Thoughts on a 1/10th Classic Hydros Blaster

[raptor347]

Leonard,
They may not be correct, but they are legal.

From the NAMBA 1/10 rules:
7.e.ii.(d) Sponson design shall be up to the builder as long as it does not
change the outline shape of the hull.

[sivadmatt]

I'm all for it. i just got in to scale racing last year and the more kit we have available the bigger the class will be.

[Coug90]

I'm all for it. i just got in to scale racing last year and the more kit we have available the bigger the class will be.

Amen there brother!! It's nice to see anybody doing something to make it easier for folks to get started in the hobby, especially 1:10 scale hydroplanes. Once I get settled after the move, I plan to add a few demanded items for the builders out there too. If you're not making stuff yourself, some of the scale items are pretty hard to find.

[rayzerdesigns]

Drivers and engines/headers..

[ray schrauwen]

Would look great in LSH

[hydroluvr]

Wow...strange timing for this thread since this newbie is dealing with the very issue that makes a hull like this very much needed. I just ordered a Vac-U-Pickle so I could get some experience on a reasonably priced and sized hydro. My goal is to get involved with 10th scale racing but I've got an uphill climb since nobody locally is running them. I know a few people within an hour or so HAVE them but I'm pretty sure they spend more time on the shelf than in the water.
I've been involved with almost every type of rc vehicle and scale hydros have been the toughest challenge. Not having a suitable platform to work with is the hardest part. A lack of guide material is also frustrating. Can anyone suggest reading material that would help a newbie understand what hardware is necessary for a typical ERCU or CT legal scale electric hydro ? In most other forms of rc there are vehicles and study material available for newbies of every level. No mentor,no club, no hobby shop necessary.
Speaking for the other newbies interested in 10th scale hydros...we need a hull like this and we need written guide info. I have a beautiful Brian Buass hull sitting in a closet but I won't dare try to build it because I simply have no knowledge on how to outfit or finish it. That's frustration and that is what will keep other hydro lovers from staying with or progressing in rc boating. As for me...I'm a diehard. I've asked ignorant newbie questions of way to many good people in this hobby. One of these day's I'll be showing off and racing my own rig but I wish it could be sooner than later.

[sivadmatt]

Good choice starting with vac-u-boats. I have had the opportunity to build most of the boats he offers. Following his set up and tips will give you the basic knowledge to set up a hydro.

[DCam]

So I'm in process of developing the kit. Without going into it too much, this pickle will in fact conform more to the 10th rules, and you could tun it in LSH. It won't be just an enlarged Blaster. I will provide cowl, driver, stacks etc and all the laser-cut wood you need to build it along with instructions. Sorry, can't say when, I still gotta work for a living at my day job

[sivadmatt]

Sounds good cant wait to see what you come up with and the boats we can make.

[ray schrauwen]

It would be nice to see.

[T.S.Davis]

Doug, is that a twist on the old Dave Frank plans? Looks similar. From memory. The Frank plan was an Oberto. Same era though.

The Frank plan was modified and made into the molds for the Bandit Larsony. Memory again. No tell'n.

[JimClark]

drawn by Garry Finlay who bases his plans off of Roger Newton plans

Doug, is that a twist on the old Dave Frank plans? Looks similar. From memory. The Frank plan was an Oberto. Same era though.

The Frank plan was modified and made into the molds for the Bandit Larsony. Memory again. No tell'n.

[ray schrauwen]

I have a 29" one partially cut and built. Gave up on it for other glass hulls.

Laser cut and I'm in!

[JimClark]

From Gary's Plans?

I have a 29" one partially cut and built. Gave up on it for other glass hulls.

Laser cut and I'm in!

[ray schrauwen]

From Gary's Plans?

I believe so . I enlarged them way back when I worked for Canon Canada. It has the exact belly pan as in the one picture in here. Did this waaay back. Bought a Whiplash and let it sit