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ML Boatworks RSX380 Outrigger! My first FE wood kit build...
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Yeah, I have an idea how to do a custom silicone hatch seal using Saran wrap. If it doesn't work I'll use tape.
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Here's what I mean by mounting the receiver part for these latches in the tub square.
It must be perpendicular to the surface the flanged part mounts to on the canopy.
You can see in this picture the receiver part tilts forward, but it's perpendicular to the curved surface of the front area of the canopy.
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It's easy to mount them perpendicular on the rear hatch. I simply propped them up flat to the inside lip of the tub with scrap wood until the epoxy set.
Here's some more tips for a successful install. I used this method for accurately locating the holes in post #292, but didn't comment on the penciled -x- or the circle.
Drill a small hole on the center of the penciled -x-, then step up in size, checking location to the penciled circle.
The last hole is .030 small for final fitting with a #11 exacto knife. I did the final fitting with the canopy and back cover in place. I can see the exact location now thru the hole.
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I don't post this to talk down to anyone. It's just my machinist background to be accurate and fussy. It slows me down some and I'm not a fast carpenter for sure. Just ask my wife, hehe.
She does like my work tho...
But I first noticed it on the canopy, I ended up with one hole slightly off. It was off maybe about .020, the thickness of a #11 exacto blade. The knurled knob would bind and the spring could not push it up to secure it.
I fixed it by shaving some off one side of the hole. No problem, the flange covered my mistake.
So the receiver has to be square and the hole location must be accurate.
These are sweet latches, but they require a very accurate install.
Cheers... [emoji851]
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Looks like I'm almost finished with this build. I got the electronics all stuffed inside this rigger.
The only thing left is to install the receiver and bind it. Program the Spektrum DX5R radio. It has telemetry! Temp and volts...
And prep a couple of props.
And the moment when you first plug in the batteries and fire up the electronics. And watch the smoke show!
Haha! I'll give it a good once over first. I've fired up a few electric helis so hopefully it's a non event.
Anyway, I have to say this was a bigger project than I thought it would be. Even knowing myself, how I like to fuss with my builds. Wood boat kits are so awesome!
The cool thing to me tho is the thrill of the maiden is in direct proportion to the time of the build.
Anyhow, here's another video. It's about my electronics install...
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Well, I fired up the electronics and didn't have a smoke show!
Here's a video of getting over my last big hurdle before I maiden this baby...
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Looks great and ready to hit the water. just one thing to be cautious of is your receiver is not protected from water unless you,ve sprayed the internals with corrosion x etc , water can run off the hull lip and drop onto the receiver plugs causing a malfunction of rx. maybe fit a balloon over the receiver for extra safety. what prop are you running and is it sharp ?Comment
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Looks great and ready to hit the water. just one thing to be cautious of is your receiver is not protected from water unless you,ve sprayed the internals with corrosion x etc , water can run off the hull lip and drop onto the receiver plugs causing a malfunction of rx. maybe fit a balloon over the receiver for extra safety. what prop are you running and is it sharp ?
No, the prop is still raw. I haven't S & B it yet. It's an ABC 2216 prop. I'm going to start with 6s, that should put me in the low eighties.
I also have the 2116 & the 2118 ABC props for running on 8s. By the OSE calculator that should touch & exceed 100mph respectively.
I'm all ears on tuning a rigger tho...
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I use to Race boats years ago ,, Cats and Out Riggers ,,, But my Out Rigger had a OPS 67 Red Head - Full Mod clocked it at over 125mph
Turning a Out Rigger on the oval ,, well to late for you in the build you need to add Extra Weights in the Right Sponson my out rigger would not turn Left at speedHE WHO DIES WITH THE MOST TOYS WINS
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Not my favorite thing to do but it needs to be done...
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