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dag-nabit
05-06-2011, 03:46 PM
These are not a new idea, and I used the DIY "recipe" from Fightercat Racing found here: http://fightercatracing.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=104:res-pvc-boat-stand-recipe&catid=36:resource-articles&Itemid=58
These may be of interest to those who are running longer rudders because the stand provides addition clearance for the rudder and could easily be modified to provide even more clearance if required.
I made the first stand to the exact VEE HULL sizing specs found on the instructions.
I modified the measurements a bit on the second stand to provide a wider stance on the hull.
I figure these cost about $20 +/- for material to build.
For those who haven't seen these before, or those who may be interested in custom fitting one to your Spartan,here are some pics showing some details
ORIGINAL RECIPE
Bunk Positioning
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/785b0fe1.jpg
Rudder Clearance
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/4bed414f.jpg
Joiner Pipe Sizes
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/ac651273.jpg
"CUSTOMIZED" FOR WIDER STANCE ON HULL
NOTE: Cut carry rope an extra 12" long (9 feet) on customized stand
Bunk Positioning
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/1493773b.jpg
Rudder Clearance
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/295da7e4.jpg
Joiner Pipe Sizes
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/5bf9db0d.jpg
Kevin
dag-nabit
05-06-2011, 03:47 PM
CARRY MODE
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w71/daidavies/RC%20Boats/cc4dffad.jpg
Kevin
pescador
05-06-2011, 08:16 PM
Nice work, here's a variation for multiple boats.
Stack mode - each separates into it's own stand.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y126/Pescador58/RC%20Vehicles/5fd6a010-1.jpg
dag-nabit
05-06-2011, 09:03 PM
Now that is a pretty cool idea.
Kevin
spartanonfire
05-06-2011, 09:53 PM
Nice work guys. Gotta make one of those this weekend. Only I'll have to modify it so it fits in my new Viper carry bag I just bought.
Checkmateguy01
05-06-2011, 11:43 PM
That's pretty cool! I've been planning on building a better stand too, the one that comes with the boat is a piece of junk!! Thanks for the plans!
Nice work guys. Gotta make one of those this weekend. Only I'll have to modify it so it fits in my new Viper carry bag I just bought.
Not to hi-jack the thread but i have been looking at the Venom bag too, but i'm a little skeptical about how well the Spartan will really fit, i'd like to see some pics before i buy.
Brushless55
05-07-2011, 10:04 AM
Nice work, here's a variation for multiple boats.
Stack mode - each separates into it's own stand.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y126/Pescador58/RC%20Vehicles/5fd6a010-1.jpg
cool job bro!:thumbup1:
roadrashracing
05-12-2011, 04:18 PM
Great ideas, I took a few and came up with my own, boats have their own stands. And a nice way store store when not in use.
Brushless55
05-12-2011, 05:56 PM
To cool man!
that is the coolest stand yet :thumbup1:
dag-nabit
05-12-2011, 07:39 PM
Great ideas, I took a few and came up with my own, boats have their own stands. And a nice way store store when not in use.
That is a great personalization :thumbup1:
Kevin
Brushless55
05-12-2011, 08:27 PM
personalization?
Hell that's bad ass :rockon2:
Chilli
05-12-2011, 08:46 PM
Here's mine. I drilled through the T fittngs so they slide on the beams and I can adjust the rails as the fleet changes. I hold them in place with a self tapping sheet metal screw. I designed the rack so it just fits inside my 'burban.
Brushless55
05-12-2011, 08:57 PM
Here's mine. I drilled through the T fittngs so they slide on the beams and I can adjust the rails as the fleet changes. I hold them in place with a self tapping sheet metal screw. I designed the rack so it just fits inside my 'burban.
Nice, love the addjustments
I might steel this one :spy:
what is the yellow mono?
roadrashracing
05-12-2011, 09:10 PM
Can this be moved and be called boat storage? Just can fit nothing in my car, I have a mercury sable, worst trunk design ever.
roadrashracing
05-12-2011, 09:15 PM
That is a great personalization :thumbup1:
Kevin
I am glad pipe and fittings are so cheap, I am trying to find some long skinny bins to mount on the sides for tools and battereis and other stuff.
Chilli
05-12-2011, 09:19 PM
Nice, love the addjustments
I might steel this one :spy:
what is the yellow mono?
The yellow mono is (or was) an Aeromarine Titan 33. Good running boat but above 50 mph she ran loose and was a hand full in race water. She triped on a wake last year, split down the side at the seam and the hull flooded. I taped her up to get ready for the next heat and the wet T180 went:flame42:.
Brushless55
05-12-2011, 09:25 PM
The yellow mono is (or was) an Aeromarine Titan 33. Good running boat but above 50 mph she ran loose and was a hand full in race water. She triped on a wake last year, split down the side at the seam and the hull flooded. I taped her up to get ready for the next heat and the wet T180 went:flame42:.
that's what I thought, thanks :thumbup1:
Champy
05-14-2011, 08:59 PM
Here's mine.... thanks for the idea!
http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/Champyman/Spartan/100_0269.jpg
http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/Champyman/Spartan/100_0268.jpg
http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/Champyman/Spartan/100_0265.jpg
KCboater
09-08-2011, 02:10 PM
Great stand!!!!!:thumbup1:
mini max
09-29-2011, 04:17 PM
all great ideas. lowes here i come:rofl::rofl:
KCboater
09-29-2011, 04:24 PM
I built a stand a couple of weeks ago.:thumbup:
dag-nabit
09-29-2011, 05:22 PM
Great job KCboater. I like the idea of the protective guard for the rudder and strut. :thumbup1:
Kevin
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