lonewolfs 42 in cat build

[lonewolf]

Yippee guys got things figured....technology ya sure ok....Any who moving on....So my progress has been well not like I planned...I have sanded and recoated so many time I've forgotten....My next one will be planned out far better..colored layers better layout of frame.... ok so moving on to current work....One of my recent side project on this hull is how to deal with the water in the rear steering compartment...Due to short link lengths and close proximity of everything I decided to move where I seal the hull...I chose to seal at the rear bulkhead verses where the links connect to the drives....That leaves me with water in rear compartment.... Ok I just drilled and installed 2 brass tubes at deck level straight out the rear. I then used some lightweight foam to create a funnel so to speak forcing the water out the rear...I figure withing a few seconds of hitting the throttle the rear compartment will be empty and wont see water till I bring it in...Ok so now onto the pics......
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[lonewolf]

Maybe this dont belong here but its short and to the point...Besides working on boats I also do trucks and planes This one of my other projects that I have tried to get up to date..I will be doing all my own painting and I do I all at work and need to transport all the equipment to work and back...So here we go This is a 1/10 scale scaler truck..This is another long time many changes build.. as many are...a few pics.... Btw It isnt red anymore been stripping the omg thick layer of paint the previous owner put on it...

[lonewolf]

I just went back thru my build and realized I missed a few things and will be adding these as I go...There many parts to a build and so many different ways to go about it...I hope to get a few comment and maybe a question or two..So hit me up guys and Ill assume a few woman.....happy building ....

[lonewolf]

Hey builders..Thought I would add some more parts of the build that I havent posted... This time Is flaotation...I personally build my flaotation into the hull. I feel that it adds to the strength of the hull plus you don't have to worry about foam moving around in the hull.

I use a 2 part foam that is similar to the stuff you can get from hardware store... This foam is lighter and I think is stronger than the store stuff...I first prepare the areas I want to fill.. To do this I section off areas that I will not need to use... I do this by adding balsa to the bulkheads and ribs to make sections. Once all areas are prepped I mix the foam and pour in a small amount. I do the foam in layers to prevent over-expansion and not cause bulging. After I apply enough layers to allow the foam to expand over the top of the hull I will start the shapeing and removing of the excess foam. I like to use a hacksaw blade to rough trim the foam, I then switch to useing sandpaper Id suggest about 120 grit so that the process dont go to fast . When shaping the foam keep in mind the arcs and shape of hull. After I have filled and done the shapeing I then go back and use my dremmel with a 1/2 inch sanding wheel and hollow out the foam areas. This removes some weight and yet will provide a pocket of air.

I get my foam from a store called express composits. This can be a one stop shopping place for building hulls. They have many variaties of cloths and marine epoxies as well as gel-coats and coloring ...Btw guys this place has a history of boats ....
here is the link to thier website... http://www.expresscomposites.com/

Ok so onto the pics.... Happy building

[lonewolf]

As A side project to the build I have made the intakes and exhaust...I have not yet attached them I want to get the finish as prepped as possible before attaching the intakes. I will attach the exhaust after painting... I used lightweight foam to sculpt the intakes, then gave them a few coats of poxy... Here are the pics of the intakes and exhaust...
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[lonewolf]

As this is a more scale type of set up I used thru hull pick up.. To make them I use .125 brass tubing, I then use my trusty propane torch to heat the bend are till its red hot then let it cool slowly do not cool with water!!! Once the tube has cooled I then use my trusty tube bender to bend the tube to create a 45 deg. bend... Once this step has been done the are ready to be fitted to the hull. I try and locate my pick up as far back and low as possible..Seeing that I am running twins I will be installing two pick ups per side.
Once I get my holes drilled and get the tube to lay down and fit nicely I then trim the pick up end of the tube. I try and cut the tube a bit big then file or sand to final shape. I shoot for about a half inch of angle....Well heres pics...

[lonewolf]

Hey builders My shop has been temporarily been replaced by Christmas...I wish all a happy new yr!!!!!

[ls1fst98]

hows this thing coming along? looks interesting, id love to try this one day.

[lonewolf]

Been slow lately I have movedy project to another room in apt and still getting things arranged...lol small room ..I am also setting up another gecko tank in same room so a bit crowded at the moment. I hope to get back to work soon!!! Doing a hull from scratch isn't all that hard and is very rewarding once you see it run!!!

[capnswanny]

Any progress?
I can hear the water across the street calling that cat! ;-)

[lonewolf]

Any progress?
I can hear the water across the street calling that cat! ;-)

Well she needs some final sanding before primer...I am working on my 37 in mono also and a scaler truck all in line for primer and paint....hope to get things rolling soon. Also need to find some 6s cells to run it lol.....

[lonewolf]

Well guys I have become the 2nd owner of a awesome condition vintage 55-59 amf dewalt radial arm saw and have been donating some time to get it all up and running...Once set up right these saw will outperform anything homedepot sells now....Now to finish a few projects that are quite a while in the waiting.... will try and keep up the momentum on the cat as well....updates to follow...... Anybody got any 6s cells for sale???? lol Happy boating!!!

[lonewolf]

Hey all since last post I have purchased lipos for my models even found an old one that was still good...lol I have made my cells strap rails but need to do a full balance test with all hardware at the same time I will do a final install of the streering assembly and also the electronics box...Not sure if I will primer inside of hull kinna still up for debate...
In the meantime I am waiting on chargers for the cells..... Forgot all about the cell count and my chargers lol.... Well happy boting guys

[srislash]

Good to hear buddy, you are gettin there. Maiden soon!

[lonewolf]

Hey builders Ive gottten some work done this weekend...I primed the interior and rewired the escs....I replaced all wires on esc with * guage wire and 6.5 mm plugs and added sacrifice plugs... I have also cut the slots for cell holddown straps I will get some pics posted this week possibly later today.... alot done for me yet so much yet to do.... In the process of priming my air compressor blew had to use alternative that worked pretty good...
Is anyonefamiliar with ther turnigy marine 180 amp esc????? Will be posting a question in electronics section

Happy building Lonewolf