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properchopper
07-29-2011, 12:18 PM
Here's some builds done for my customers and myself. Enjoy ! [ Need a boat built ? Contact me at rcboatbuild@hotmail.com ]

First : A quartet of FE 30's

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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:08 PM
Mello Yellow :thumbup1: ( a little bling doesn't hurt)


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:17 PM
A little prop de-lifting

Also, notice that my FE30 builds that use T-180's incorporate the right-angle banjo water fittings to allow a 2P battery configuration beside the SC, but also have the motor and SC spaced so that a 1P setup can allow a single battery to fit properly in front as well.


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:25 PM
Flyin' the British Flag :cool:


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:30 PM
The Yellow Rooster !


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:38 PM
Naveed ALWAYS gets a podium finish with this boat :thumbup1:




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properchopper
08-02-2011, 01:45 PM
Allen already had the motor mount fiberglassed in, so I built battery boxes around them and integrated the T-180 mount on them. This'll make a nice P-Mono raceboat.

properchopper
08-02-2011, 02:10 PM
Frank bought this boat partially completed from an OSE member; the stinger was installed offset to the right - had to move it to to the centerline so the shaft would line up with the rail motor-mount(s). To keep the CG as far back as possible on anything from 4S to 6S I fabbed a vertical mount for the T-180 (a first for me :confused2:) but it worked out really nice !
Non-adhesive velcro firmly attached under the box should keep the batt's well in place.


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 02:38 PM
Killer P-Mono Raceboat - Took P-Mono Class Win at H20 Gassers race recently (Actually I only got the win 'cause everyone else lost :huh:)


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properchopper
08-02-2011, 03:37 PM
Had first place in the bag, until :censored: :



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properchopper
08-02-2011, 03:56 PM
Avast Ye Lubbers, Prepare to be Boarded :angry:



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CHIEFY_44
08-03-2011, 03:58 AM
looks good my friend maybe some more close ups of the insides of some of your builds would look killer on here

properchopper
08-03-2011, 09:40 AM
Before and After :


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Got the stinger installed & the rudder backing plate roughed out ( to mount rudder high enough to clear the tabs, the top mounting holes come through above the boat's transom backing plate, so I make a reinforcing piece for extra strength - details, details!). Will shorten stinger, mount the rest of the transom hardware, and start the rails today. :thumbup1:


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CHIEFY_44
08-03-2011, 12:54 PM
Sounds good tony this is one boat i REALLY want to get wet i mean its such a good looking boat even sitting still in the water.

skellyo
08-03-2011, 02:19 PM
I bought this FE30 from Buddy recently and the build quality is awesome!


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Not sure why the pics don't show up?

properchopper
08-03-2011, 04:16 PM
[QUOTE=skellyo;344603]I bought this FE30 from Buddy recently and the build quality is awesome!



Thanks Sean, should be a great runner; Enjoy !

Tony

properchopper
08-03-2011, 04:25 PM
Stinger shortened, hardware mounted with all holes sealed, note reinforced upper rudder bolt internal transom backing plate just for added strength since the upper bolts miss the existing transom backing plate. :smile: Wil start on rails after my midday nap

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Brushless55
08-03-2011, 08:05 PM
Had first place in the bag, until :censored: :



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Love the facelift on this one!

v-spec
08-03-2011, 11:18 PM
Tony's builds are awesome guys and he spends a lot of time on them as if they were all his own boats. I've seen almost all of these boats in person and they are 2nd to none! :thumbup:

properchopper
08-04-2011, 08:11 PM
Further details of Stephen's IB 34 Mono build in the Boatbuilding Forum, thanks for looking :thumbup1:

Tony

Oh, and thanks for the kind words :tiphat:

properchopper
08-10-2011, 04:25 PM
Allen's sharp looking Yellow/Black FE30 - A "menacing" looking racer :spy:

Motor's a mock-up ; will replace with the right KV motor tomorrow. Allen'll add the velcro on delivery.

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properchopper
08-19-2011, 03:36 PM
Stephen's Mono ready-to-race. Stephen will add his signature British graphics when delivered. ( full build details in the boatbuilding section).

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properchopper
08-21-2011, 11:45 PM
Stephen's Mono with Graphics. Sweet !

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A pair of beauties !

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properchopper
08-23-2011, 04:49 PM
Todd wisely chose to go with the Castle/Neu 1515 1Y - T-180 combo. The T-180 was narrowed with 90 degree banjoes to allow for 2P power. High torque EXI D226F servo and the FlySky GT3b radio. Todd has some cool graphics/wraps planned and this boat will really stand out !!

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Tony
rcboatbuild@hotmail.com

properchopper
08-26-2011, 06:02 PM
Stephen wanted a dedicated P-Ltd rig, so off we went. Blueprinting the motor wires revealed melted insulation inside the endbell which was sure to cause a big problem (see : "Blueprinting UL-1 motor wires" in the "TIPS" forum.)

Servo rod pass-through is aluminum tube with short bellows. Motor and Turnigy T-120 with an extra cap provide the spec motivation. Velcro will be added for a 1P 4S battery.

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properchopper
08-26-2011, 06:05 PM
The hatch gets retention tabs, and she's ready for some P-Ltd LSH racing once Stephen adds his signature graphics:thumbup1:

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CHIEFY_44
08-26-2011, 06:50 PM
Looks good as ever tony, you never let people down, top class build as usual

CHIEFY_44
08-28-2011, 11:58 PM
My second fe30 had its first wet today and went perfect, another TOP SHELF build from tony, thank you brother keep up the good work. Now I need to find me some union jack decals for it (dont look right without them) thank tony.

properchopper
08-29-2011, 12:17 AM
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Looks pretty nice as it is :thumbup1:

CHIEFY_44
08-29-2011, 12:43 AM
Well gotta make it look as good as the build bro cannot let what I do spoil the boat.

properchopper
09-20-2011, 04:39 PM
Robert wanted to start out with spec power with the option to go P-Sport later. I totally agree - start out learning the ways of Sport Hydro's and power up later.


Setting the strut height with nifty guage, tube for servo-rod pass through ( gives clearance for rod to articulate without binding) and makes for easy to attach bellows. Nylon shear bolt add-on is a must.


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properchopper
09-20-2011, 04:46 PM
Robert has his own UL-1 motor, SC, & servo. I mocked up with my spares. Front hatch retention tabs for safety's sake.

The FE30 has lots of interior room for a clean layout. Looks great in RED !

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Need one built ? rcboatbuild@hotmail.com :wink:

sailr
09-20-2011, 06:13 PM
Dang Tony, you do killer work! Very nice. love the idea of the banjoes on the t-180!

properchopper
09-20-2011, 07:15 PM
Dang Tony, you do killer work! Very nice. love the idea of the banjoes on the t-180!

Thanks, Jim :tiphat: After many decades of building radical choppers, creatively fabbing boats suits my "golden years" way better.

properchopper
10-10-2011, 08:15 PM
Naveed finally added a FE 30 to his fleet ; nice build with the trusty Leo 4074 & T-180. But wait : Look what Nav dropped off for me to build :ohmy:

The FE 30 (waiting for velcro) : (bottom picture)


I have an IB 34 Mono on the bench for a customer, then I'll turn this :

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Into This for Naveed:

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Pictures don't do this Toysport beauty justice !!

leo_home
10-19-2011, 12:49 PM
Hello Tony,

Joe introduce you to me. Nice to discuss with you.

Leo

properchopper
10-20-2011, 01:16 PM
A Drifter S for P-Ltd. Offshore SAW race. Did 63.114 mph with spec power !

[Edit : The Drifter S now holds the NAMBA LSO SAW record at 67.771 mph with a 71 mph pass left on the table]

and

a Mean Machine for P-Ltd. Offshore heat racing

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properchopper
11-04-2011, 10:20 AM
Latest addition to my own fleet; a Jersey Skiff !! Once I finish two scheduled customer builds, this one will be rigged with an AQ 1800KV motor for JS spec racing. More to come once I get the build started.

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Steven Vaccaro
11-04-2011, 10:38 AM
Latest addition to my own fleet; a Jersey Skiff !! Once I finish two scheduled customer builds, this one will be rigged with an AQ 1800KV motor for JS spec racing. More to come once I get the build started.

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Tony, Remy was trying to sell me on carrying those. What do you think of them?

properchopper
11-04-2011, 11:07 AM
Steven, I'm really excited to see how they work out. Definitely not for everyone, won't appeal to the go-fasters, but for those that like scale looks, and want some fun, these should be the ticket. Personally, I'm looking forward to having a race class that isn't at warp speed. [ There should be three boats at WWVIII and wer'e hoping to run some heats] .The built in handling "challanges" should make for an interesting driving experience {and I mean that in a good way}. I believe there's real potential here for the growth of this category, and the thread on RRR shows some developing interest from that quarter.The quality is excellent, btw, and they should be easy to rig and a nice creative outlet for paint/graphics. Incidently, I just caught your announcement of the center-mount SPD rudders and they look really perfect for this application, although they'd be side-mounted.

sailr
11-04-2011, 12:08 PM
What are the specs on the skiff and who makes it?

properchopper
11-04-2011, 12:30 PM
What are the specs on the skiff and who makes it?

It's bigger than your average breadbox (32"). Bare hull with 4" rails : 3.888 lbs. Aeromarine Laminates. See thread in main forum.

Brushless55
11-04-2011, 05:41 PM
Latest addition to my own fleet; a Jersey Skiff !! Once I finish two scheduled customer builds, this one will be rigged with an AQ 1800KV motor for JS spec racing. More to come once I get the build started.

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that is cool Tony!!

properchopper
11-19-2011, 08:41 PM
Ted wanted a solid P-Mono. The IB 34 should do the trick with a Neu 1521 1.5D !

Herve (cacaphonix) made a beautiful 4" rail mount which I showcased by contouring the rails to its curves.


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properchopper
11-19-2011, 08:50 PM
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Speedmaster stinger, shortened, dual water pickup rudder with dual outlets :

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Tight layout inside with top-mounted T-180 :

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Sleek, Strong, and Sexy !! :

Brushless55
11-19-2011, 09:26 PM
Nice job Tony! :thumbup1:

HydroMike
11-20-2011, 12:10 AM
Yes its bad when I'm just 5 mins from his store kinda makes it harder. He did talk me into one though when I get the 20whiplash done that one will be next. Good looking builds
Steven, I'm really excited to see how they work out. Definitely not for everyone, won't appeal to the go-fasters, but for those that like scale looks, and want some fun, these should be the ticket. Personally, I'm looking forward to having a race class that isn't at warp speed. [ There should be three boats at WWVIII and wer'e hoping to run some heats] .The built in handling "challanges" should make for an interesting driving experience {and I mean that in a good way}. I believe there's real potential here for the growth of this category, and the thread on RRR shows some developing interest from that quarter.The quality is excellent, btw, and they should be easy to rig and a nice creative outlet for paint/graphics. Incidently, I just caught your announcement of the center-mount SPD rudders and they look really perfect for this application, although they'd be side-mounted.

HydroMike
11-20-2011, 12:14 AM
What are the specs on the skiff and who makes it?aeromarine is who makes it will get specs for u Monday as I will have mine then

properchopper
11-27-2011, 06:37 PM
Finally got it done !

Rearwheelin Randy CF motor mount with CF speed control mount on top of motor mount.

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CF servo mount keeps servo tucked away but accessable. Note CF transom reinforcing plate.

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CF battery trays and nifty shaft support.

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Batteries secured with velcro one-wrap. Flood chamber makes this asymetrical.

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properchopper
11-27-2011, 06:42 PM
Now Naveed has two Tritons; the Euro stepped hull & the non-stepped, wider hull. Lucky Guy !!



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properchopper
12-15-2011, 05:12 PM
Done ! Made an ez-in/ez-out motor mount. Waiting for "Born in the USA" graphics & some drivers.

Will get wet soon & I'll post vid's. Should be a wild ride !!!

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CHIEFY_44
12-15-2011, 05:14 PM
looks awesome tony, now i need to see it on the water

Brushless55
12-15-2011, 09:27 PM
that looks awesome Tony!

desmobob
12-15-2011, 10:19 PM
I can't wait to see a video of that thing! If it's anything like the full-scale skiffs, it should be a hoot....

Take it easy,
desmobob

properchopper
12-29-2011, 02:10 PM
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz9eLoXGSew

I'm in love !! Can't wait to race it. Some tightening up the trim & CG, but that's how they roll !

CHIEFY_44
12-29-2011, 11:18 PM
Hey Tony looks good and not slow either so now I need to git myself one and that will be another friendly race we can have lol. Just gonna have to wait till I get that 295 here and built first :-). Hope you all had great day at Joes would have loved to been there but other things had to be done first.

properchopper
09-21-2012, 11:18 PM
Just love this boat. Finished Second Place P-Ltd Cat Sprint at the NAMBA FE Nationals last June (behind the inimitable Snowman's MC). Now competing in the D19 Cat Sprints.

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properchopper
09-21-2012, 11:24 PM
Still workin' out the bugs. Hope to have it dialed in for P-Ltd 1/6 (almost scale) Crackerbox Exibition Class in AZ next Feb.

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properchopper
09-21-2012, 11:31 PM
My customer Cameron wanted a good handling Cat with decent sport runtime, so single Leo 4082 2000KV motor should get the job done on 4S

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properchopper
10-19-2012, 06:56 PM
Jim and Art wanted IMPBA/NAMBA legal FE30's to run/race.

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properchopper
12-01-2012, 08:23 PM
Tailfins ? What Tailfins ??????????



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dana
12-01-2012, 08:27 PM
Looks cool. Ul1 fins? How long you think they will stay on?

properchopper
12-01-2012, 08:38 PM
hand-made motor mount side plates, esc wire enclosed in rect. tubing :

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solid cooling lines :

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flex lube shield :

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Speedmaster 60/90 dual pickup rudder (trimmed) and strut (converted from 1/4" to 3/16")

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Setup : Neu 1521 1.5D
FCR 240A Esc
Dinogy 4S2P 5000mah 65/C/130C
Oct 447/3 to 450/3 easy 60mph

Want one built ?

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Tony :smile:
rcboatbuild@hotmail.com

properchopper
04-14-2013, 02:46 PM
This one went "Down Under" [ to Australia, not the water surface:wink:] Terry's adding his own electronics

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properchopper
04-14-2013, 02:51 PM
Tearing up Aloha-Land with a big TP-4082

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properchopper
04-14-2013, 02:55 PM
This one's going to Chile :rockon2:

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leo_home
06-05-2013, 06:19 PM
:thumbup1:Wonderful paint work/decoration.

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czegard
06-05-2013, 07:10 PM
:thumbup1:Wonderful paint work/decoration.

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Also runs great.

Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk 2

properchopper
06-13-2013, 10:08 AM
FE30 ready to rig for P-Ltd Sport Hydro

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properchopper
06-13-2013, 10:12 AM
FE30 going down under (to Australia) rigged for P-Sport Hydro with a Neu 1515 1Y

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Rocstar
06-13-2013, 11:10 AM
Awesome Sir! :thumbup1:
I had the opportunity to check out one of these hulls recently and was very impressed with the quality and finish. If I ever get the urge to build a hydro, this would be the one.

properchopper
06-13-2013, 11:27 AM
Awesome Sir! :thumbup1:
I had the opportunity to check out one of these hulls recently and was very impressed with the quality and finish. If I ever get the urge to build a hydro, this would be the one.

Thanks Joel. The FE30 derives its pedigree from the world-class line of big gas racers at Insane Boats - Jeff is a perfectionist and the lessons learned from his big boats filters down to the FE models. At the just-run FE Nationals, an FE30 took class First Places in both P-Ltd Sport Hydro AND P-Sport Hydro :thumbup1:

properchopper
06-14-2013, 09:17 PM
Just had to build this hotrod for myself :thumbup1:

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First wet [ needed some rudder trim adjusting and a more serious prop ]

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tlandauer
06-14-2013, 10:32 PM
Tony, as usual, what a wonderful build! Looks awesome!:rockon2: Love that water outlet!:buttrock: Man, that boat handles like a Ferrari.

detox
06-15-2013, 09:48 AM
That hull looks fast and stable. I have seen a lot of very loose boats in this class. Half do not finish heat.

properchopper
06-15-2013, 11:36 AM
That hull looks fast and stable. I have seen a lot of very loose boats in this class. Half do not finish heat.

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My other JC30 (current P-Ltd Mono NAMBA SAW record holder) out for a stroll in "mild" chop :unsure:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkiTfVT1LaE

properchopper
08-24-2013, 05:40 PM
Dave wants to race P-Ltd. with the option of changing motors to go P-Sport. Narrowed the T-180 to allow 4S2P batteries to fit beside the ESC. A .150 cable with teflon is installed with the option of pulling out the teflon and putting in a .187 cable I supplied trimmed to fit to "convert" to the P-Sport configuration with a bigger motor..

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Motor mount, quickchange servo mount, solid waterline to clear servo mechanism, matching blue servo rod

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ESC platform keeps ESC off bottom in case of slosh

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Sharp blue hull. Dave special-ordered early-style cowl instead of later model turbine cowl.

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properchopper
12-09-2013, 02:18 PM
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To replace his last one that "got away", Dave had me build this gorgeous ballistic missle. A TP Power motor, T-120, and Dinogy 65C/130C 2S 5000's and considerable attention to detail including carbon/kevlar inlays this should be entirely capable of low-earth orbit :thumbup1:



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Brushless55
12-09-2013, 03:35 PM
Looks good Tony!
What size motor and kv?

rickwess
12-09-2013, 03:59 PM
Any inside pics? How much harder is it working on the smaller hulls?

HydroMike
12-09-2013, 08:38 PM
Looks good tony

properchopper
12-10-2013, 12:37 PM
Motor : TP POWER 2935 6Y 2270KV

It seems that the small hulls take much longer ; this one took 3 weeks (but it was worth the extra time - I'm really proud of this build:thumbup1:)

Thanks Mike !

srislash
12-10-2013, 01:56 PM
That looks sweet Tony.

properchopper
12-10-2013, 04:05 PM
That looks sweet Tony.

Thanks Shawn - I poured my heart into this one :Peace_Sign:

srislash
12-11-2013, 12:14 AM
Thanks Shawn - I poured my heart into this one :Peace_Sign:

So do those scoops come with those hulls or an option? Been keeping an eye on scoops but nothing has struck my fancy yet. Those ones look great on there.

TristanJones
02-06-2014, 08:22 AM
You do great work Tony. I hope Jeff hasnt shipped my hull already so you can get mine ready for me.

properchopper
02-09-2014, 01:53 PM
Steve's crossing over to the "sparky" side. His MM V2 should be a great start.

TP Power 4050 3Y 2220KV ; T-180 ; 4S2P ; Spd hardware. I kept the layout super sanitary :thumbup1:
(Steve'll add his own graphics)

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rayzerdesigns
02-12-2014, 05:08 PM
guess ur gonna have to build my mean machine for me

properchopper
02-15-2014, 05:55 PM
Steve's next entry into the "sparky" side : A P-Ltd Sport FE30. This green on black hull is so strikingly bright that Steve'll need sunglasses just to look at it (pictures don't do it justice) - I think there's Kryptonite in the gelcoat :biggrin:

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I configured the layout to allow a single 4S 5000 in front of the ESC or 2 X 2S 5000's in series

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Graphics will be added soon

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TheShaughnessy
02-18-2014, 01:58 AM
I like how you put flotation in every possible spot. Must come from experience. :bash:

properchopper
02-22-2014, 04:28 PM
Tristan wisely chose the TP Power 3Y 2220KV motor / Swordy Pro 220A+ combo. This should be a ballistic missle !

Laser employed to find/align stuffing tube slot to the strut. Perfect alignment to the motor collet means less vibration/noise/parasitic driveline drag

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TristanJones
02-22-2014, 10:59 PM
That is officially a bad ass mofo.
Thank you very much Tony, you build a mean boat.
Anyone thinking about using the service Tony provides would be mad not to. great price, better work, 100% awesome comunication.
Pleasure to deal with!

mitchesx
02-27-2014, 01:05 PM
Tony - I just saw these! Awesome! Looking forward to spring! I echo Tristan's comments! I'm so happy with Tony and his work, I asked him to build my skiff. Plans are already in motion! Thanks again Tony!


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properchopper
04-05-2014, 02:47 PM
Dave's in for some serious good times once he gets this on the water (after some paint/graphics). I firmly believe that the FE Jersey Skiffs are the best-kept secret in FE for pure fun on the water :thumbup1:

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properchopper
04-05-2014, 03:00 PM
This was a last-minute entry to beat my existing NAMBA P-Ltd Mono SAW record. I might have done better (my current record with the JetChopper30 still stands) had I remembered to bring my batteries to the course for the one day I had to defend the record :doh:.

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properchopper
04-05-2014, 03:36 PM
As I'm updating this thread I feel it's ProperChopper appropriate to finally give due respect to this amazing boat- a three-time NAMBA SAW Record Holder : P-Ltd Offshore 67.771mph; P-Ltd Cat original record 66.176mph and current P-Ltd Cat record of 67.060mph. [Plus three fast passes of 71mph:ohmy:]

Thanks to Mike (Chili) for long ago selling me this hull and "Snowman" Brian B. for providing the "El-Kabongo" record prop:thumbup1:

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Few hulls fully "Air Out" like an H&M :sneaky2:

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On the way to a record (not theses passes but close)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4CDKEKzwdE

Brushless55
04-07-2014, 03:45 PM
This week is our first race of the season and I have a FE30 to try out in limited Hydro for the first time :biggrin:

TristanJones
04-07-2014, 04:09 PM
Thanks Tony!!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTgCT-O8nu4

mitchesx
04-07-2014, 04:21 PM
This one's mine too!


Dave's in for some serious good times once he gets this on the water (after some paint/graphics). I firmly believe that the FE Jersey Skiffs are the best-kept secret in FE for pure fun on the water :thumbup1:

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properchopper
04-14-2014, 03:58 PM
Heading up to Canada :canada:

"Pure as the Driven Snow" in white - :

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All builds are leak tested before releasing to owner :

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Interior Layout for P-Sport:

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Tony
rcboatbuild@hotmail.com


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properchopper
05-08-2014, 12:20 PM
Love this color !

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Laser technique for finding stuffing tube hole location that perfectly aligns stuffing tube/flex with strut entry

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properchopper
05-08-2014, 12:33 PM
shaft polished & sealed with GFlex

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TP 4050 3Y & Swordfish 220A 6S Pro with sharp looking black finned cooler + 90 degree fittings to keep waterlines, which tuck into holes pre-drilled in motor mount neat & tight. Solid brass waterline carries past servo arm to prevent interferance with arm. Traxxas waterproof servo, and at customer's request, the Traxxas waterproof Rx enclosure


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Tony
rcboatbuild@hotmail.com

HydroMike
05-08-2014, 09:25 PM
I agree tony
Dave's in for some serious good times once he gets this on the water (after some paint/graphics). I firmly believe that the FE Jersey Skiffs are the best-kept secret in FE for pure fun on the water :thumbup1:

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mitchesx
07-19-2014, 09:37 PM
I ran my FE30 set up by Tony today for the first time. All I can say is WOW!! It ran great, came in dry, I could not be happier. If anyone is thinking about a new boat and on the fence as to whether or not to ask Properchopper to set it up, I recommend him highly! I am glad I went to him for the FE30, Mean Machine, and my skiff. Thanks Tony!

Fluid
07-19-2014, 09:45 PM
Several of my club members had Tony build their FE-30s and they were great boats! Tony is my friend but honestly, he does great builds and I have shamelessly stolen several build ideas from him....


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properchopper
07-21-2014, 03:44 PM
Wow - thanks for the kind words :thumbup1:. I work hard to deliver strongly built, well tuned builds. Takes time, lots of attention to detail and some creativity thrown in for good measure.

An FE30 on the bench with customer-supplied Leo motor (servo for alignment purposes only)

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mitchesx
08-03-2014, 05:55 PM
FINALLY got my second outing of the season today... All I can say is WOW! This boat was incredibly fast out of the box. Had a hard time keeping it on the water, but I think I am just a few adjustments and a little work on the COG away and it will be awesome. What a great platform to start from. Nice job! My Fe30 was out today too, and that boat is just consistent. Thanks Tony! Bring on the Skiff!



Steve's crossing over to the "sparky" side. His MM V2 should be a great start.

TP Power 4050 3Y 2220KV ; T-180 ; 4S2P ; Spd hardware. I kept the layout super sanitary :thumbup1:
(Steve'll add his own graphics)

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properchopper
08-05-2014, 12:56 PM
Thanks again Sir. Every boat needs a little fine tuning of the settings to find the sweet spot for your individual running style. Enjoy :thumbup1:

mitchesx
08-12-2014, 09:18 PM
Here is a video of the Mean Machine that Tony set up for me. This boat really moves! I hit the thermal barrier at the end of the run, so I'm gonna have to prop it down. Tony did a great job, and thanks to my special someone for taking the video. We lost the focus, but you'll definitely get the idea!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2rt6sH8jwE

Luck as a Constant
08-12-2014, 09:20 PM
Yesway

properchopper
08-12-2014, 09:59 PM
Here is a video of the Mean Machine that Tony set up for me. This boat really moves! I hit the thermal barrier at the end of the run, so I'm gonna have to prop it down. Tony did a great job, and thanks to my special someone for taking the video. We lost the focus, but you'll definitely get the idea!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2rt6sH8jwE

Steve,

Thanks for posting the vid - It's definitely rewarding for me to see one of my builds run so nicely - Your MM is WAAY fast & corners on RAILS - I really hadn't expected it to be that fast :biggrin: To unload the powerplant with that prop you can raise the strut vertically a bit ; 1/8" to even 1/4" BUT probably easier to prop down & test.

ron1950
08-13-2014, 05:57 PM
tony and I have been trying to get the skiff class going for awhile now..its really good in fla now with 4 or 5 boats here is a fun run with mine a few months ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=copS0hZjxR0

properchopper
08-13-2014, 08:14 PM
tony and I have been trying to get the skiff class going for awhile now..its really good in fla now with 4 or 5 boats here is a fun run with mine a few months ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=copS0hZjxR0

Yours runs really, really nice - good job ! I still can't get anyone out here on the FE skiff bandwagon:crying: I still have the fresh yellow hull available BTW.

mitchesx
08-13-2014, 09:07 PM
I have one... I just don't race...

jaike5
09-07-2014, 07:20 AM
Heading up to Canada :canada:

"Pure as the Driven Snow" in white - :

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All builds are leak tested before releasing to owner :

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Interior Layout for P-Sport:

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Tony
rcboatbuild@hotmail.com


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Well Tony,........... this FE30 is extremely quick and smooth riding. Don't know what else to say but Thanks Man !!:biggrin:

ron1950
09-07-2014, 09:00 AM
tony where do u get your o rings for the stuffing tube epoxy seal?

Fluid
09-07-2014, 10:41 AM
I get mine in the plumbing department of ACE Hardware....



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Luck as a Constant
09-07-2014, 10:54 AM
I get mine in the plumbing department of ACE Hardware....



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Yup. They can be found in the plumbing section of any hardware store


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properchopper
09-08-2014, 12:05 PM
I get mine in the plumbing department of ACE Hardware....




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hilyfe
09-26-2014, 04:27 PM
Nice looking boats
I sent in my email inquiry :)

properchopper
12-29-2014, 03:43 PM
This one is going to be Fasssst !!!

4S2P / Neu 1515 1Y 2200KV / T-180 V3

Latest T-180 (V3) needs cooling line re-directed 180 degrees for ESC in front of motor setup

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ESC now has On/Off switch
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All that's needed with this color boat are the reindeer !

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properchopper
01-03-2015, 05:06 PM
This one is going to be Fasssst !!!

4S2P / Neu 1515 1Y 2200KV / T-180 V3

Latest T-180 (V3) needs cooling line re-directed 180 degrees for ESC in front of motor setup

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Some outdoor Beauty Shots

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srislash
01-03-2015, 08:59 PM
Looks great in the sun Tony (I hear reindeer are afraid of it) hehe.

properchopper
01-04-2015, 01:43 PM
Looks great in the sun Tony (I hear reindeer are afraid of it) hehe.


Thanks Shawn. The gelcoat finish from Insane is gorgeous [until the first race:crying:]

properchopper
04-04-2015, 02:06 PM
Headed up North to do battle :wink:

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Turbine cowl for Nitro isn't FE "tape-down friendly"

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Rear exit trimmed, filled in, deck added along with anodized thumbscrew cowl hold-downs. Speedmaster .60/.90 dual pickup rudder (shortened some) and .250 strut (used with .250 flex stepped to 3/16") :

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Tyler G. modded Schulze 40.160 powering Neu 1527 1Y. Also visible the Mike P. designed in-sponson battery platform lengthened for more battery placement CG leeway. (Batteries are custom made Giant Power/Dinogy 3S 5000 tandems) Motor cooling can waterline fittings upgraded to larger 5mm 90 degree ones and rear entry located to top (to clear motor mount side plate)

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inside/rear with custom motor mount and extended mini-rails for lengthened bonding surface.

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properchopper
09-22-2015, 05:21 PM
Miguel wanted a winning raceboat. NZ rules require no more than 6Kmah on board so we had a TP Power 4040 7D built to spin the moneymaker without eating too many electrons. Patric (Yurkanip) did the hard part & I finished-rigged it by adding some touches of my own.

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NZ rules require a safety loop. I fabbed one out of two ZippKitt radio box bellow seals and a pair of CC 6.5 bullets. Once constructed they just drop in and fasten tightly from beneath

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polished rear hardware

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properchopper
11-06-2015, 02:48 PM
"One Flew East, One Flew West, One Flew Over The Cookoo's Nest"

P-Class : TP 4060 , Swordfish 220A, 4S2P : Clean and simple

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properchopper
11-06-2015, 02:57 PM
TP Power 4060 / Swordfish 220A / 4S2P harness with 6S Adapter

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4S2P harness :
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Snuggling for warmth:
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JMSCARD
11-06-2015, 03:26 PM
Dang Tony those Cheetahs look Sweeeeet... love the no nonsense approach!

properchopper
11-06-2015, 04:06 PM
Dang Tony those Cheetahs look Sweeeeet... love the no nonsense approach!

Thanks. It all started with this one (now the NAMBA P-Cat 2-Lap Record Holder) :

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ray schrauwen
11-06-2015, 04:35 PM
Very nice Tony. I really like the Pursuit.

properchopper
11-06-2015, 05:56 PM
Very nice Tony. I really like the Pursuit.

Thanks Ray :Peace_Sign: -

only :

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ray schrauwen
11-06-2015, 10:48 PM
Shaft alignment?

What prop is it intended to turn?

I really like Aussie rules. In Quebec they do similar setups in GP style hydro's. Lots of passion up there and very industrious. They love the Leopard 3674-2200kv, very efficient.

properchopper
11-06-2015, 11:17 PM
Shaft alignment?

What prop is it intended to turn?

I really like Aussie rules. In Quebec they do similar setups in GP style hydro's. Lots of passion up there and very industrious. They love the Leopard 3674-2200kv, very efficient.

The motor is just sitting in the boat in this picture, not fastened front or rear.

I don't remember what prop :noidea:

I'm very "close" to TP Power:wink: and they're very good motors - a step up from Leo as I see it....

properchopper
12-22-2015, 08:09 PM
On its way North, Customer crossing over to the FE Side :thumbup1:

TP Power, Swordy ESC :thumbup:

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ray schrauwen
12-22-2015, 09:17 PM
Any more details? Like motor size and kv? What is the distance from inside transom to front of motor? I have a Pursuit needing to be built for some time.

srislash
12-22-2015, 09:28 PM
Nice and clean Tony! :rockon2: looks like she'll stay on track in the corners too.

zooma
12-22-2015, 10:56 PM
Any more details? Like motor size and kv? What is the distance from inside transom to front of motor? I have a Pursuit needing to be built for some time.

Motor looks a lot farther back than in an ARF Pursuit. So, he can put the batts forward. Sounds like you have a bare hull to start with.

properchopper
12-22-2015, 11:28 PM
Any more details? Like motor size and kv? What is the distance from inside transom to front of motor? I have a Pursuit needing to be built for some time.

Ray : TP 4060 5D 2040KV (OSE Special wind). This motor in P-Mono heat racing trim can spin anything from a 447/2 all the way up to a 450/3 or even a 452/2. I advised my customer to go with the really nice OSE CNC 448/3 and that prop should ROCK on the oval with this build.

Years ago Randy convinced me of the benefits of rear motor placement. I mock up EVERYTHING with the rear hdwr installed & mark the motor position as far rear as practical giving access to the collet with room for the batteries to be slid fore/aft to adjust CG for different race conditions, then bond everything in place. I shipped the boat this morning & can't give a measurement - maybe this picture helps

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properchopper
12-22-2015, 11:37 PM
Nice and clean Tony! :rockon2: looks like she'll stay on track in the corners too.

Shawn, Thanks & good call on the corner tracking! I use the longish SPD 40/60 rudder trimmed down + the El Giganto XXL turn fins . Racing experience teaches that cornering hard & fast in bouncy racewater requires keeping the metal well submerged in the water while navigating the slopchop rounding the buoys - (not that critical for the zoom-zoom rigs)

srislash
12-23-2015, 12:53 AM
Any more details? Like motor size and kv? What is the distance from inside transom to front of motor? I have a Pursuit needing to be built for some time.

Sorry Tony but perhaps I can be of help on the rear mounted motor Pursuit issue. Here is mine Ray, I still run it and it runs well http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?44001-The-quot-Bling-Rocket-quot-build&highlight=

I can get measurements if you like.

ray schrauwen
12-23-2015, 09:00 AM
Thanks Tony. It's enough info along with Srislash.

Tony, I have a Neu 1521 1.5d. I don't think I gain much by using a TP 4060 like you. Both turn similar props.

Thanks guys. First get the wood boats done then this one, yes its bare.

Doby
12-23-2015, 10:00 AM
Ray : TP 4060 5D 2040KV (OSE Special wind). This motor in P-Mono heat racing trim can spin anything from a 447/2 all the way up to a 450/3 or even a 452/2. I advised my customer to go with the really nice OSE CNC 448/3 and that prop should ROCK on the oval with this build.

Years ago Randy convinced me of the benefits of rear motor placement. I mock up EVERYTHING with the rear hdwr installed & mark the motor position as far rear as practical giving access to the collet with room for the batteries to be slid fore/aft to adjust CG for different race conditions, then bond everything in place. I shipped the boat this morning & can't give a measurement - maybe this picture helps

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Fluid
12-23-2015, 10:37 AM
Like Tony, I like to mount the motor in the rear when practical. For example, the cable on my 10S cat is only about 9" long total length, works great. My Titan 40 cable is about 11". Rear mounting can work very well.


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properchopper
12-23-2015, 11:56 AM
Thanks Tony. It's enough info along with Srislash.

Tony, I have a Neu 1521 1.5d. I don't think I gain much by using a TP 4060 like you. Both turn similar props.

Thanks guys. First get the wood boats done then this one, yes its bare.

Ray,

Here's my take, based not so much on empirical data but "seat of the pants" racing experience :

Several years ago the "go-to" P-Mono motor was the 1515 1Y 2200KV motor. Still very viable in most P-Mono hulls & especially quick in the light & agile Cyberstorm/Pursuit. Then the "bigger must be better" movement took hold & many went to 1521 1.5D 1890KV - like a good sheep I did (see vid) and could swing a bigger wheel, especially a 3-blade which accelerates like mad out of the turns. Tyler& Mark went with the 2300KV 1527 and could rocket past the pack until terminal racewater speed-wobbles did unkind things to their finishing potential. Any of these (1515 1Y, 1521 1.5D, TP Power 4060 5D, 1527 2300KV) will get you into turn one. Anything can (and will) happen after that :unsure:

Cyberstorm P-Mono Testing with 1521 1.5D before "elephant ears" XXL turn fins installed : (guessing a 447/2)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybF3Haw4NVk

rayzerdesigns
07-16-2016, 12:03 PM
Now if we can get u to race that thing.. Lol. Hard to go wrong with the 1521 1890kv.. Though I have tested the 1527 2300 kv..which is prob 5mph faster.. But at that speed it's hard to hold on to.. With the 1521. It's a proven race winner

properchopper
07-16-2016, 02:56 PM
Now if we can get u to race that thing.. Lol. Hard to go wrong with the 1521 1890kv.. Though I have tested the 1527 2300 kv..which is prob 5mph faster.. But at that speed it's hard to hold on to.. With the 1521. It's a proven race winner

Ray, you know that I entered P-Mono at the last race. No one (besides you ?) did. I was just as disappointed.

Agree on motors. I run in my IB34 the 1521 1.5D. Mark's (almost identical IB34 runs the 1527 2300. Pretty sure Tyler's Cyber did too.) Here I outpulled Mark coming out of the turns (using the whopping 450/3) , even let Mark pass after he got a 1-Lap for smacking the buoy and Tyler's Cyber bellied up in the slop. Pedaled to the win :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0ixeztr-wE

properchopper
09-16-2016, 12:35 PM
Headed to a magical kingdom where forward thinking racers have opened the door to motors not (yet?) approved for P-Ltd.

Powered by the TP Power 3630 and the very nice OSE 150A Raider ESC :

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(more details on the OSE Boat Builder Thread:wink:)

Tails Up
09-16-2016, 01:33 PM
An Insane is on my wish list.

ray schrauwen
09-16-2016, 08:28 PM
Nice Tony, what kind of motor would you suggest for an ML Boatworks 310 rigger? I've got lots of time to decide, your input is appreciated. I sorta like the HET 700-68-2250kv but lots of choices.

properchopper
09-17-2016, 12:56 PM
Nice Tony, what kind of motor would you suggest for an ML Boatworks 310 rigger? I've got lots of time to decide, your input is appreciated. I sorta like the HET 700-68-2250kv but lots of choices.

Ray,

I have some answers - I'll post on the ELECTRONICS TALK/ Motors Q & A sub-forum :cool: