UL-1 first run + videos

[properchopper]

After all's been said & done so far, I'm really happy with mine. It's my first hydro & there's a fair deal of new stuff to learn about setup and driving. That's what makes it so compelling for me. Just running the course by myself is a ball. OK, there's been some mass production ills ; I don't mind sitting at the workbench overcoming them anyway. We'll see how she does in racewater at WW V

[Fluid]

I agree with Tony, it isn't perfect but close. I really like mine too! I raced mine Saturday in two heats at the HOTMBC event, won both heats against UL-1s and re-powered LSH boats. But I didn't race with Tom Taggart's TomCat, which is clearly faster. And the LSH boats were not fully dialed in.

I'm running 4S1P/5000mAh TP-V2s, a K-45 prop and the bottom of the strut is set 1" below the hull and about 1 degree down at the prop. I didn't run an air dam but in the 10-15 mph winds I should have....had to back off too often.


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[properchopper]

I'm running 4S1P/5000mAh TP-V2s,:
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Jay, I have a question {don't I always ?}

Are you running 2 X 4S 1P 5000 V2's ? 10,000 mah & 980g. up front ? Where's your CG ?. [I think I just learned something about my setup !} I've been running 2 2S Elites; total weight 528g. Hmmmm....

[Fluid]

Nope, two, 2S1P/5000mAh packs in series. The CG is about 2.6" behind the sponsons. My 4S1P/3300mAh TPs will fit crosswise, so I could move the CG forward quite a bit with a 4S2P setup. I just haven't tried it.


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[properchopper]

I'm running 4S1P/5000mAh TP-V2s,

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Was that a typo ? You had my overworked remnant of a brain wondering if I'm using batteries[ 2S 5000 Elites] that were too light & causing issues.

[Fluid]

Was that a typo ?

No. 4S1P/5000. Two 2S1P/5000mAh packs in series.

The CG on the boat is pretty far forward IMO, but it does work well within the design speed envelope. I may put in one of my 4S1P/3300s crosswise in the front, that would move the CG forward about 1/4" and cut off 7 ounces of weight. A bit less power though. Hmmm.


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[Flying Scotsman]

Two of my favourite members.. Properchopper and Fluid.
I have purposely not purchased the UL1 due to perceived teething launch problems. Steven, you will have an order within 3 weeks ( Not Tower Hobbies, as I try to support the FE guys)and thanks to all the Beta testers. As I now know what to do with the minor problems.

Douggie

[properchopper]

No. 4S1P/5000. Two 2S1P/5000mAh packs in series.

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Got it !!

[properchopper]

[QUOTE=Flying Scotsman;69201]Two of my favourite members.. Properchopper and Fluid. ] Thanks for the vote of confodence Douggie : I'm just doin' the FE dance and enjoying every minute of it. As far as Jay's concerened, He's been a Hero of mine since my first ever [SAW] race when he stood at my shoulder and coached me into the 2006 LSO record.

[I have purposely not purchased the UL1 due to perceived teething launch problems. Steven, you will have an order within 3 weeks ( Not Tower Hobbies, as I try to support the FE guys)and thanks to all the Beta testers. As I now know what to do with the minor problems.]

Let me know when your boat is on it's way and I'll PM you with what I consider a "blueprinting" list. A few simple things, then Fun Fun !

[Flying Scotsman]

Tony, the order was placed today Via Visa ...not PayPal. Their loss not mine.
If you would be so kind Tony to PM your "blueprinting list" it would be most appreciated.
I was also thinking of running an X440/3 and an X640 to start with. Any input on these props with this hull?

Douggie

[properchopper]

Douggie, My pleasure. I'm runnin' out the door to perform one of my 2 part-time
"pay the hobby addiction" bills. I'll shout at 'cha later.

[killjoy781]

have they solved this problem yet? if not, when will be the best time to place my order?