setups around. Everybody should have one. And if it has the proboat BJ motor, you can use 6S and do mid 50s.... I did and love my lil guy dearly. Check with Skunkworks... some say they aren't quality, but I don't agree. I had one and it was pretty nice. The driveline is a little less convenient, being 4mm and that you remove part of the strut to lube the cable, but could be an option.

Actually, see if OFE could set one up for ya... I mean see if they could set one up for Santa...

the other option would be the mean machine, I am sure you would totally dig that one.

screwball

11-22-2009, 09:41 PM

hey jesse, do you have a link to the skunkworks website? i cant seem to find it (if their is one lol)
i would love to have a boat that could get into the 50`s. i was thinking an sv27 motor and esc or a blackjack motor and esc.

thanks!
James

Jesse J

11-22-2009, 09:52 PM

I don't think they have a website that works - just do a search on Scotty Skunkworks and you should be able to pm him.

I would steer you towards the BJ motor and even the ESC. Keep in mind though, you will need a bigger ESC to run 6S and get into the 50s for more than 15 seconds, the stains and stink in mine will attest to that. Even on 4S (I have snuck 5S into my boats and haven't paid yet) and a X642 prop she will be screamin fast! And that you can do on the Proboat ESC.

Keep in mind, all my suggestions come with a disclaimer: I am willing to find the limit of electronics and then straddle it! the quote I stole from a post and put in my signature is a universal truth, however.

screwball

11-22-2009, 09:55 PM

ok i think ill stick to 4s and ill pm scotty to see what he has

screwball

11-22-2009, 10:12 PM

hey jesse, i just pm`d scotty, i was looking at motors and i was thinking maybe just getting another feigao, because mine has been good to me, i was thinking something like the 540s or a 380l, also what winds do you think are good?

James

Jesse J

11-22-2009, 10:17 PM

Stay with the L series and go as low a KV as possible. remember the BJ is 1500 kv. I would shoot for that range, a 12L I think is the lowest they go.

screwball

11-22-2009, 10:33 PM

alright ill stick with that and a blackjack motor and esc

thanks jesse!
James

Tunda

11-22-2009, 11:12 PM

Bro i may have a good deal for you i have a BBY Ovalmaster 29 that loves the ruff stuff all setup already all you would need is motor,esc, batt and a raido 50.00 and you pay the shipping......

Ub Hauled

11-22-2009, 11:25 PM

alright ill stick with that and a blackjack motor and esc

thanks jesse!
James

If you are going to run the BJ equipment, remember to use at least 4s... otherwise you'll be very disappointed and may wanna shoot Santa...
:tongue_smilie:

westbeach

11-23-2009, 12:19 AM

How about the 23" RTR Version of the Sniper? I should be out by the New Year. These are great racing hulls and specially the Sniper, with the deeper Vee than the rest of the DF line of monos. http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?t=8745

http://www.deltaforce-hk.com/rtr03.html

screwball

11-23-2009, 02:37 PM

thanks for the offer tunda but i really like the looks of the little delta force sniper and it runs off of smaller batteries which i like!

Tunda

11-23-2009, 04:26 PM

No problem just thought i would help you out Bro.........I really like that Delta 23 also still waiting for that one too................

screwball

11-23-2009, 08:00 PM

hey guys, what do you think of this?????
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=280419884617&Category=2564&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2#ht_4986wt _939

im thinking about seeing if i can get it just hull and hardware ( without the esc or motor) and putting in a feigao+ black jack esc combo or something along those lines.......

James

screwball

11-23-2009, 08:14 PM

or maybe buy it as is and if the motor or the esc self destruct replace them with a name brand, i know that a couple people on here have the head of the river cats and they are impresed with them so i was thinking that this mono would be good too.

James

Norman2

11-23-2009, 08:26 PM

The DF25 from HOR is your best deal. Better than anything mentioned in this
thread. Good luck. Regards
Norman

Rumdog

11-23-2009, 08:51 PM

Agreed. Bustitup has/had one for sale here ARR.

LiPo Power

11-23-2009, 08:51 PM

Rumdog

11-23-2009, 09:27 PM

here ya go... http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?t=11320

screwball

11-23-2009, 09:53 PM

he sold it........

Jesse J

11-23-2009, 11:57 PM

I agree, that HOR ARTR you found on Ebay is a good deal. Keep in mind it has to travel a long way, so the risk of damage is increased. But I have bought stuff from this guy and you have a pretty good chance of getting your boat in perfect working order.

screwball

11-24-2009, 06:49 AM

alright cool im going to think about it today and then maybe we will buy it tommorow

thanks guys!
James

pbleckert972

11-24-2009, 11:39 AM

I HAVE A RTR 32" HOTR CAT FOR SALE I ONLY PUT IN THE WATER ONE TIME...

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/pittypatty/Mobile%20Uploads/1258052571.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/pittypatty/Mobile%20Uploads/1258052598.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/pittypatty/Mobile%20Uploads/1258052643.jpg

Jesse J

11-24-2009, 11:45 AM

I want that under MY tree!!

pbleckert972

11-24-2009, 11:48 AM

LOL I HAD IT ON HERE FOR SALE BUT DIDNT GET ANY HITS

http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?t=11318