Whiplash Sport 40 Build

[detox]

The instructions for this kit are really vague so you have to build by photographs supplied in instructions. I got the framing done and bottom sheet glued on. Now I am trying to decide if I should build up sponson ridepad height. Cross piece shaded in Red WILL NOT be removed so that the two Neu 8300mah 3s (6s1p) will fit. These packs will also fit my modded 34" Whiplash 20. It will be interesting to see which of these two hulls compair best against each other after completion.

This is my first Whip 40, so any good building suggestions are welcomed.

[Chilli]

I'll be watching this build Keith. I keep going back and forth between a Q-Sport Whip or a gas Backlash for my next build. Get Doug to build one so we can show the IC guys what FE's are really capable of next year in Atlanta. I can already race Q-Sport in my district with the nitro Sport 40's.

Man cannot live by P-Limited alone!!

[detox]

I'll have two Q hulls ready if you or Doug ever wants to give it a try. Too many classes allready...maybe one day.

[detox]

These are the Neu 3s 8300mah lipos (190mm long, 48mm wide, 30mm height). Fit will be easy once cross piece is removed.

[battlefury]

I'll be watching this build Keith. I keep going back and forth between a Q-Sport Whip or a gas Backlash for my next build. Get Doug to build one so we can show the IC guys what FE's are really capable of next year in Atlanta. I can already race Q-Sport in my district with the nitro Sport 40's.

Man cannot live by P-Limited alone!!

I consider backlash quite a whelm to construct. the results was well worth the time. I drove this boat thru 3-4 inch chops, its was like "anytime anyday i can handle it" with a minor strut setting of course.
I did the built in a 3 room apartment and i hope this inspires you to bulid one too.

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[Chilli]

The thought of building a Whip or Backlash terrifies me but so did my first JAE and it came out pretty good. The second one even better. I may give it a shot. So far I have build every boat my son and I race and I take pride in that. Thanks for the motivation!!

Sorry Detox. Back to the Q Sport build.

[detox]

The thought of building a Whip or Backlash terrifies me but so did my first JAE and it came out pretty good. The second one even better. I may give it a shot. So far I have build every boat my son and I race and I take pride in that. Thanks for the motivation!!

Sorry Detox. Back to the Q Sport build.

Backlash is a cool hull and you will find that at most every racing event it can be entered. So if you are a serious racer the Backlash is a smart move.

[jcald2000]

It MAY NOT be legal next year with the new rules being discussed.

[Chilli]

I think the rule proposal they are working on is for nitro boats. I think it's too late to do anything for gas boats. To many Backlash's, Whip GV's and Insane Mobsters on the water to change now.

[detox]

I received from Phillip his newest version Stealth hydro. Looks alot like my Whiplash 20. Notice big change to sponson tips.

Now back to the Whip 40 build.

[oscarel]

Hey Keith, a couple other things I've done are in red on this photo. With these removed I'm able to get a Hydra Ice 200HV in alongside the motor. And with the red bulkhead removed you should be able to slide the lipos another 2" or so forward.

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[detox]

Hi Oscar, Did you add any weight to sponson tips. Did you build your sponson ride pads higher?

[oscarel]

I filled the tips with epoxy, about 1". More for strength than weight. I also added 2 part foam to the sponsons. I did not build up the ride pads.

[oscarel]

Do you have a turn fin yet? For extra support for the fin I epoxied a piece of 1/4" aluminum and topped it with a couple layers of fiberglass to make sure it wouldn't move. Would the shingles be another way of raising the pads later if needed?

[detox]

Yes i have the Virginia Craftsman 40 fin. I could add shingle or somthing to sponsons later if it needs it.