NEW Pro Boat Impluse 31 RTR V2

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  • Darin Jordan
    Fast Electric Addict!
    • Apr 2007
    • 8335

    #1

    NEW Pro Boat Impluse 31 RTR V2

    Pro Boat has updated the Impulse 31.

    Version 2 has updated electronics by Dynamite, including an 80A ESC, which I tested this weekend and was very pleased. Very smooth throttle off the line, larger 12-gauge wire, 4mm contact, and a Lipo/NiMH external switch.



    Darin E. Jordan - Renton, WA
    "Self-proclaimed skill-less leader in the hobby."
  • Darin Jordan
    Fast Electric Addict!
    • Apr 2007
    • 8335

    #2



    PLEASE NOTE: I would not recommend being barefoot in the water around a running boat. Also, the team that does the videos sets things up "loose" to add some dynamics to the video. Don't read anything into the "bouncing"... the IM31 can be pinned down just like any other mono! Just not as exciting to see on video!
    Darin E. Jordan - Renton, WA
    "Self-proclaimed skill-less leader in the hobby."

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    • electric
      Fast Electric Addict!
      • May 2008
      • 1744

      #3
      Set up with 6s capability. Should be screamin' fast. I am starting to wonder if we are are not heading towards a 6s model for racing as well rather than the current 4s setups... I like the new graphics too.
      Last edited by electric; 06-07-2012, 03:06 PM.

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      • d.a.v.e
        Senior Member
        • Jan 2011
        • 222

        #4
        Were any changes made to the haul or is it just new electronics to keep up with the jones?

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        • SFC K
          Member
          • Dec 2011
          • 49

          #5
          That is sweet! I love the new paint scheme too!

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          • Darin Jordan
            Fast Electric Addict!
            • Apr 2007
            • 8335

            #6
            Originally posted by d.a.v.e
            Were any changes made to the haul or is it just new electronics to keep up with the jones?
            Last time I checked, these boats weren't having much trouble "keeping up"....

            The new electronics are upgrades to improve performance and reliability, and to set the stage for future offerings.

            The IM31 hull remains the same. No improvements were necessary. It's already a sweet hull, at least in my opinion.

            Anything in particular that you think needs updating on it??
            Darin E. Jordan - Renton, WA
            "Self-proclaimed skill-less leader in the hobby."

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            • d.a.v.e
              Senior Member
              • Jan 2011
              • 222

              #7
              Nope.. Was just wondering if the change was only paint and electronics or if there was a running change too.

              The new version looks really good!

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              • Darin Jordan
                Fast Electric Addict!
                • Apr 2007
                • 8335

                #8
                Originally posted by d.a.v.e
                Nope.. Was just wondering if the change was only paint and electronics or if there was a running change too.

                The new version looks really good!
                OK... Nope... the hull design works pretty well for the power level. I'm running one pretty much bone stock, except for the contacts and prop, in our P-Ltd Offshore class and it runs and handles great. I would like to see a bit more power out of the stock 1800KV motor, (more torque), but overall, it's a solid package.
                Darin E. Jordan - Renton, WA
                "Self-proclaimed skill-less leader in the hobby."

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                • madness67203
                  Junior Member
                  • Oct 2009
                  • 28

                  #9
                  When will this and the other updated pro boats be available?

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                  • Darin Jordan
                    Fast Electric Addict!
                    • Apr 2007
                    • 8335

                    #10
                    Originally posted by madness67203
                    When will this and the other updated pro boats be available?
                    That's always the million dollar question, isn't it?

                    I was told they were suppose to be here in July... but I'm not really in that loop, so I'll have to try to find out.
                    Darin E. Jordan - Renton, WA
                    "Self-proclaimed skill-less leader in the hobby."

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                    • sturco
                      Member
                      • Jul 2011
                      • 93

                      #11
                      Darin, prop suggestions for this & the new Blackjack ?
                      Steve

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                      • bigcam406
                        Senior Member
                        • May 2009
                        • 236

                        #12
                        Originally posted by madness67203
                        When will this and the other updated pro boats be available?
                        website says late Sept unfortunately. why is it that when there are new releases it always seems that its dated past the peak of the season?doesnt make sense to me.another question,just wondering what kind of speeds would be estimated with 2 9.6v nihms(5100mah)?just wondering,nice boat,great upgrades,keep up the great work!

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                        • ron1950
                          Fast Electric Addict!
                          • Aug 2010
                          • 3024

                          #13
                          will the dynamite 1800 run any better then the current 1800kv motor or are they the same?
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                          • d.a.v.e
                            Senior Member
                            • Jan 2011
                            • 222

                            #14
                            Originally posted by bigcam406
                            website says late Sept unfortunately. why is it that when there are new releases it always seems that its dated past the peak of the season?doesnt make sense to me.another question,just wondering what kind of speeds would be estimated with 2 9.6v nihms(5100mah)?just wondering,nice boat,great upgrades,keep up the great work!
                            Just making a guess here but I would guess based on a release schedules they share a common manufacture with another company(s).

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                            • bigcam406
                              Senior Member
                              • May 2009
                              • 236

                              #15
                              whats the max voltage the new ESC can handle? i was thinking of grabbing one and running 2 9.9v LIFE batts.

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