Fed up with RTR boats...

[BHChieftain]

Hi,

Here's what I LIKE about *certain* RTRs (comments apply to the proboat impluse31, proboat miss geico 30in, proboat blackjack 30in, and aquacraft revolt and moltey crew)

1) at 4S, the stock electronics are excellent and are nearly waterproof. Many people use the guts of these boats in NAMBA LSH and OPC-limited raceboats (I use proboat's 1500kv and ESC in a 1/10 shovelnose, and the aquacraft UL1 2030 and 60A ESC in an LSH hydro and also in an OPC tunnel)

2) the hulls are very well designed handling wise, and are strong enough for speeds up to mid 50s. They layouts are good and have good build quality for the price. But cranking an RTR hull up to 60+ is not a good idea-- they are not strong enough to withstand a crash at very high speeds.

3) the running HW are excellent. I have not had the rusty screw problem, but seems like an easy mod if that is an issue. Most of the boats can benefit from a prop upgrade (although the Revolt stock prop is great).

4)boat layout is done for you so you get a good idea on how to build your own next time

5) the hulls are relatively inexpensive, so the beginner can practice fiberglass and epoxy hull repairs without worrying about it too much

I got started with RTRs and they taught me a lot and I think the value for the dollar is excellent. I do think it is not really a good idea to buy an RTR with plans to run at 60+. At this point you need a stronger hull. But for a moderately fast boat reliable boat on 4S they are great, and are a great way to learn before trying a build.

Chief

[properchopper]

Very well said Point for point you hit the nail right on the head - should be required reading as an intro to FE for those just getting started.

Hi,

Here's what I LIKE about *certain* RTRs (comments apply to the proboat impluse31, proboat miss geico 30in, proboat blackjack 30in, and aquacraft revolt and moltey crew)

1) at 4S, the stock electronics are excellent and are nearly waterproof. Many people use the guts of these boats in NAMBA LSH and OPC-limited raceboats (I use proboat's 1500kv and ESC in a 1/10 shovelnose, and the aquacraft UL1 2030 and 60A ESC in an LSH hydro and also in an OPC tunnel)

2) the hulls are very well designed handling wise, and are strong enough for speeds up to mid 50s. They layouts are good and have good build quality for the price. But cranking an RTR hull up to 60+ is not a good idea-- they are not strong enough to withstand a crash at very high speeds.

3) the running HW are excellent. I have not had the rusty screw problem, but seems like an easy mod if that is an issue. Most of the boats can benefit from a prop upgrade (although the Revolt stock prop is great).

4)boat layout is done for you so you get a good idea on how to build your own next time

5) the hulls are relatively inexpensive, so the beginner can practice fiberglass and epoxy hull repairs without worrying about it too much

I got started with RTRs and they taught me a lot and I think the value for the dollar is excellent. I do think it is not really a good idea to buy an RTR with plans to run at 60+. At this point you need a stronger hull. But for a moderately fast boat reliable boat on 4S they are great, and are a great way to learn before trying a build.

Chief

[Skullcracken]

That's still kind of what I'm pointing out. No complaints on the hulls, and the included drive assemply parts etc. But its such a simple thing to include stainless hardware, to avoid such aggravation.

[BHChieftain]

That's still kind of what I'm pointing out. No complaints on the hulls, and the included drive assemply parts etc. But its such a simple thing to include stainless hardware, to avoid such aggravation.

Yeah, it is pretty stupid not to do that-- hardly a cost issue.

Chief

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