Leopard 4082 for my Pirate?

[Rumpelhardt]

The Leopard 4082 seems to be what is suggested most for the DF Pirate. On 6s (2x3s) I could use KV rating and esc suggestions would be appreciated. I was going to go with a Seaking 180 but I don't know now. I'm looking for mid 40 mph speed but run times and reliability are important too. I also need a motor mount so I can get started. Is this what I want? https://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pr...prod=ose-80600

[Fluid]

There are many ways to get there, but for the moderate speeds the OP wants I’d recommend that motor with a Kv between 1000 and 1250. These will allow you to run larger more efficient props in the 50-52 mm range while keeping the amp draw low and run time longer. You don’t need 35,000 rpm to run mid-40s. The SK180 will be enough ESC for this setup, and that motor mount will work with the right cooling jacket length.

Just for reference, I currently run a 1100 Kv motor in my 34” SprintCat on 6S through a Raider150 ESC. With an Octura x455 speed is in the upper 40s and average amp draw is around 90 amps. With an x457/3 speeds are low/mid-50s with an amp draw closer to 115. It’s a great sport setup with lots of flexibility.


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[Rumpelhardt]

Motor is on the way I would appreciate recommendations for a flex shaft, coupler, stuffing tube and anything else that I might have forgotten/not known about to get it installed. So far I have these so far. https://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pr...prod=ose-80600, https://www.offshoreelectrics.com/pr...os-stinger-str for a 3/16 shaft and a Leopard 4082 motor which should be here first of the week. Since this is my first boat build simple is better as long as it does the job acceptably.

[Rumpelhardt]

Also wondering if Marine Tex epoxy will work for installing the motor mount and other stuff that needs to be glued down. I use this to bed rifle stocks so I usually have some on hand.