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FighterCat57
11-05-2010, 09:50 AM
OK, prototypes are en-route!

Still working on the 3/16" version, but worst case can drill/insert a Speedmaster bushing.

RCKong
11-05-2010, 10:16 AM
FC, very interested in these, they look tight.
RCK

Alfa Spirit
11-05-2010, 10:24 AM
Use an adapter 4mm => 3/16"

FighterCat57
11-05-2010, 10:29 AM
Use an adapter 4mm => 3/16"

Yep. K&S #128 brass works well as a shim to use 3/16 props.

The hard part is convincing a foreign mfr that imperial fractional measurements are a "standard" worth pursuing.

Still working on it though. :thumbup1:



If we do end up with 4mm, I'll stock up on extra 4mm supplies to fully support 4mm shafts.

battlefury
11-05-2010, 10:51 AM
HI FC, do u have a estimated time for the pre orders? :popcorn2:

FighterCat57
11-05-2010, 10:52 AM
HI FC, do u have a estimated time for the pre orders? :popcorn2:

I'm hoping within the month, but have a 12/1 pre-order date setup.

battlefury
11-05-2010, 10:54 AM
this is really great news. God bless OSE. Thank god for you!

FighterCat57
11-09-2010, 08:33 AM
OK, the order is IN!

Just waiting on the factory now. I have two versions coming. 4mm and 3/16.

Due to the captive nature of the 4mm shaft, it is still a recommended solution for novice/intermediate boaters. 4mm captive 2 piece shafts are much more forgiving for loose couplers than losing an entire cable/dog/prop/nut setup with the 3/16 non-captive stingers.

Again, the 4mm stingers have been machined with extra material that will allow the bushings to be removed and drilled for 3/16" bushing, such as a Speedmaster.

Officially, the clock is ticking! :beerchug:

RayR
11-09-2010, 10:21 AM
Please sign me up for a pair of the 3/16th.

Thanks,

Ray

FighterCat57
11-10-2010, 01:08 PM
Please sign me up for a pair of the 3/16th.

Thanks,

Ray

Pre-orders start 12/1. BUT, I'll put you on the list, cuz I owe ya one. :thumbup1:


Here's a look at the prototype on the Genesis hull;

GP73
11-10-2010, 03:05 PM
I really dig the blue colour on that hull... :thumbup1:

FighterCat57
11-10-2010, 03:12 PM
I really dig the blue colour on that hull... :thumbup1:

That's Bahama Blue and isn't clear coated yet in the photos. Just put the final coat on a few minutes ago. That's the prototype hull. :spy:

=)

RayR
11-10-2010, 04:15 PM
Pre-orders start 12/1. BUT, I'll put you on the list, cuz I owe ya one. :thumbup1:


Here's a look at the prototype on the Genesis hull;

Thank you Sir!

Ray

Jacked1
11-10-2010, 06:07 PM
Sounds like it would be sweet if you could find someone with a lathe that could make some 3/16 stainless steal prop safts for those that were staggered like the 4mm ones so you wouldn't have the problem of losing the prop and everything if the coupler loosens up.

RayR
11-10-2010, 07:30 PM
Sounds like it would be sweet if you could find someone with a lathe that could make some 3/16 stainless steal prop safts for those that were staggered like the 4mm ones so you wouldn't have the problem of losing the prop and everything if the coupler loosens up.

I have heard about loosing a prop shaft many times. However, in running boats for 15 years I have yet to loose one.

Ray

Jacked1
11-10-2010, 08:19 PM
I have heard about loosing a prop shaft many times. However, in running boats for 15 years I have yet to loose one.

Ray

I never have either and got my first one about 11 years ago, But I do hear about a lot of people loosing stuff as well! :confused2: *knock on wood* :Praying:
LOL

FighterCat57
11-24-2010, 12:03 PM
We sent the first batch back, they weren't the right size. They came in 4mm.

They are currently re-working them as 3/16".

I also increased the overall length to 110mm for some extra clearance on the transom.

Will keep this thread updated. As well as the FC site; https://sites.google.com/site/fightercat57/what-s-new

FighterCat57
11-29-2010, 02:12 AM
OK, Just got confirmation they are in production and will be shipped in two weeks. Please feel free to pre-order them; https://sites.google.com/site/fightercat57/hardware/100mm-stingers-4mm

Worse case they'll be at your door 1/1/11. Best case 12/15.

FighterCat57
12-02-2010, 06:15 AM
OK, Just got confirmation they are in production and will be shipped in two weeks. Please feel free to pre-order them; https://sites.google.com/site/fightercat57/hardware/100mm-stingers-4mm

Worse case they'll be at your door 1/1/11. Best case 12/15.


Please pre-order them now if you can. I'm running out of $$ stocking up on parts. Have to get some sales going to pay for new orders. I had to order 100 of these and they upped the cost by 200% after the last order/mistake, so now I'm behind the 8 ball.

Pre-orders are 100% refundable at any time for any reason. :beerchug:

LarrysDrifter
12-02-2010, 12:11 PM
Mine are ordered.waiting anxiously.

FighterCat57
12-02-2010, 12:42 PM
Mine are ordered.waiting anxiously.

You are on the top of the list Larry! :beerchug:

As of now, they should be shipping from the Factory somewhere between the 6th and 10th. I'll keep this thread updated with the latest information. It's been a long time coming. I started this request in September! :eek:

Jacked1
12-02-2010, 04:34 PM
Are the 3/16 one's prop shaft made to accept a square or round flex shafts?

FighterCat57
12-02-2010, 04:42 PM
Are the 3/16 one's prop shaft made to accept a square or round flex shafts?

Both. To use a 1 piece cable, simply remove the hard prop shaft and insert the cable. Will also accept 3/16 078 wire drives.

Good stuff. Works both ways. :beerchug:

Remember the value of a two piece system is not losing the cable/hard prop shaft if the coupler comes loose or cable breaks.

Jacked1
12-02-2010, 05:31 PM
Cool! Are the cables included? I am guessing they are since there are L and R designations. And thanks again Ben! U seriously much have the best customer service of anyone ever!

FighterCat57
12-02-2010, 05:44 PM
Cool! Are the cables included? I am guessing they are since there are L and R designations. And thanks again Ben! U seriously much have the best customer service of anyone ever!

I'll have a set with cables once I get it all sorted out. It'll be 4mm (.150) to 3/16".

Keeping my fingers crossed that the new batch is correct. :Praying:

Jacked1
12-02-2010, 07:28 PM
haha okay sweet! I was worried there wouldn't be cables for left and right rotation, I think i am gonna order some pretty soon!

LarrysDrifter
12-02-2010, 08:09 PM
You are on the top of the list Larry! :beerchug:

As of now, they should be shipping from the Factory somewhere between the 6th and 10th. I'll keep this thread updated with the latest information. It's been a long time coming. I started this request in September! :eek:

Sweet!!Cant wait!!:thumbup:

FighterCat57
12-02-2010, 09:20 PM
Sweet!!Cant wait!!:thumbup:

Ah, OK, Just got a firm date of 12/20.

Apparently they have to make a new aluminum mold for the extended length of the stinger which is pretty expensive. :eek:

I'm laying out close to $5k to have these made, so...
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE pre-order these stingers!
(Just like Larry did. Thanks Larry! )

Tell your friends. Order extra! Tip your waiter! :smile: