Avanti's Manx, twin powered micro cat

[Avanti]

Well guys, the saw dust has started to fly. I'm not sure how long this build will take as the fall semester has started and my grades come first (I have to maintain my 4.0).
I have two sets of stringers cut out so far (as I will be building two boats at once).
Specs
length: approximately 16"
Beam: approximately 6"
power: twin 3550kv outrunners on 6s 1450 mah (3s per motor)
Motor Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 27.9mm x 37.6mm
Shaft Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 3.14mm x 15mm
esc: mystery 30a
servo: tower-pro SG90
flex shaft .098
hardware will most likely be homegrown (since the budget is tight)
I have a new cooling idea (to be announced later)

(the second hull will most likely be single power, as I know the twin is going to be absolutely ridiculous)

more to come

similar boat builds:
http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/...ead.php?t=4563
http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/...ead.php?t=3413
http://forums.offshoreelectrics.com/...ead.php?t=4723

[Eyekandyboats]

i could make you life easier and cut you one on the laser.

[Avanti]

as nice as that would be, if it were laser cut off of someone else plans it would not be as much my boat. I like to do things the hard way some times (I might take advantage of your laser another time)

[ace028]

Nice start, can't wait to see more progress.

[peells]

those were fun to cut out!! I had to use a jig saw

[Avanti]

all the bulk heads are cut out (except for the weight saver holes)
(I love my scroll saw, it sure beats the exacto knife I cut the hydromite out with)
the two boats are both dry fit as well

[ace028]

Hey if you keep it up, you might almost finish one tonight, lol. Looking good!

[Avanti]

a quick sneek peek at the preliminary electronics layout.

[peells]

i think I have an awsome idea for mounting the motors, which will allow servicing

[Avanti]

I already have a plan for that too

[bonewar]

to all you guys building these ply cats, i think they are just awesome , keep up the good work. i think i'm going to build one 2. thanks for all the great pics.

[peells]

Well guys it looks like we are sparking interest

[peells]

I was going to try and get a scroll saw too after I saw the cost to purchase a laser (15,000) crud I could get a whole lot of rc stuff for that!!

[rcboatfan]

i think i am going to make a mini cat when i am finished my 36 inch mono. looks like it is going to one crazy cat!!!!very nice work

[Dr. Jet]

i think I have an awsome idea for mounting the motors, which will allow servicing

A hatch on each sponson directly above each motor?