Mean Machine Build

[00garyc]

I need some advice got a MM nitro hull cheap I converted to FE. used all stock MM hardware and SV motor esc. runs ok but gets hot. I have a hydra 120 and 8xl motor any body have suggestions? also the boat wont turn left 1/2 speed or better tried numerous servos the rudder is exactly across from the prop should I kick it back a couple of inches? Thanks

[ReddyWatts]

Have you raised the bottom of the strut up 1/4 to 3/16 above the bottom of the hull?

Which prop and voltage are you using?

[Jeff Wohlt]

That is a big hull for that motor. I have the same hull but a FE layup and is lighter. You really need to step up to a 10-12 Xl and 16-18 cells. Easy on your gear and will have moroe torque to spin a bigger prop.

I am trying a 9XL with 14 cells and a 640 prop.

Strut level with sponson bottom. CG of about 25-30% to keep her light.

[00garyc]

Reddy, I have moved my strut even notched it to give me more angle it rides nice the front is up running approx 4" on the rear I am using 2s lipos with a x445/2 blade seems to be the best I think I will set my rudder back 4" get it away from the prop. do you have any advice on the 8xl with hydra 120? thanks

[00garyc]

thanks Jeff anything would be better than the stock SV setup for this hull

[ReddyWatts]

8XL on 4s lipo and a hydra 120;

These props will get the mean machine into the 40's safely. You can try larger props after a setup with one of these. They are all under 100 amps.


X537/3
X440
X637

[00garyc]

thanks reddy I should have it ready to go by next weekend as long as steve gets my order out early(HA HA) let you know how I make out