DF pirate 35" first build

[jbracehabits]

Well I'm excited, hull showed up yesterday, some hardware should be here any day, as well as the cf. just picked up west systems 105/207 and all the goodies to go with it. No plans set in stone yet for motor yet, trying to decide that today so I can order the motor mount this week with the rest of the needed hardware odds n ends.

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4s or 6s would be best? This is for sport, but want to go fast, push 60 when weather permits, otherwise reliable. Any/all advice and suggestions are welcome as this is my first build.
Thanks in advance!
Josh

[kevinpratt823]

It's a slightly larger hull than a lot of the similar 4s setups, personally I'd favor 5 or 6s.

The Neu 1521/1Y(1577kv) is a great option IMO. Or another similar motor in the 1500-1600kv range. On 5s it runs great for regular running, and on 6s it pulls real hard. On more of a budget a TP 4050/4Y(1570kv) would probably have similar results, you could probably even bump up to a 4060, but that would be a bit overkill.

[Luck as a Constant]

6s imo.
You want to krank with this thing don't you?
I wouldn't even bother with 4s, but it's your choice.
I have quite a bit of black silicone left for mounting battery trays if you need it. Lmk.


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[jbracehabits]

6s imo.
You want to krank with this thing don't you?
I wouldn't even bother with 4s, but it's your choice.
I have quite a bit of black silicone left for mounting battery trays if you need it. Lmk.


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Indeed I want it scoot! I have miss geico 29, that is around 60 mph too.

Unfortunately the motor and speed control are out of stock, hopefully I'll get emails soon as they are in stock.

[jbracehabits]

Well that settles it, neu 1521 it is. Good info.
Ive some ordering to do :)

I'll let you know about the silicone, thanks Dana!

[Make-a-Wake]

Yep, as Luck said, 6s for sure.........................6s2p in fact. The 1521 is a great choice.

[jbracehabits]

Well no deliveries this week, hopefully stuff starts piling on my doorstep next week. Getting anxious! I'll keep yuh posted.

[jbracehabits]

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Cf showed up , parts shipment was supposed to be here today but delayed due to weather lol
Got the cf trimmed up and ready for in lay, getting a little late so I'll try to get inlay done tomorrow! image.jpg yeh buddy!

[ECSURFER84]

looking good man!

[Luck as a Constant]

Nice man


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[jbracehabits]

I haven't heard anything from ose yet on the stocking of the motor or Esc. Any suggestions where I could pick up the neu 1521 1y1577 kv and the sf 220? Or something comparable, fast and reliable? Thanks

[jbracehabits]

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Time to cure now! I think the most difficult part is getting the cf to set how I wanted it, but it worked out ok. Now if UPS can make it thru the bad weather I might get my parts this week... Sheesh. Guess it's time to think about painting.

[jbracehabits]

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[Luck as a Constant]

Looks great man! Nice job


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[jbracehabits]

Thank you sir! Think I might get to painting it in the next few days since my parts aren't showing up. Yeh buddy!

[Luck as a Constant]

Just wait out the motor esc bro. You've got plenty of work you can do before you need to put that stuff in. Take your time man.
Any ideas on the paint job?


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[jbracehabits]

No idea yet, going to come up with something today though. Wonder if acetone is too harsh to wipe down hull for paint?
Some parts are supposedly showing up today too. I need to do some more reading on making the stuffing pipe too....

[Luck as a Constant]

Nah acetone is fine. It's basically nail polish remover.
Another option is rubbing alcohol.


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[jbracehabits]

Nah acetone is fine. It's basically nail polish remover.
Another option is rubbing alcohol.


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Ok that's what I thought, too bad I don't have access to a sick paint booth like you! Lol
I'm gonna want to get the motor and mount sooner than later right? So I can configure layout for stuffing pipe right?

[jbracehabits]

Neu 1521, not cheap! Lol doesn't matter, placing the order! 8mm shaft? $350! Anywho, anybody have a link to a stuffing pipe tutorial? I'll check out Keith Bradley's site too.
Thanks guys

[kfxguy]

Here you go. They have a 1650kv version.

http://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pro...p?prod=tp-4070

[kfxguy]

You could use a tp 4060 or 4070 (I'd prefer the 4070, has 8mm shaft) instead of a neu. They are strong motors. Steve stocks most popular versions. I'd recommend 1600ish kv.

[jbracehabits]

You could use a tp 4060 or 4070 (I'd prefer the 4070, has 8mm shaft) instead of a neu. They are strong motors. Steve stocks most popular versions. I'd recommend 1600ish kv.

Ok, I'll give it a try! Thanks kfx, I'll end up getting the neu later then anyways, all the left over materials I have, I might as well build another when this one is finished... I'm hooked. Really fun.
Thanks again

[jbracehabits]

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Some stuff arrived finally!!!

[kfxguy]

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Some stuff arrived finally!!!

Dang it! So your the one who bought the last set of billet speed master trim tabs! Lol. I ordered them straight from speed master anyway....didn't have time to wait till they come back in stock here

[jbracehabits]

Dang it! So your the one who bought the last set of billet speed master trim tabs! Lol. I ordered them straight from speed master anyway....didn't have time to wait till they come back in stock here

lol dang sorry bro, glad you were still able to get a set! Pretty sexy tabs I gotta say! My latest dilemma is locating a sf 220 esc.

[Luck as a Constant]

Nice dude


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[jbracehabits]

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How I'm seeing it right now but waiting for rudder to arrive to make sure it plays our right. So do I put any kind of sealant/gasket when installing hardware on transom? light silicone? Goal = absolutely no leakage

[wolffman]

Hi. How do you know where to make the holes to install the hardware ? How do you seal the hole ?

[srislash]

Hi. How do you know where to make the holes to install the hardware ? How do you seal the hole ?

Wolffman, determining the height of the hole from the keel has to do with the prop size you intend to run. That being said, a hole Center of 3/8” from keel would be good for this hull. A little higher for more stable running and lower for speed but less stability. This hull likes a 47-50mm prop