Next build: 37" Komodo

[srislash]

Well guys,I have been given the honour of doing the unveiling of a collaborative effort in design to bring this to fruitition.
I give you the KOMODO

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo013.jpg

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo015.jpg

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo004.jpg

And this is the comparison in size.That is my Gieco next to it

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo002-1.jpg
http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo003.jpg


http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo007.jpg

That is a T-600.I am planning on going with Castle 3434's or TP 4083 950kv's

This has been influenced by myself,Tagasagwan,Hydrojerry,JasonCyclone and built by Macdon

[nata2run]

:popcorn2:

[lenny]

:banana:
Will it's about time Mac.:tiphat:

[srislash]

:popcorn2:I may need you and you're talents on this one Kent.

[Jason4636]

Whats the size of this cat? Length and width?

[srislash]

Whats the size of this cat? Length and width?This one is 13" wide and 37" long. It is quite a "stocky" boat.Lots of room for motors,batteries and my personnal favorite,FLOATATION.

[nata2run]

Ha funny, I only got flotation for my big cat today. Naughty I've been running without since I build it. But today I got this big a$$ noodle. Hoping for a quiet moment on the lake

[srislash]

Ha funny, I only got flotation for my big cat today. Naughty I've been running without since I build it. But today I got this big a$$ noodle. Hoping for a quiet moment on the lakeI think my loss gave a few a kick in the *** .I could not have got any more in that sleek hull though. Glad to see you are going to try the big lake Kent.

[nata2run]

Yep definetly going in the big pond!!! its the only way i can test speed, also want to hook up eagle tree and see what shes doing. Shawn, I have to ask...how does this new venture/hull compare to the previous hull? or other cats out there?

[Jason4636]

Who is going to be saling this? Do you know the prices yet?

[srislash]

Yep definetly going in the big pond!!! its the only way i can test speed, also want to hook up eagle tree and see what shes doing. Shawn, I have to ask...how does this new venture/hull compare to the previous hull? or other cats out there?I guess you will have to tag along and help.This is the very first pull.I am hoping that it will be somewhat like a Geico but we tapered the tunnel a little more to hopefully get above 57mph which is where the Geico likes to become a airplane.We were also hoping to get it in rougher water as well.
This is a shot of the ride pads

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/The%20Komodo/Komodo009.jpg

I'm going to the mountains to play with bears and fish for the weekend.:tt2:

[lenny]

:lol:
Have fun,
And whan the bears come after you just do this.:moon:

[Brushless55]

Looks great man!

[Chrisg81983]

Good luck with the Build Shawn

[srislash]

Good luck with the Build ShawnThanks Chris,really tempted to go HV on this one.We'll see soon enough.

[RCKong]

Nice :tiphat:

[airman66285]

I believe that a HV set-up is the way to go for this bad kitty! I will be glued to this build for sure.

[HYDROJERRY]

Awwww, im so glad to see it in the works, We all no youll get her finished up wright shawn:rockon2: hellzz ya ill be watchin this build:banana:

[RCKong]

looks like the boat is about 36" Shaun ? the weight of an HV set up would be alot of weight in that size hull. if it where me (probably will be as soon as I can get one of these) I'd shoot for 6 or 8s for that size boat. Looks like a big GEICO and they handle well.

[srislash]

looks like the boat is about 36" Shaun ? the weight of an HV set up would be alot of weight in that size hull. if it where me (probably will be as soon as I can get one of these) I'd shoot for 6 or 8s for that size boat. Looks like a big GEICO and they handle well.37 3/4" Brian,I thought you might be the other one down there getting one.

[RCKong]

I wish...I'm working on getting a 42" SC together for now.

[HYDROJERRY]

O crap i better start selling stuff now,,hahahaha

[srislash]

Allright,All calls out! I need a pair of stingers to fit this sucker.The mounting surface is 30mm high and has an overhang of 55mm.Anybody have any ideas? I think I can get the mini "click drive"to fit but at 139 euros.I have an MTC mini powertrim on the way and it is still going to need hull mods.

[airman66285]

Man, that sure is a small area to play with for a hull this size. Should one go for the single motor route instead?

[srislash]

Man, that sure is a small area to play with for a hull this size. Should one go for the single motor route instead?Be alot easier.

These may work http://www.horracing.com/product_info.php?products_id=507 One would have to drill them out so as to run a brass tube for a liner than a Speedmaster bushing. I just did this on my Twin Geico and got lucky drilling.This may have more "meat" on them.

[tagasagwan]

WoW! I'm so excited that this bad kitty is being built! Glad you got the very first pull from the mold Shawn! I'm sure it will turn out great! keep those photos coming bud!

Now I got this thread bookmarked! hehehe!

[tagasagwan]

I think these best suits this kitty
3/16 Stinger drives http://www.horracing.com/product_info.php?cPath=49_55_80&products_id=512
150mm Rudder assembly with hydraulic fakes: http://www.horracing.com/product_info.php?cPath=35&products_id=518

Then layup some cf on the inside, then with your nice CF battery, esc, servo holders, this will look wicked!

[srislash]

I should have a set of those stingers here tonight Tag,I also have these here today https://www.mtc-powerboat.de/index.php?lang=en&section=13&produkt=6

I am very tempted to go with a "scale" look rudder and in hull water pick ups.What do you think Kent/Chris?

BTW,Holy *^%# I can see both my work tables

Guess I'm ready to go,or at least get more serious.

[nata2run]

I like the underhull pickups :) works great too

[srislash]

Well Here is a pick of these nice little powertrims

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo001.jpg

But as you can see there is a problem

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo005.jpg

I'm going to try to buy 4mm from these little guys by moving the arm toward the ball socket/pivot point.

My other option here would be to cut the floor of the hull to gain room and glass it back in.Which also wouldn't be the end of the world but...

[tagasagwan]

O crap i better start selling stuff now,,hahahaha

Hahaha! I'm ahead of you bud! I already sold my SM29. The one on my avatar and trying to sell a couple more boats. Oh crap! I should change my avatar now! My SM29 was Mac's ever first FE boat hull build. I will definitely regret selling it! It was our first project when we got to know each other.

[RCKong]

Hey bro looks like an easy fix on the stingers you have... it involves a bunch of filing though (typical). Take off your adjustment rod and grind down the top of the mount
until the stinger is level or just under the sponson. file down the sides of the mount until you can clear the adjustment rod on the top of the mount. Drill a new hole for it and it should fit nicely. Hope it helps.

[srislash]

Thanks Brian,I already picked up a 2.5mm tap and drill bit for that task exactly.Those are bolts in either side on the top part of the arm.So I am off to the drill press.I don't see too much harm in changing that angle. Oh and filing...NOT

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Geico%20Twin/GeicoTwin001.jpg

[tagasagwan]

looks like you're ready for any battle that the Komodo will throw at yah!

[tagasagwan]

Well Here is a pick of these nice little powertrims

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo001.jpg

But as you can see there is a problem

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo005.jpg

I'm going to try to buy 4mm from these little guys by moving the arm toward the ball socket/pivot point.

My other option here would be to cut the floor of the hull to gain room and glass it back in.Which also wouldn't be the end of the world but...

I see the problem Shawn. Cutting it and glassing it may do the trick. A lot of work but it can be done. I'll give Mardon a ring and discuss this. Maybe we can adjust the mold and add 5-7mm relief to it so to give the Komodo some versatility when it comes to stinger choices. We can fill the area in the mold so that the next full will have the desired relief. Do you think that the overhung needs some relief too? if so, how much?

[srislash]

It wouldn't hurt Stephen,I was looking at these stingers but that is a bit pricey http://mbp-rc.de/click-drive_1 139 euro is a bit much a piece.But I think the rear mount would work with maybe a round cut out where the pedestal goes thru and a CF sheet adhered inside on the deck floor.This is probably easier to envision with it in front of me.

BTW New holes drilled and tapped.

[tagasagwan]

It wouldn't hurt Stephen,I was looking at these stingers but that is a bit pricey http://mbp-rc.de/click-drive_1 139 euro is a bit much a piece.But I think the rear mount would work with maybe a round cut out where the pedestal goes thru and a CF sheet adhered inside on the deck floor.This is probably easier to envision with it in front of me.

BTW New holes drilled and tapped.


Those stingers are really cool but the price is burning HOT!:flashfire:

[tagasagwan]

Shawn, this is nice too for $35 smuckaroons. http://www.ebay.com/itm/108mm-adjustable-stinger-drive-3-16-prop-shaft-rc-boat-/140797161280?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20c82a2f40

Plus you can install the base sideways or a bit angled to fit. the problem is, it might be too long at 108mm.

[RayR]

These are 24mm tall and 34 mm wide and 70 mm long

http://www.ebay.com/itm/70mm-adjustable-stinger-drive-4mm-cable-rc-boat-/130474832659?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e60e7f313

[srislash]

These are 24mm tall and 34 mm wide and 70 mm long

http://www.ebay.com/itm/70mm-adjustable-stinger-drive-4mm-cable-rc-boat-/130474832659?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e60e7f313That was a thought that came to me in the night Ray as I just put some on my Geico twin.Still need to be modified to 3/16 from 4mm though.I did successfully accomplish this once(twice I mean) but don't know if I would again with my tools.

[srislash]

So I got an update on the stingers: first i marked them both where I needed to drill

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo004.jpg

I then center punched and then went to the drill press(located across town)

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo005-1.jpg

I then tapped the holes and trimmed the necessary metal to make the arms fit

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo008.jpg

And trimmed excess metal off giving me my 4mm of clearance.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo009-1.jpg

Now to match some tubing to the mount hole and move to the interior.I have ordered a scale 150mm rudder for this.They claim I will see it in a week so I better get on the CF layup and motor mounts and such.

Change:I don't think I will do a CF layup,this hull is plenty strong.

[tagasagwan]

Looking good bro!

[RayR]

That was a thought that came to me in the night Ray as I just put some on my Geico twin.Still need to be modified to 3/16 from 4mm though.I did successfully accomplish this once(twice I mean) but don't know if I would again with my tools.

It's nice having Dave from HRC in our club, he's got all the right stuff for reaming out a strut.

[srislash]

It's nice having Dave from HRC in our club, he's got all the right stuff for reaming out a strut.I'll tell ya,there wasn't much meat left there.I did oversize the hole,put a brass tube in and then a Speedmaster 21 bushing.Works great though.

[RCKong]

Now thats what I'm talking about, nice job on the stingers... those will work for sure, and look heavy duty. where jou get'um ?

[Brushless55]

you do some cool stuff bro!

[srislash]

Now thats what I'm talking about, nice job on the stingers... those will work for sure, and look heavy duty. where jou get'um ? I got them from MTC https://www.mtc-powerboat.de/index.php?lang=en&section=13 They have some nice stuff and a good mid price range.Not HOR but not HPR


you do some cool stuff bro!
Thanks T.

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn she's looking great man keep it going ! I saw a post in the beginning where you were asking kent and I a question sorry for missing that i just been crazy with work and all.. Shoot me an email if that ever happens again I will reply much sooner.

[srislash]

I did a couple more things to these stingers in the bulletproof area(I do seem to overbuild).There was an issue with getting a stuffing tube to fit into the mounting surface of the stinger.So I put an O-ring inside as there is a little relief area there.This bought me enough to squeeze a 11/32 tube in nicely centered.
Next I decided to put a third screw hole to secure the stinger.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/stingers002.jpg

[srislash]

Got the doublers made.I had to make some little pucks so as to make a flush surface for the doublers.This is so that I get good torque transfer for the nuts/bolts of the stingers.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/doublers002.jpg
http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/doublers004.jpg

I know I said I wasn't going to CF this one but I am going to do something to even the interior out.I'm thinking yellow tint and a course weave FG cloth.This with CF mounts and such should look OK. Opinions?

In case you guys are wondering why the pics are dark,It is official:The season has changed in Vancouver.The second one is outside.

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn what is the color scheme for outside

[tagasagwan]

Hmmmmmm.... I don't know but I still love the looks and the strength of having a CF or CF/Kevlar lay-up. On the outside, maybe you can airbrush budlight scheme or something?

[srislash]

Shawn what is the color scheme for outside Well it is going to get a Komodo dragon on the deck,haven't figured out how yet.So he should have turqoise,green,gray(red?).So I am thinking bright for the rest of the hull.I'm sure it will come to me,they always do.I'm no "Pro Painter" but they look alright.

[tagasagwan]

Any update with the build Shawn?

[srislash]

Motor mounts are made.I can go with the CC 3434 outrunners,4083 950kv TP inrunners or I have a pair of 1400kv T-600's here.I'll be able to play with it.

[RCKong]

Hey Bud keep in mind you need to keep the weight down to go fast.... just sayin
In our club Ray had a set of those T600 1400kv Outrunners in a twin drive setup and they flat out hauled the mail on 6s in a boat that size if I remember right...

[tagasagwan]

Hey Shawn,

Just to give you an update, The next Komodo will have a higher over-hung to accommodate wider choices of stingers. 1/4" or 6mm has been added to the height but it can still be raised further but we are concerned that if we lift it higher, it might affect the hulls attitude during turns. So, what's your take on this? Is 6mm adjustment enough for the Komodo to accommodate other 3/16 stingers?

Stephen

Pic below shows total height is now 1 1/2" (38mm) tall. Just click the photo to enlarge.

86859

http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=86859

[srislash]

That should be plenty Tag,a standard 110 stinger would need 32 mm total
86860
The way you guys did this should "slim" the rear a bit as well.Is that hull going to Scott?

[RCKong]

I was browsing graphics and found this site with a bunch of dragons on it. Might be something you could use.
http://www.graphicsfactory.com/search/dragon_P1.html

[srislash]

Thanks Brian,I'll look thru. So far this one is the best if I can have somebody do a outline decal of the dragon so I can airbrush the rest.

86867 And probably the "KOMODO"under the claws and down the side of the boat.

I need to find a good friendly graphics place I suppose.I think that could be Monday's mission as I have it off.

[srislash]

Picture update time: I got the hull drilled for stingers

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo001-1.jpg

And mounts done

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-2.jpg
http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo003-1.jpg

Tubes are next,Going to try to set them up before I epoxy the mounts so I can get a good alignment when I glue it all together.

[srislash]

I added some colour to the interior,got the tubes done and motors tacked.Here are the pics.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-3.jpg
http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo001-2.jpg

Going to let it harden for awhile before moving on to tube braces and clothing in the mounts.

[Chrisg81983]

Looking good shawn....is the yellow paint ?

[srislash]

Looking good shawn....is the yellow paint ?That is a nice consistent layup of cloth with tinted epoxy.

[Chrisg81983]

Oh very cool good wrk man

[srislash]

Oh very cool good wrk man
The tunnel floor needed smoothing.Well,didn't need it,but...Just wait,tomorrow is another day.

[RCKong]

:thumbup1:something different. the metallic green color of the castle motors would look killer with that yellow under the hood

[tagasagwan]

That should be plenty Tag,a standard 110 stinger would need 32 mm total
86860
The way you guys did this should "slim" the rear a bit as well.Is that hull going to Scott?

Sorry I missed the question. 2 New hulls was pulled from the mold with the new measurement. I think one is going to Scott and the other one is for his friend.

[srislash]

Well this is what it needed to be Purrddyy

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo003-2.jpg

[HYDROJERRY]

Very nice work shawn looks like your gettin there!!! Everything looks great so far bud,, i dont no im still not feelimg the kamodo picture but thats just me im sure it will look hot on there when comleted!!! Keep up the good work bro...

[Chrisg81983]

Looking good shawn what r yuor plans for the rest of hull as far as paint and decals go ?

[srislash]

Looking good shawn what r yuor plans for the rest of hull as far as paint and decals go ? I was wanting to do a Komodo dragon on the deck as this is Mardon's flagship but I am up for suggestion's.You never know what will strike my fancy.I usually start with an idea butit changes somewhat as I go.

I was thinking if I could get a decal of the outline/detail of this dragon only I could airbrush in some colour.
86966
Here is a colour pic 86967

I don't know,I may be going the wrong way here with the loyalty/flagship thing.

[Alfa Spirit]

I like the hull without air intake, it is nice.

Why did you take those stingers ?? They are made for deep vee hulls.

Look to the •PowerTrimm V PX-1, those stingers fit Genesis hull, 65,00 €uros each

http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/5296/temp611.jpg

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn there is so many designs to do on a boat I get truely lost when it comes to painting and graphich for my boats. If you wanted to do a komodo theme maybe airbrush or have someone make up vinyl of like a dragon skin print on the deck or the side of hull. But hey what the hell do I know lol

[srislash]

I like the hull without air intake, it is nice.

Why did you take those stingers ?? They are made for deep vee hulls.

Look to the •PowerTrimm V PX-1, those stingers fit Genesis hull, 65,00 €uros each

http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/5296/temp611.jpgThey don't fit Alfa.It was a long and exhaustive search for stingers.The only others that fit were "click drives".The mould for the hull has been changed now though to fit normal 110mm stingers.

[srislash]

Shawn there is so many designs to do on a boat I get truely lost when it comes to painting and graphich for my boats. If you wanted to do a komodo theme maybe airbrush or have someone make up vinyl of like a dragon skin print on the deck or the side of hull. But hey what the hell do I know lolMaybe someone from "Down Under"? Perhaps do the Komodo on the sides in a dragon skin.mmm.You know the good ideas always come to me when I am stuck in traffic and can't draw or write.:bash::blink:

[dana]

why not just do a wrap in reptile skin? might look cool

[marko500]

870138701487015Shawn how about something like this

[dana]

Marko that looks awesome. Only thing I don't like is the black bottom. Jmo. I would have gone for a brighter color there.

[srislash]

870138701487015Shawn how about something like thisThat's not bad Mark.Good colours,Bright.Glowing eyes maybe. Damn there it is again,the want for a lit up boat.Days are getting short around here already.

I am sure I can pull off scales with the airbrush.

[marko500]

Yeah Dana I was looking for the pics and when I posted I saw your post about the reptile look. lol

[tagasagwan]

Here's a photo of my friend's SV27 airbrushed with scales. It's the green one beside my blue SV27.

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn199/Tagasagwan/KidsonQcrop.jpg

[CornelP]

Next time you look for stingers, look at the selection this guy has... excellent quality.

http://stores.ebay.de/cmt-modellparts/Wellenanlagen-/_i.html?rt=nc&_fsub=3015380016&_sid=1093384166&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1581&_pgn=2

[Remmie81]

She is comming along nicely!
Like the colors you have used inside

[nata2run]

Maybe someone from "Down Under"? Perhaps do the Komodo on the sides in a dragon skin.mmm.You know the good ideas always come to me when I am stuck in traffic and can't draw or write.:bash::blink:
Hmm wonder if we know anyone Down Under that does any graphics? LOL...... I would do a mean looking dragon, or T-Rex type thing with big teeth and claws lol

[Alfa Spirit]

Have a look to Raceboats http://www.rc-raceboats.de/shop/lng/fr/verstellantrieb-fuer-3/16-props.html


http://www.rc-raceboats.de/shop/images/thumbnail/produkte/xlarge/IMG_1470.jpg

[tiqueman]

Sorry I missed the question. 2 New hulls was pulled from the mold with the new measurement. I think one is going to Scott and the other one is for his friend.

:banana: Lookin great guys, Im getting pumped.

Shawn, nicely done on the stinger mod. :beerchug:

[tagasagwan]

:banana: Lookin great guys, Im getting pumped.

Shawn, nicely done on the stinger mod. :beerchug:

Hey Scott! Nice to see you man!:banana: How have you been?

[tiqueman]

Hey Scott! Nice to see you man!:banana: How have you been?

Busy doesnt describe it. But finally getting some boat time of my own again. Just finished up my twin Cheetah and put another of my builds on the back burner until I get this one in my hands and going. You and Mardon are doing a fantastic job on these. I cant wait!

[tagasagwan]

Glad to know you're getting boating time of your own. The Komodo is a collaboration of ideas from friends. Shawn, Lenny, Jerry, Mardon and I but Mardon did all the hands on work. I hope I didn't forget anybody.

I believe your boat has already been pulled from the mold. It will have the new 1 1/2" clearance as shown on the pic I recently posted. So, the standard 3/16 stingers will fit nicely. Can't wait to see your build thread too! :)

[srislash]

:banana: Lookin great guys, Im getting pumped.

Shawn, nicely done on the stinger mod. :beerchug: Glad to have you on board Scott.

Got my tubes and all that ready for glueing in.Hopefully before I get going today. Hurry up Rudder :noidea:
I was going to mount the ESC's in the sponsons by the motors but I think I'll put them on the tunnel with a cover so I can change things up a bit in case I decide to run the FC ESC.This way I can choose whether to run 8s1p or 8s2p.Or 6s or 10s.Just keeping the options open.

[tiqueman]

Yeah I like the esc on the tunnel idea. Not only for batt options but if you ever do get water intrusion, they arent down low in the flood.

[dana]

Here's a photo of my friend's SV27 airbrushed with scales. It's the green one beside my blue SV27.

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn199/Tagasagwan/KidsonQcrop.jpg
Ya dude the reptile scales look sick. Be awesome to see a whole boat done like that \m/

[HYDROJERRY]

''O'' Crap,,,, Scotts getting one too, bet it will be a bullet!!! Hows it going scott good to see you in this one bro, Man these things are going to be the new rage before i can afford one, gess ill have to wait till after X-mas for one, i better get to selling off the old rc's hahaha. Cant wait to see them running guys!!!:rockon2:

[srislash]

OK got my tubes glued in.I put risers on them because i think I'm going to try Andy's trick for the gassers,he uses DuraLube for the flex's.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo001-4.jpg

And hey,looky what showed today.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo006-1.jpg

I appreciate all opinions on the scale of this and I have other views if need be.

[marko500]

Are you guys going to be having these hulls for sale in the future? And think these will work with a single drive, or were they designed more for twins?

[srislash]

I think a single will be good.It is kinda designed based on the Geico with fairly flat ride pads.I may even have to try it as well.Macdon on here is making them and they are for sale.

[marko500]

I'm going to hate myself for asking....how much are they selling for?

[srislash]

I'm going to hate myself for asking....how much are they selling for?PM'd.

[Chrisg81983]

Very cool man getting closer to getting her wet

[tagasagwan]

Hey Shawn, Good move on those oiler tubes. We do that not only on our gassers but for electrics as well. We put silicon hose for easy oiling then plug it with a rivet. We bend the rivet wire and it serves as a handle or you always use the du-bro fuel dots.
http://www.gizmomotors.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage_images.tpl&product_id=333&category_id=12&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=56

[HYDROJERRY]

Nice job shawn realy looks classy with the cf mounts,, how do you guys solder the tubing,,, i gess its not solder right???

[srislash]

Nice job shawn realy looks classy with the cf mounts,, how do you guys solder the tubing,,, i gess its not solder right???I do mine silver solder style.Back in the day I used to make my own brass fittings as there wasn't much for the FE boats in the late 80's /early 90's.

[HYDROJERRY]

Humm everytime ive tryed to solder to tubing it just runs off and if i get alittle to hold it dosent hold for crap, well its only alittle dribble and im a welder at a automotive shop, haha.. i gess you do it with one of those little torches?

[tagasagwan]

Hey guys! just an update. I copied Mac's pics of the current Komodo from our other thread.

One of these dragons is yours Scott!:banana::banana::banana:

[tagasagwan]

Nice job shawn realy looks classy with the cf mounts,, how do you guys solder the tubing,,, i gess its not solder right???

Use this Jerry! It's the harris Stay Brite silver bearing soldering kit. It holds up really good bud!

http://www.harrisproductsgroup.com/~/media/Images/Products/Alloys/Soldering/SBSKPOP.jpg?mw=400&mh=600

http://www.harrisproductsgroup.com/en/Products/Alloys/Soldering/Lead-Free-Solders/Stay-Brite-Kit.aspx

[RCKong]

I know - put a komodo in a pink bikini on the deck !
LOL

[srislash]

Humm everytime ive tryed to solder to tubing it just runs off and if i get alittle to hold it dosent hold for crap, well its only alittle dribble and im a welder at a automotive shop, haha.. i gess you do it with one of those little torches?I have a 80 watt Weller Jerry.I make sure I scuff the area to be soldered only and heat up the largest portion of metal,get the solder to stick and continue. I held the riser against the stuffing tube with a C-clamp(this is the tedious setup part).This way I could move it side to side without disruption.Then when cooled right down gently handfiled the excess solder off to make it purdy.

[srislash]

Hey guys! just an update. I copied Mac's pics of the current Komodo from our other thread.

One of these dragons is yours Scott!:banana::banana::banana:I like the one on the far right and am starting to think minimalist here with mine.Somebody better challenge me or I may take the lazy way out. Actually I'm thinking the little fire breathing dragon in chrome decal on the deck and KOMODO down the sides.On red?


I know - put a komodo in a pink bikini on the deck !
LOL Now now,let's not get ourselves in trouble here.

[RCKong]

I hear ya, I think yellow lettering on a red boat with the yellow inside would look awesome. There are some BA dragons in that link I posted

[srislash]

I hear ya, I think yellow lettering on a red boat with the yellow inside would look awesome. There are some BA dragons in that link I posted That is where I am leaning tonight anyway,yellow and red works for Ferrari's. There are some good dragons there indeed.

[tagasagwan]

Shawn, have you tried using the water slide decals?

[srislash]

Shawn, have you tried using the water slide decals?I am told all decals are waterslide.You know me though,mostly airbrush.The Fightercat is the only decaled one yet.

[HYDROJERRY]

Ok guys thank you for the info on the soldering,, So red and yellow on the hull??? humm could be sweet!!!

[srislash]

Update guys,I took the plunge and did this:

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodoGeicorun001.jpg

So I am going with the Chicago Bolt mounting system again.I could have just glued them on the inside but I did break one post off on final assembly with the Geico.They did turn out nice and flush with the tunnel.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodoGeicorun002.jpg

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo001-5.jpg

I got the wires as short as I could here(1/4 too short on one side IMO)
So with extensions and careful planning on this system I can run a pair of Swordy 200's that I have for the T-600's and I can even squeeze my Monster FC twin ESC in there. But for now the plan is to stack my UBEC and an ET data logger on there.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-4.jpg

That is a temp piece of CF there.Or maybe a layer.

[srislash]

The Exceed UBEC instructions warn of Rx interference,any opinions on the CF protecting things from this(ESC's).

[Chrisg81983]

Very cool Shawn getting close huh I am going to the lake soon did you see my question on my thread if so do u have any input

[Jason4636]

Looking good Shawn. Can't wait to hear how this hull runs

[tagasagwan]

Sweet set-up Shawn! Can't wait to see her run man!:rockon2: Oh hey Shawn, check your stash for some odds and ends that might be useful for my twin Skunk or for my future Komodo! Maybe we can workout a deal! :biggrin: I also have a 17" MHZ Micro Iceberg coming in. Geeez!:doh:

[srislash]

Sweet set-up Shawn! Can't wait to see her run man!:rockon2: Oh hey Shawn, check your stash for some odds and ends that might be useful for my twin Skunk or for my future Komodo! Maybe we can workout a deal! :biggrin: I also have a 17" MHZ Micro Iceberg coming in. Geeez!:doh:Ah my friend,I see you have not givin' up on FE.

[tagasagwan]

Not yet bro! hehehe! I just put the FE projects at the back burner and dipped into the dark side. Now I'm caught in the middle but the funds got sucked-up by the dark side bro. lols! I'm slowly gathering the parts needed for the FE's with what little funds I can get. OMG! I'm not in any hurry, I'm just waiting for great deals on parts. hahaha!

[srislash]

So with this weather I am charging forth on this.So should get quite a bit done this weekend.When I plugged everything on with servo tape I decided that the rudder should be back a little more than my supplied parts would provide.I like to have the rudder inline with the props from side view.
So I had to make this spacer here out of 3/8,2X2 aluminium bar stock

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo005-2.jpg

I also had to smooth the rudder extension for this rather broad mounting surface

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo004-1.jpg

And this is the look installed.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo003-3.jpg

Because I had to this the area to get a flat surface I got out the 4mm sheet of CF and cut a backing piece out and played and sanded it until it fit nice and snug so that my mounting bolts could fit

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo016.jpg


So this is the view from inside

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo002-5.jpg

And I then put in some reliefs for the backing washers.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo011.jpg

Sorry about the lack of flash but on one of my outings I seemed to have broken it.

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn she is looking awesome can't wait to see her run did u make a final decision on paint/vinyl yet

[srislash]

So this is how the tubes come out of the hull.They are extended for flex support within the stinger.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-6.jpg

Now I am having an issue wrapping my head around my rudder cables.They want to stay wide whereas I would like to mount my servo centrally.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo003-4.jpg

I'm just not sure about the bends here

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo005-3.jpg

I could probably make some support brackets to even the bends out a bit.Or do a cantalever using the rear bolt extensions on the ESC box.

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn what is the spread of cables where they r by the rudder

[srislash]

I've got 4" at the hull and bear in mind they are pointed outward there.You don't have any issue with all that uncovered cable in yours?

I could do a custom servo horn as Kent did in his on post #146.Just sweep it back instead of straight across.

[Chrisg81983]

No I found the cable being free makes for a better / smoother setup

[srislash]

I can see that.Mine is gritty,grease may fix it. This is what I mean by "swept back"

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo009-2.jpg

I am beginning to see the next layer of CF over the ESC's running back to include the servo and another set of posts.

[srislash]

I was just messing with some brass tube and the cable is much free'er in it.Might be able to make better bends in it.

[RCKong]

Yep.I have one of those rudders for my 41" cat and I'm still not sure how I'm going to deal with it. I was thinking of putting the cables in aluminum tubing and bending it in 1" on both sides to bring it into the middle, then 4" is only 2"... wide enough for the servo. and then building a CF support for the tubes. Also am concerned about water coming in there too. You could probably use rubber cap with a small hole in it for the cable,, or shrink wrap the end for water intrusion. Scale look is cool but a PITA.
I like yur spacer Idea...I did the same thing. Almost have too have it to allow the rudder push - pull enough room to move.
This is what I came up with on mine.:spy:87450 I built some cooling pickups in it. I'm going to shorten and move the water pickups into the center more inline with the rudder. This setup works well on the king of shaves twin.
Hope it helps.:thumbup1:

[tiqueman]

Or you could bring the cables thru the transom and into bell cranks, then hook solid rods from the other side of the cranks to the servo.... You follow that?

[tiqueman]

PS, just another cleaner idea imo..... :spy:

[RCKong]

Sweet... ya did it

[lenny]

Why not just make the servo horn wider ?
Instead of bending the cables in to it,
Would make for a straight run.

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn in my hpr I got a 3 inch piece of this. its shifter cable liner for road bikes ( pedal bikes ) it has a near perfect fit that will allow no water at all to come in. I have no heat shrink tubing or anything else to seal it. I just used a drop of ca to hold in place. The wire needs to be kinda free moving otherwise the cables fight each other

[srislash]

Or you could bring the cables thru the transom and into bell cranks, then hook solid rods from the other side of the cranks to the servo.... You follow that?I have been hunting around for nice bearinged bell cranks but all I have been able to find is Traxxas ones.Here is what I have so far

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo010.jpg

I am thinking a support bracket off the rear servo screws then attached to each brass stuffing tube. And yup,WATER COOLING next.Thanks Scott and Brian.No boating today you two?

Oh yeah, I am waiting for my servo mounts from Steve.

[srislash]

Shawn in my hpr I got a 3 inch piece of this. its shifter cable liner for road bikes ( pedal bikes ) it has a near perfect fit that will allow no water at all to come in. I have no heat shrink tubing or anything else to seal it. I just used a drop of ca to hold in place. The wire needs to be kinda free moving otherwise the cables fight each otherI was figuring bike cable was all it was.

[srislash]

Why not just make the servo horn wider ?
Instead of bending the cables in to it,
Would make for a straight run.I can make another horn if I need to this way.

[tiqueman]

Nope. We canceled it due to wind. That storm off the east coast is making it quite breezy here.

[srislash]

Nope. We canceled it due to wind. That storm off the east coast is making it quite breezy here.
We've just been hit with rain front after rain front for awhile now.Oh,and a 7.7 earthquake a ways north last night.

[bill34207]

Have you considered using two steering servos? One steering cable to each one and a Y harness to connect to the rx. That's how I did my old Thunderbolt "Goldfinger" as well as the DF Explorer I built.

[RCKong]

Why not just make the servo horn wider ?

It takes torque away from the servo... leverage

[srislash]

It takes torque away from the servo... leverageThat too.


Have you considered using two steering servos? One steering cable to each one and a Y harness to connect to the rx. That's how I did my old Thunderbolt "Goldfinger" as well as the DF Explorer I built.
I had thought of that but I think I have it figured out now.The 1/8th brass tube is the trick.

[nata2run]

Shawn,
I always base my setups on the "servo first" making sure the rudder can move. You can always skip the idea of using the hydrawlic arms and do what I did on the MHZ 114
just use them as dummies
87507

[srislash]

Shawn,
I always base my setups on the "servo first" making sure the rudder can move. You can always skip the idea of using the hydrawlic arms and do what I did on the MHZ 114
just use them as dummies
87507I was wondering where you were. I think I got it now,I just need my servo mount to show with my other early Xmas stuff.Boy I have alot of Xmas's.Thanks to Steve and others.I'm going to get the servo solid first.My main problem is that I had to keep everything back so far for my CG on this one.It is a sturdy front end.

[nata2run]

the finished result....
87508

[nata2run]

Hehe, Shawn I try to post less theese days and play more :)

[srislash]

Hehe, Shawn I try to post less theese days and play more :)Good for you bud.I took a break awhile back but it is winter now.More indoor stuff. And that is a good finished result.See where were you this AM.

PS I gots a bigger boat.

[nata2run]

I'm at work this AM no fun for me....What bigger boat ??? what have I been missing??

[srislash]

45" of boat http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?38150-Another-Dumas-Scarab-outta-retirement.

[srislash]

Well this is what I came up with for the rudder cables.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-7.jpg

It is a bit tricky to snap in to place but once in it should be secure.Especially since it will lock in with servo bolts.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo001-6.jpg

I think a bit of grease should be good to keep it smooth and if not I guess I'll go with the Kent plan.(running them straight in on cables and having the dummies be just that).

[lenny]

That looks pretty cool, :tiphat:
And should do the trick.

[tagasagwan]

Great Job Shawn! That's what I call INGENUITY!!!:tiphat:

[srislash]

I've been doing crazy hours this past and next week but got the package I was awaiting.So servo installed

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo008-1.jpg

Works like a charm,even dry.

[tiqueman]

Lookin good Shawn.

[srislash]

Lookin good Shawn.Thanks Scott,hoping to get some time for this mid week.Not much left.

[tagasagwan]

NICE! It won't be long I hope! The suspense is killing me! I can't wait to see this kitty run!:banana::banana::banana:

[Chrisg81983]

Almost there buddy

[srislash]

Almost there buddyCooling tubes left and pretty'ing up/final assembly.Hoping to have Wed-Thurs free.Hoping.:Praying:

[srislash]

Well got a little bit more done here,got the cable guide painted and a top cover made for the ESC's,UBEC,and Eagle Tree.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo002-5.jpg



Got some long velcro straps on my last OSE order.I like them,they go with the slots in the trays allowing adjustablity.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo004-2.jpg

I do have room for 8s each side with 4400mah and I did cut slots to slide velcro through sideways around the trays.

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo003-2.jpg

[tagasagwan]

WOW!:w00t: 8S on each motor? This is fun!:banana::banana::banana:

[tiqueman]

Awesome Shawn. I cant wait to see it wet. Mines sitting in customs! :banana: Any day now.....

[srislash]

Awesome Shawn. I cant wait to see it wet. Mines sitting in customs! :banana: Any day now.....I was curious as to where yours may be...

[tiqueman]

Its driving itself I think :lol: Nah, Mardon sent me the tracking almost 2 weeks ago. It didnt show anything on USPS until earlier this past week. Yesterday at 3:52 it shows in NY inbound customs. Hopefully it clears quickly and gets on its way. Im thinking mid week. Seems about right for USPS international.....

I wish youd stop screwin around and get that thing in the water! :roflol:

[srislash]

Its driving itself I think :lol: Nah, Mardon sent me the tracking almost 2 weeks ago. It didnt show anything on USPS until earlier this past week. Yesterday at 3:52 it shows in NY inbound customs. Hopefully it clears quickly and gets on its way. Im thinking mid week. Seems about right for USPS international.....

I wish youd stop screwin around and get that thing in the water! :roflol:I have been just stupid crazy at work.Should have time this next week.I hope.

[tiqueman]

I know the feeling all too well. Id just hate to get mine and have it finished before yours. :tt2:

[srislash]

I know the feeling all too well. Id just hate to get mine and have it finished before yours. :tt2:
I already grumbled something in regards to that to Mardon.At least you won't have to hunt for stingers that will fit.That took me awhile.

[tiqueman]

Actually Im still not sure of the configuration Im building mine yet. It may depend on what Ray does. Im kinda feeling I dont need yet another twin. They are starting to out number the single drives on my boat rack.....

[srislash]

Yeah,Carl is trying to talk me into twinning this http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/showthread.php?38150-Another-Dumas-Scarab-outta-retirement. But I'm thinking 2028 or the like.I have a few others to build before it and it looks like a Komodo twin for a local.

[tiqueman]

Im taking one of those hulls to our swap meet. Should be a cool build. Look at you go, building for others.... ahh, your growin up so fast :lol:

[RayR]

Actually Im still not sure of the configuration Im building mine yet. It may depend on what Ray does. Im kinda feeling I dont need yet another twin. They are starting to out number the single drives on my boat rack.....

Mine will be a single if that helps you make up your mind. Have some stolen ideas from the gas guys I would like to experiment with.

[srislash]

All right,day off today.Somebody ride me a bit and maybe I can test this weekend. Water pickups here we go.

[tiqueman]

I'm so sick of blah blah blah it will be in the water soon. Get on with it, stop screwin around get it done. No Oprah reruns, no price is right.... komodo is all you should be thinking today.

Was that riding enough or too harsh :lol:

[srislash]

I'm so sick of blah blah blah it will be in the water soon. Get on with it, stop screwin around get it done. No Oprah reruns, no price is right.... komodo is all you should be thinking today.

Was that riding enough or too harsh :lol:
Dad? Is that you?

[RCKong]

LOL... now get busy

[tiqueman]

Dad? Is that you?

If you want to borrow the car this evening youll get that Komodo done and in the water, with pics..... and a vid. Or no dinner!

Ahhh, I wish mine would get here. These pics are killing me. Its still stuck in Customs in NY.

Were you able to do any "fishing" yet?

[bill34207]

Dad? Is that you?

You haven't left the keyboard and went to work yet? What's the hold up here.

[tiqueman]

You haven't left the keyboard and went to work yet? What's the hold up here.

Right!?

[srislash]

If you want to borrow the car this evening youll get that Komodo done and in the water, with pics..... and a vid. Or no dinner!

Ahhh, I wish mine would get here. These pics are killing me. Its still stuck in Customs in NY.

Were you able to do any "fishing" yet?No "fishing" yet. I'll get a gate key this week and be an "official" club member(dues paid). I bet things are going slow in NY.
Water pickup holes drilled in hull.

[tiqueman]

Well, just think, as long as it too has been neglected and not gone after, if you ever get the komodo done you can troll with it. :roflol:

(Just figured Id ride you on that too) :Sinking:

[HYDROJERRY]

A gate key?? offical member?? Her in the Carolinas we just jump the gate and if the ''Offical members" show up grab your crap and run like hell!!!:w00t:

[srislash]

A gate key?? offical member?? Her in the Carolinas we just jump the gate and if the ''Offical members" show up grab your crap and run like hell!!!:w00t:The boat club leases off the natives and the lake is still a mile in from the gate.

[srislash]

Yesterdays progress: I finished up making barbs on my tubes as I am running 4mm ID tubing

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo003-1-1.jpg

I installed the water outlets,tubes and antenna mount

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo007.jpg

Got the tubes epoxied in

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo006.jpg

And this morning got the intakes cleaned up

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/komodo008-2.jpg

Hopefully tonight I can glue the tabs for my hatch bolts/pins.

[Jason4636]

Hey Shawn have you ever ran that kind of water inlet? Just wondering how well it works. Looks like the build is coming along nicely. Looks good

[tagasagwan]

That's okay Shawn. Slow but nice build! Compared to me, you're a fast builder! Lol!

Seriously Now! We want vids of the Komodo running! Bwahahaha!

[tiqueman]

Im so proud of you

Jason, I run that kind of inlet on a lot of my boats. It doesnt flow quite as well as a rudder pick up, but still cools well enough to not worry about it. Ive got it on boats from 40 to 75 mph with no problems

[Chrisg81983]

Shawn kooks good, but just make sure when u do the water pickups to make sure the brass comes flat to the bottom of ridepad. Then you proceed to firm teardrop taking down the front of brass while leaving the back alone. You can even slichtly round the front of brass to help water enter. If tgese are done correctly they will perform flawlessly, and mine work better than rudder pick-up's. I hooe I explained this clearly if not let me know.

[srislash]

Shawn kooks good, but just make sure when u do the water pickups to make sure the brass comes flat to the bottom of ridepad. Then you proceed to firm teardrop taking down the front of brass while leaving the back alone. You can even slichtly round the front of brass to help water enter. If tgese are done correctly they will perform flawlessly, and mine work better than rudder pick-up's. I hooe I explained this clearly if not let me know.Thanks Chris,I studied yours and Kent's before attempting mine and I will be opening them a little with the new $20 Dremal bit.For now they are only cooling the ESC's but not sure about the future.Still keeping options open.

Im so proud of you

Jason, I run that kind of inlet on a lot of my boats. It doesnt flow quite as well as a rudder pick up, but still cools well enough to not worry about it. Ive got it on boats from 40 to 75 mph with no problems Hehe,thanks Scott.:blush:

[nata2run]

Yesterdays progress: I finished up making barbs on my tubes as I am running 4mm ID tubing

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/komodo003-1.jpg

I installed the water outlets,tubes and antenna mount

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/komodo007.jpg

Got the tubes epoxied in

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/komodo006.jpg

And this morning got the intakes cleaned up

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/komodo008.jpg

Hopefully tonight I can glue the tabs for my hatch bolts/pins.

Shawn, you making mould's for Vampire Teeth? what tool did that?

[srislash]

Shawn, you making mould's for Vampire Teeth? what tool did that?I did that with this bit Kent - http://www.dremel.com/en-ca/Accessories/Pages/ProductDetail.aspx?pid=9903
I think I'll tear drop it a bit more yet.We'll see,I'll test it as you did.

[nata2run]

give me 5, ill do some graphic for ya, you only need one cut

[nata2run]

Hope this helps...

88566

[srislash]

Hope this helps...

88566Haha,That is the bit I have here for the next step.LOL Thanks for the graphic bud.

[nata2run]

No prob, good luck. Do it little by little and dont press too hard. I used tape on each side of the bore incase the tool slips and scratch the hull.

[Chrisg81983]

Hey how come I didn't get a pretty little pic in my build thread lol thats the same bit I used kent it is the perfect tool for the job

[tiqueman]

Guess what I got in the mail yesterday Shawn... give you a clue.... a big box. :banana: You better get to it, Rays or mine could be done before yours... Mine would likely be done by Monday if it wasnt for our event tomorrow.

[srislash]

Guess what I got in the mail yesterday Shawn... give you a clue.... a big box. :banana: You better get to it, Rays or mine could be done before yours... Mine would likely be done by Monday if it wasnt for our event tomorrow.Monday!!!
I think I'll be running it this week.I got the hatch mounting done and tweaked the hatch.For the hatch I put some basswood ribs in it as it seemed to be sagging slightly.So a little heat with a hair dryer(thanks "tiq") in a jig got it set to where it should be.
8865788658

I also made this little tab to mount my Rx under88659

Now I just have to glue my flex's and disassemble,clean,and reassemble.Plug everything in,and test.

[tiqueman]

Very nice. Yeah I just got done taking my Komodo hatch and cutting pool noodles to length to set upright in the hull such that they push up on the hatch when installed. I then heated the hatch up and taped it down into place. Ill appy heat to it over the next few hours, on the hour, and then leave it alone for a few days. if i untape it and it stays, Ill add another layer of 6oz or 2 layers of 4 w/ epoxy resin to help "lock" it into shape then set it back into place over teh foam again and let it sit a few more days.

I think maybe the hatches were pulled juuuuust a little too soon out of the mold and didnt have time to develop a memory? A bit "green" as some may say. All in all I still give the hulls a very good score. So far, Id purchase more or recommend them to fellow boaters. And seeing how it literally is an exact blow up of the MG, with the correct size rudder etc, I dont see how this will not be a bad a$$ boat.

And dont worry Shawn, I checked my supplies. I thought I had the skeg strut I need but I dont... so even if I got sneaky, it wont be done for a couple weeks.... Yes, I think Im going single as Ray is. 6S, Q class boat. Although, Bill is sometimes running a twin in Q now........ :confused2:

[srislash]

I'd like to see how a single goes.I used to be happy with my little Miss',but now with the twin...

[nata2run]

Done yet? Or are you still moulding teeth for the new twilight movie? Lol


Just kidding

[srislash]

Done yet? Or are you still moulding teeth for the new twilight movie? Lol


Just kiddingFlexes are glued and cut.Got to get to work.

[tiqueman]

I'd like to see how a single goes.I used to be happy with my little Miss',but now with the twin...

I just finished doing another "lil Miss" twin

[Chrisg81983]

Hey Shawn looking good man I cant wait to see her run.

[srislash]

So I am doing final assembly .
I'll see how the weather is when I awake to see what kind of rush I am in to button this up and maiden it.

[tagasagwan]

You're really close bud! Post vids okay!

[tiqueman]

So I am doing final assembly .
I'll see how the weather is when I awake to see what kind of rush I am in to button this up and maiden it.

:popcorn2:

[srislash]

And she runs,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_M7MnMvjqI&feature=youtube_gdatahttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_M7MnMvjqI&feature=youtube_gdata

Man it is raining out there.

[Jason4636]

It looks to be handling good. I see you started with 5s, what are you going to work up to 8s. I can Waugh towhat this hill is capable of. Good job on the build and maiden run Shawn

[tiqueman]

Nice! Does seem to handle well.

[srislash]

Thanks guys,I'll mess around with it once we get some better weather,May perhaps.LOL I need to cinch a strap around sideways as well as length wise or maybe some foam or noodle.I'll look around.Those were just 3300mah 5s's and FC 445 props on that run.

[Chevoholic]

Excellent job Shawn! :banana:

[nata2run]

Cool Shawn! always good when boat returns after maiden....now 8s LOL :popcorn2::cool2::cool2:

[RCKong]

Looking good Shaun. :rockon2: You might want to get away from those props though. I had some and they don't perform very well.
hope it helps:Peace_Sign:

[srislash]

Cool Shawn! always good when boat returns after maiden....now 8s LOL :popcorn2::cool2::cool2:Yes, yes, always good to have a boat return.I wanted to go with 7s but one of my sets had a dead cell:confused2:.


Time for a new facet of the hobby:cell repair :flashfire: Wish me luck

[srislash]

Looking good Shaun. :rockon2: You might want to get away from those props though. I had some and they don't perform very well.
hope it helps:Peace_Sign:Thanks Brian.I had my "tiqued" 447's on but thought I would tame it down for the first outing.I really have not been able to find any info on the 3434's other than"strong". No wattages or anything.

[RCKong]

yea castle is funny about that... like its some big secret

[tagasagwan]

Looks good bro! handles nice too! Great Job! Needs more juice for the Castle though. If you want to run 4S, maybe the T-600's are more appropriate.

[srislash]

Looks good bro! handles nice too! Great Job! Needs more juice for the Castle though. If you want to run 4S, maybe the T-600's are more appropriate.I'll try the T-600's if the Castles won't take too much prop. I just repaired my 4400mah 4s pack so I can run 7s2p in her. C'mon sunshine.

[tagasagwan]

Oh! Let the Sun shine for 7S test! Please!:Praying:

[lenny]

Looking good Shawn.:beerchug:

[HYDROJERRY]

looks good shawn, glad to see her running!!!

[srislash]

Unexpected day off and a halt on the rain,sounds like 7s to me...

[HYDROJERRY]

please do!!! sounds like a great day to play..and dont forget the camara, just set it on a log and let it run..

[Rocstar]

:thumbup1: Let's see what she can do!

[srislash]

Damn Seaking LVC's but I'll try it again.Just topping up batts.

I have got to move closer to that lake.

[srislash]

Well 7s will be great once all the smoked parts are replaced.:doh:

http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/th_Komodo006-1.jpg (http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m488/SRIslash/Komodo%20Twin/Komodo006-1.mp4)

The logger had a max of 137 amps,3200 watts for the one side.MMMM,might have to put the Fightercat ESC in.As soon as I flipped it back over and touched the throttle:flashfire:

[tiqueman]

8.3

Whatd you smoke?

[srislash]

8.3

Whatd you smoke?One of the ESC's and a servo and the UBEC it looks like.

[tiqueman]

boo :thumbsdown:

Being too lazy to search.. what controllers?

[Rocstar]

So now what? The Colossal Twin ESC get the call?

[Livewire121]

Man that sucks!!! Hope the hull isn't damage:scared:d?

[bill34207]

Looks like it must have a pretty good head of speed with the way it skipped the pond after the flip.. Sorry to hear about the magic smoke.

[srislash]

Man that sucks!!! Hope the hull isn't damage:scared:d?Nothing half a gallon of rubbing alcohol won't cure.

Scott,they were"waterproof" 80hv Seakings.There wasn't much water in there though and that 137 amps was just burst.It didn't get smoky till on shore.You know that is the second Spektrum servo that I have lost in this way.Must get a back feed or something. RX is fine.

[srislash]

So now what? The Colossal Twin ESC get the call? Well Joel,I'm thinking 3200 watts is a bit high for those motors,though as said I don't have any specs. I'm kinda leaning toward my 200 Swordy's and the 1400kv T-600's.Just go 5s-6s with those.I think I'll try HobbyPartz in regards to any warranty first.

[tagasagwan]

Oh Man! I'm just starting to get excited with the Komodo running! :frusty: Yeah! Swordy 200A and T-600's should move that Komodo!:thumbup: maybe move some weight forward. :lol:

[tiqueman]

Are you runing a spike or "brown out" cap in your RX. I was popping servos in my twin Geico (Popeyes) boat. I installed a rx cap and changed out my UBEC and havent lost one since...

[tiqueman]

maybe move some weight forward. :lol:

:laugh: :iagree:

[srislash]

Oh Man! I'm just starting to get excited with the Komodo running! :frusty: Yeah! Swordy 200A and T-600's should move that Komodo!:thumbup: maybe move some weight forward. :lol:Oh it is definitly in need of forward weight.Everyone seems to be on this 30 percent thing but that run was 31.My Shocker was more like 40 to be happy.

Scott,this brown out cap,I am afraid I have no idea.:confused2: I would sure like to not lose any more of them at $70 a pop.Sorry about the pun.

You mean one of these http://www.spektrumrc.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPM1600

[tiqueman]

Yes sir! Ill put some in my "parts to got to Shawn" box.

yeah the faster you go, the more forward it goes. It ran great on 5S or whatever the first run was... Nice ride attitude. 7S... um......

[nata2run]

I don’t know where ppl get 30% from, maybe it’s just a reference point to start off? I'm in the 40's. The faster you go the more forward you have to be, or lower the drives to a negative position. ofcause depending on hull!. I'm in the low 40's with a 3 degrees negative on the drives, and she is smooth.

[srislash]

I imagine that an outrunner will have bigger amp spikes due to the additional rotating mass.It took alot to hit those numbers with my TP 4082's.
I actually just went over the ET log and on that takeoff it held over 80 amps for 4 seconds.

[srislash]

Yes sir! Ill put some in my "parts to got to Shawn" box.

yeah the faster you go, the more forward it goes. It ran great on 5S or whatever the first run was... Nice ride attitude. 7S... um......

Thanks my good man,I didn't really expect it to launch quite like that.

I don’t know where ppl get 30% from, maybe it’s just a reference point to start off? I'm in the 40's. The faster you go the more forward you have to be, or lower the drives to a negative position. ofcause depending on hull!. I'm in the low 40's with a 3 degrees negative on the drives, and she is smooth.I expect I'll have to try the negative on the stingers with how quick it was to blow over. If I stay with this setup I'll go with smaller props too.I think my first "gut feeling" to not run the 447's was right for these motors.I'll just go easy on the next time out.

[bill34207]

For the most part I run 33 to 35% in the cats I've built. But, I'm not running high speed saws though.

[srislash]

I hadn't actually checked my CG before going out and probably would have moved the batts up a bit more.I may have to add more tray up there.

I attribute some of this to my lack of experience with setup and my rushing between storms.That amp pull that I wrote about didn't occur in my Shocker.But this boat is 1.5 lbs heavier.

[tiqueman]

You should check your email as well. lol

[srislash]

OK guys,a bit O' time here and there and one T-600 is in and gonna start on the second.They are a little tight.And my 6mm FC collets are a alot tight on the shafts of the motors.A little tweaking and they go though.I have time this weekend finally but the weather has passed.:doh:

[srislash]

Looks like I am buttoned up and ready for a break in the weather.Sunday looks good so far.But then if it is too nice I should go check for the Shocker.

[Livewire121]

Looks like I am buttoned up and ready for a break in the weather.Sunday looks good so far.But then if it is too nice I should go check for the Shocker.

I'm definitely looking forward to you getting her back on the water. Were you ever able to have someone dive for
the Shocker? Tragic! The ponds and small lakes here in Ontario are just starting to ice up.
I know the weather in BC is a bit milder, but if I were you I'd rent a Newt suit and get her back on the surface.

[srislash]

I'm definitely looking forward to you getting her back on the water. Were you ever able to have someone dive for
the Shocker? Tragic! The ponds and small lakes here in Ontario are just starting to ice up.
I know the weather in BC is a bit milder, but if I were you I'd rent a Newt suit and get her back on the surface.
I do have a willing diver,I am just waiting for a decent day that I am not working(just missed two).

[tagasagwan]

Hope the weather will clear for you to run the Komodo w/ T-600's and raise the Shocker from the deep! Good Luck bud!