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Steven Vaccaro
04-04-2017, 02:04 PM
Im sure this is a long shot, but does anyone have a impeller laying around that they are not using? Im looking to have one made in metal and need one to replicate.

fweasel
04-05-2017, 03:45 PM
I posted a link to this request in the River Jet thread on RCG in the hope that someone squirreled away a spare before they all disappeared.

Steven Vaccaro
04-05-2017, 04:08 PM
I posted a link to this request in the River Jet thread on RCG in the hope that someone squirreled away a spare before they all disappeared.

Thanks Rafael is also working on getting me one.

DBJr
04-05-2017, 05:56 PM
This is awesome news.

Just curious, how much will a metal impeller cost???

Either way it will be well worth it. Count me in.:thumbup1:

Davidriverrunner
05-10-2017, 10:10 PM
This is awesome news.

Just curious, how much will a metal impeller cost???

Either way it will be well worth it. Count me in.:thumbup1:

Anyword. Needing one to run.

Steven Vaccaro
05-11-2017, 08:34 AM
We are waiting on Proboat to figure out whats going on. its a large investment, so until they are being made again, we have to wait.

fweasel
05-11-2017, 08:54 AM
Steve, out of simple business curiosity, what kind of quantity do you have to commit to upfront to make the price point and investment feasible?

Steven Vaccaro
05-11-2017, 10:16 AM
Steve, out of simple business curiosity, what kind of quantity do you have to commit to upfront to make the price point and investment feasible?

For a retail of $24.95 200 pieces.
For a retail of $23.95 100 pieces.

DBJr
05-11-2017, 05:46 PM
For a retail of $24.95 200 pieces.
For a retail of $23.95 100 pieces.

Wow, that's a good price. Much better than I thought since a replacement impeller for the Streamline RC Thrasher XT retails for about $79.00. I thought these would be about the same.

Compared to $16.99 for a stock plastic impeller, this is a heck of a deal. Put my name on one if you go ahead with these.:thumbup1:

Davidriverrunner
05-11-2017, 08:30 PM
Wow, that's a good price. Much better than I thought since a replacement impeller for the Streamline RC Thrasher XT retails for about $79.00. I thought these would be about the same.

Compared to $16.99 for a stock plastic impeller, this is a heck of a deal. Put my name on one if you go ahead with these.:thumbup1:

Put my name on 3 or 4. Thats is alot cheaper than what i expected.
So you will make them? When and if proboat re-releases the boat if they do.

DBJr
05-11-2017, 10:45 PM
Put my name on 3 or 4. Thats is alot cheaper than what i expected.
So you will make them? When and if proboat re-releases the boat if they do.

At that price you definitely wouldn't feel too bad if you accidentally suck in a pebble and ding one.:wink:

Davidriverrunner
05-11-2017, 11:33 PM
How much for smaller run, there's more than a few with little more than a pretty paper weight right now now.

Steven Vaccaro
05-12-2017, 08:49 AM
Thats just an idea/estimate on cost, since I was asked. Its not set in stone. I have yet to get a mold cost and factor in how many boats will be made and spread the cost over that amount. But it wont be $79.00. Thats nuts.

Davidriverrunner
05-12-2017, 12:19 PM
Ok, thanks steve. Well ill keep my fingers crossed. But not gonna hold my breath for anytime soon then. Looks like i picked the wrong boat as a first RC. Ending up with 600$ in paperweights.

Boostleak
05-25-2017, 05:52 PM
I guess I'm late to the party. I've read about a few issues with the motor magnets breaking loose, but not much else. I brought my River Jet home about a month ago, but haven't had a chance to run it yet. At this point, I'm wondering if it's worth trying to return the boat.

Davidriverrunner
05-26-2017, 06:05 AM
Its a blast to run in rivers, jumping waves. It does have a few issues that need to be sorted out. The pump unit is a pain to grease, should mod a grease port for ease of maintence. I had the choice and kept mine its worth the work IMO.

DBJr
07-12-2017, 02:34 PM
Any word on when these might be available???

Steven Vaccaro
07-12-2017, 02:51 PM
We are waiting on a release of the boat.

rayzerdesigns
08-17-2017, 01:23 PM
Any update on this??

Steven Vaccaro
08-17-2017, 02:47 PM
We are waiting on a release of the boat. As far as I know, its still not released. But I may have missed it?

Mxkid261
08-17-2017, 03:57 PM
We are waiting on a release of the boat. As far as I know, its still not released. But I may have missed it?

You are correct it is still not re-released. I talked to Rafael on facebook last week and he said he has no updates yet either :thumbdown:

rayzerdesigns
08-17-2017, 03:58 PM
It was released.. I have one.. but recalled they are fixing issues now

Steven Vaccaro
08-17-2017, 04:52 PM
Unfortunately until they make more, it doesn't make sense to invest in that many.

Mxkid261
10-05-2017, 08:11 PM
Saw a facebook post from Proboat, looks like the updated boats are in stock.

https://www.horizonhobby.com/river-jet-boat-23-inch--rtr-prb08025

roofintrash
10-16-2017, 07:19 PM
Yep. The new release are out there and I got mine. Beat on it a few weekends in a row and it's doing fine. I added a grease port for trouble free maintenance and added a Modified R/C grate to the intake. The boat is a lot of fun, but does need the nozzle necked down for more predictable control. Just my 2C

DBJr
10-16-2017, 11:19 PM
Yep. The new release are out there and I got mine. Beat on it a few weekends in a row and it's doing fine. I added a grease port for trouble free maintenance and added a Modified R/C grate to the intake. The boat is a lot of fun, but does need the nozzle necked down for more predictable control. Just my 2C

I have a 3D printed nozzle on my boat and it definitely helps make the steering more precise. Here is where I got the file

https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=37516835&postcount=137

You can save this file to your PC and upload it to Shapeways if you don't have or know anyone with a 3D printer and they will produce this for you in your choice of material. I chose the strong and flexible plastic. Mine was only about 8 bucks. New users can sign up for an account and get free shipping on their first order.

Mxkid261
03-06-2018, 09:50 AM
Steve, any update on this? Would love a metal impeller.

FLMIBrewer
02-02-2020, 08:07 AM
Did these impellers get made?

fweasel
02-02-2020, 12:57 PM
Did these impellers get made?

No. Proboat revised the stock plastic impeller and made it stronger than the original, so that's an option if you're still using an original V1 impeller.

Steven Vaccaro
02-03-2020, 08:45 AM
No. Proboat revised the stock plastic impeller and made it stronger than the original, so that's an option if you're still using an original V1 impeller.

He is correct. The money it would have cost to do it, would not have made sense.

terje7362
07-05-2020, 08:33 PM
Where can I get a reliable impeller for my boat I just destroyed nr4 this season. And proboat web shop say late July for erlyest delivery ..
Anybody got an idea or do I have a paperweight until then?

785boats
07-06-2020, 02:47 PM
Is this the one?
https://www.modelflight.com.au/proboat-jet-impeller-23-inch-river-jet.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6q3TyaO56gIVig4rCh3qDwH KEAkYAiABEgLXZ_D_BwE

terje7362
07-06-2020, 07:42 PM
Is this the one?
https://www.modelflight.com.au/proboat-jet-impeller-23-inch-river-jet.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6q3TyaO56gIVig4rCh3qDwH KEAkYAiABEgLXZ_D_BwE


Yes this is the one I keep breaking when I run 4s the blades break off

fweasel
07-06-2020, 09:05 PM
4S, wow. When I had that boat for a brief time, it was a handful on 3S.

785boats
07-07-2020, 04:35 AM
There's a thread over on R/C Groups in the Jet Boat forum that deals with these boats.
I think they designed a new impeller & had Shapeways manufacture them.
But there's also a posting in there that describes strengthening the original impellers too.
Some good info in there regarding this boat that you might find interesting.

https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?2869771-River-Jet-Mods-Tips-and-Tricks