Join Us On Social Media!
|
|
|
Download The App!
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
Model Boats Website
Liked Re: Re: Perkasa MTB (1/24 Scale) 2 years ago
Liked H.M.S. BRAVE BORDERER 6 years ago
Liked Polystyreen cutter 10 years ago
Liked Polystyreen cutter 10 years ago
United Kingdom
Recent Posts
📝 Propshaft to Motor alignment
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 (
Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 46 Views · 3 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
I would like to thank everyone who responded to my query
regarding prop to motor alignment
regarding prop to motor alignment
▲
⟩⟩
dave976
Colin H
Commodore-H
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
📝 Propshaft to Motor alignment
1 year ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 91 Views · 1 Like
Flag
📝 Reply
Sorry if this subject has been covered previously.
But can someone advise the best way to align a propshaft to motor ?
But can someone advise the best way to align a propshaft to motor ?
▲
⟩⟩
Nickthesteam
💬 Re: Re: Re: Re: Perkasa MTB (1/24 Scale)
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 17 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
💬 Add Comment
Sorry I failed to read your first reply properly,
I have the 1/24 Hooben kit and have been trying to figure out how to propel the torps for ages, How did you activate the motors upon launching ?.
Will try and locate a small helli motor and experiment. Could you provide any drawings / plans ?
Thanks for your time
John
I have the 1/24 Hooben kit and have been trying to figure out how to propel the torps for ages, How did you activate the motors upon launching ?.
Will try and locate a small helli motor and experiment. Could you provide any drawings / plans ?
Thanks for your time
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
💬 Re: Re: Re: Perkasa MTB (1/24 Scale)
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 17 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
💬 Add Comment
Thanks for your response to my query
Were they the original torps that came with the kit or did you make / print them from scratch.
How did you seal the prop drive shaft ?
Were they the original torps that came with the kit or did you make / print them from scratch.
How did you seal the prop drive shaft ?
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
💬 Re: Perkasa MTB (1/24 Scale)
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 18 Views · 0 Likes · 1 Comment
Flag
💬 Add Comment
Working torp's just what I have been looking for. Did you make them yourself or buy them ?
Either way could you please provide me with details
Many thanks
John
Either way could you please provide me with details
Many thanks
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Battery Charging
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 32 Views · 1 Like
Flag
📝 Reply
Hi Roy
Thanks for your in depth response, I have 3 x Planet T5's (2.4 Ghz) although usually only 2 are in use at the same time.
The chargers I am currently using are Tronics as sold at Lidl and charge quite fast, however I believe they stop charging when a certain temperature is reached rather than voltage.
As the charging cells get very warm in the process I use a fan to dissipate the heat and this lengthens the time taken to charge, which is why I am suspecting temp prioritises voltage.
Thanks for your in depth response, I have 3 x Planet T5's (2.4 Ghz) although usually only 2 are in use at the same time.
The chargers I am currently using are Tronics as sold at Lidl and charge quite fast, however I believe they stop charging when a certain temperature is reached rather than voltage.
As the charging cells get very warm in the process I use a fan to dissipate the heat and this lengthens the time taken to charge, which is why I am suspecting temp prioritises voltage.
▲
⟩⟩
RNinMunich
📝 Battery Charging
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 44 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Many thanks to all that helpfully replied, was considering the Imax B6AC and was surprised it only received one recommendation, looks like I need to investigate further.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Battery Charging
2 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 70 Views · 1 Like
Flag
📝 Reply
Just asking for multiple responses regarding recommended battery chargers for charging AA's as used in TX
Thanks in anticipation
Thanks in anticipation
▲
⟩⟩
Ygagnon
📝 Fairmile D 1/24 Scale Build
5 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 30 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Not suggesting Doug dosn't give good advice or is nothing other than a skilled builder, but the way that post was written came across to me as I described.
Is it such a problem if my boat wont run for more than 10 minuets at full steam, come on man how often do you imagine that scenario evolves, most of the time is spent gently cruising around the pond with the occasional full throttle run to wake up the old farts. Tut Tut such disgraceful behaviour.
Is it such a problem if my boat wont run for more than 10 minuets at full steam, come on man how often do you imagine that scenario evolves, most of the time is spent gently cruising around the pond with the occasional full throttle run to wake up the old farts. Tut Tut such disgraceful behaviour.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Fairmile D 1/24 Scale Build
5 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 32 Views · 2 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Wouldn't call a Precident Perkasa a quickbuild, runabout or ARTR even though there isn't much realistic detail involved, the Hooben however is another matter with every little detail reproduced with superb accuracy.
Life is hard enough as it is why make it harder.
You are coming across as a pretentious perfectionist who puts down others who don't subscribe to your personal ethos.
Not all members are talented miniature marine engineers but still have the same enthusiasm for the hobby.
No one should decry them for there lack of skill, if RTR, ARTR, quickbuild or runabout is the limit of there ability, so what !!, they still enjoy the hobby and that's what it is all about.
There are many roads to travel before one reaches there destination and the route one takes is up to them !
John
Life is hard enough as it is why make it harder.
You are coming across as a pretentious perfectionist who puts down others who don't subscribe to your personal ethos.
Not all members are talented miniature marine engineers but still have the same enthusiasm for the hobby.
No one should decry them for there lack of skill, if RTR, ARTR, quickbuild or runabout is the limit of there ability, so what !!, they still enjoy the hobby and that's what it is all about.
There are many roads to travel before one reaches there destination and the route one takes is up to them !
John
▲
⟩⟩
Sakibian
Donnieboy
📝 Fairmile D 1/24 Scale Build
5 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 30 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Don't quite understand why you would want to run four props & motors. One of my fleet is a old Precident Perkasa, in all wood including the hull. Powered by a 12v 7ah lead acid battery a single 550 motor and a three blade prop.
As you can probably imagine she is heavy but still gets on the plane to mimic the real thing, will admit the motor did get a bit hot untill I fitted a heat sink with fan cooling.
I also have a Hooben Perkasa in injection moulded plastic, yet to be built but intend to use the same set up.
Cheers for now
John👍
As you can probably imagine she is heavy but still gets on the plane to mimic the real thing, will admit the motor did get a bit hot untill I fitted a heat sink with fan cooling.
I also have a Hooben Perkasa in injection moulded plastic, yet to be built but intend to use the same set up.
Cheers for now
John👍
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
💬 H.M.S. BRAVE BORDERER
6 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 65 Views · 1 Like
Flag
💬 Add Comment
If its of any help I run a all wood Perkasa with one motor (came from a old battery power tool) powered with a lead acid 12 volt, so as you can imagine its heavy.
But she will plane as per any photo you can find on the NET. 😊
You state that you are waiting for parts from HK, is your BB a Hooben model ?. I purchased one of these and found the moulding of the transom to be atrocious and the company's customer service to be non existent.
But she will plane as per any photo you can find on the NET. 😊
You state that you are waiting for parts from HK, is your BB a Hooben model ?. I purchased one of these and found the moulding of the transom to be atrocious and the company's customer service to be non existent.
▲
⟩⟩
BOATSHED
📝 Installing Motors
6 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 20 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
There is a guy selling motor fitting kits on eBay, very good value they are too, and they are stainless.
Just type; Model Boat Motor Fitting Kit
into the search box. 👍
Just type; Model Boat Motor Fitting Kit
into the search box. 👍
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 It's a sad day!.
6 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 23 Views · 3 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Just a thought as I have no experience of running model ic engines, but may be its not so much the noise but the possibility of fuel spillage entering the water. (The fish don't like the taste !! HaHa) (just being facetious)😎
▲
⟩⟩
BOATSHED
doghouse
RNinMunich
📝 2.4gig Radio and brushed motors???
9 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 1 Like
Flag
📝 Reply
HI Oldtimer
Suggest next time you see the prats who laughed at you, that you guide them to this website where they might learn something.
I really cant believe this happened to you, any decent member of our community would never have treated you in such a disgusting way.
Personally I run 4 boats on 3 x Planet 2.4g Transmitters all with brushed motors which all came from old cordless power tools and never had any problems.
I also sell via eBay Model boat motor fitting kits.
Kind regards
John 😀
Suggest next time you see the prats who laughed at you, that you guide them to this website where they might learn something.
I really cant believe this happened to you, any decent member of our community would never have treated you in such a disgusting way.
Personally I run 4 boats on 3 x Planet 2.4g Transmitters all with brushed motors which all came from old cordless power tools and never had any problems.
I also sell via eBay Model boat motor fitting kits.
Kind regards
John 😀
▲
⟩⟩
RNinMunich
📝 Hooben Perkasa
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Hello shipmates.
Well I finally managed to find and win on ebay a Hooben Perkasa that I so longed for.
Why the Hooben rather than one of the others on the market ?, because It has a far greater level of detail than the other two !!!
The previous owner had only assembled the forward Bofors and the torpedo racks so there Is plenty left to do, Including rebuilding the previous mentioned parts as there assembly was abysmal.
Having waited so long to get one of these kits I am very disappointed at the poor quality of the mouldings especially the deck which has a moulding line down the middle from stem to stern, which seems to step from port to starboard, (don't quit know what to do about that)
The cabin / bridge superstructure has positioning lugs moulded to the under edge which are supposed to align with Indentations In the deck but guess what, they don't align ! so I have cut them all off, the raised lip around the deck opening lines It up ok, so not so much of a problem, just annoying and reflects the poor quality of the kit.
This will be the first plastic kit I have built for over 40 years so Its going to be a challenge.
I'm a bit fussy so Its got to be right, think I'm going to have to find someone to assemble those brass torpedo racks though, don't think I'm quite up to that, any volunteer's ?
I Intend to have the forward hatch open and will make a ladder down a access tube Into the forward hull. Have also fitted a minI servo to give the forward Bofors a degree of rotation.
Will post some pictures sometime.
Any advice / assistance from anyone who has built one of these would be gratefully received.
Bye for now,
John
Well I finally managed to find and win on ebay a Hooben Perkasa that I so longed for.
Why the Hooben rather than one of the others on the market ?, because It has a far greater level of detail than the other two !!!
The previous owner had only assembled the forward Bofors and the torpedo racks so there Is plenty left to do, Including rebuilding the previous mentioned parts as there assembly was abysmal.
Having waited so long to get one of these kits I am very disappointed at the poor quality of the mouldings especially the deck which has a moulding line down the middle from stem to stern, which seems to step from port to starboard, (don't quit know what to do about that)
The cabin / bridge superstructure has positioning lugs moulded to the under edge which are supposed to align with Indentations In the deck but guess what, they don't align ! so I have cut them all off, the raised lip around the deck opening lines It up ok, so not so much of a problem, just annoying and reflects the poor quality of the kit.
This will be the first plastic kit I have built for over 40 years so Its going to be a challenge.
I'm a bit fussy so Its got to be right, think I'm going to have to find someone to assemble those brass torpedo racks though, don't think I'm quite up to that, any volunteer's ?
I Intend to have the forward hatch open and will make a ladder down a access tube Into the forward hull. Have also fitted a minI servo to give the forward Bofors a degree of rotation.
Will post some pictures sometime.
Any advice / assistance from anyone who has built one of these would be gratefully received.
Bye for now,
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Hooben Perkasa
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Hello fellow boatmen.
Sorry this Is a rehash of a previous post, but does anyone have any experience of building the "Hooben Perkasa" I am trying to compare It with the NMM version which I have read about.
Sorry this Is a rehash of a previous post, but does anyone have any experience of building the "Hooben Perkasa" I am trying to compare It with the NMM version which I have read about.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Polystyreen cutter
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 1 Like
Flag
📝 Reply
HI thething84
Thank you so much for your response 😊 .
Yes I realised about 30 seconds after I had placed the post that Googling was probably the way to go, which was why I never bothered to update it.
Plans changed and I no longer need to use poly s for the foreseeable future but will check out Google if required again.
Strange that yours was the one and only reply to date 😭 I was expecting the responses to come flooding in considering how helpful other members of this site have been to me and others in the past.
Perhaps people thought such a subject was not worth responding too.
Anyway thanks again
Kind Regards, John
Thank you so much for your response 😊 .
Yes I realised about 30 seconds after I had placed the post that Googling was probably the way to go, which was why I never bothered to update it.
Plans changed and I no longer need to use poly s for the foreseeable future but will check out Google if required again.
Strange that yours was the one and only reply to date 😭 I was expecting the responses to come flooding in considering how helpful other members of this site have been to me and others in the past.
Perhaps people thought such a subject was not worth responding too.
Anyway thanks again
Kind Regards, John
▲
⟩⟩
bikerjohn57
💬 Aerokits PT Boat
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 25 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
💬 Add Comment
HI again Dave
So sorry, I didn't realise (lack of concentration) that I was communicating with the same person in two different conversations.
That will teach me to look at who I am talking too.
Polishing your nuts round in a drill, now that does sound painful !!!! Ouch
All joking aside small engineering projects are just not my forte. I'm more your blacksmith type if you get my meaning.
If I do purchase the moulded Perkasa (whichever one)
I can see it now, Glue everywhere !!!!!.
Well maybe not that bad, but you know what I mean.
John
So sorry, I didn't realise (lack of concentration) that I was communicating with the same person in two different conversations.
That will teach me to look at who I am talking too.
Polishing your nuts round in a drill, now that does sound painful !!!! Ouch
All joking aside small engineering projects are just not my forte. I'm more your blacksmith type if you get my meaning.
If I do purchase the moulded Perkasa (whichever one)
I can see it now, Glue everywhere !!!!!.
Well maybe not that bad, but you know what I mean.
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
💬 Aerokits PT Boat
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 25 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
💬 Add Comment
Looking good, to what scale are they? only ask as those props would look great on my 1/32 Perkasa torps, did you buy them or are you one of those talented people who make there own, envious as hell me, I couldn't make custard Ha Ha.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 HELP Advice from members needed
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
HI Dave and thanks for your contact.
I have visited your website on many occasions and very good it is too, unfortunately the specific information I require is not addressed there.
I have purchased 3 Precident Perkasa's on eBay, the first 2 were terrible and quickly resold via the same source and at a profit I'm glad to say, despite my description being more honest than they were when I bought them.
The 3rd one has been completely refitted with my preference of running gear, but the superstructure is another matter, there is only so much one can do with wood ! and I'm no chippie, which is why I am considering a moulded construction, its all in the detail.
Just love the lines of the Perkasa, some things just look right, other examples being the Meriden Triumph Bonnyvilles & E Type Jaguar, you just know they will top the ton just by looking at them 😀 (If I tried to explain you wouldn't understand). 👍
I cant understand why you were the only one to respond, surely there must be someone out there with experience of one of these kits.
Regards John
I have visited your website on many occasions and very good it is too, unfortunately the specific information I require is not addressed there.
I have purchased 3 Precident Perkasa's on eBay, the first 2 were terrible and quickly resold via the same source and at a profit I'm glad to say, despite my description being more honest than they were when I bought them.
The 3rd one has been completely refitted with my preference of running gear, but the superstructure is another matter, there is only so much one can do with wood ! and I'm no chippie, which is why I am considering a moulded construction, its all in the detail.
Just love the lines of the Perkasa, some things just look right, other examples being the Meriden Triumph Bonnyvilles & E Type Jaguar, you just know they will top the ton just by looking at them 😀 (If I tried to explain you wouldn't understand). 👍
I cant understand why you were the only one to respond, surely there must be someone out there with experience of one of these kits.
Regards John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
📝 ironclads of the american civil war
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
HI John
Try reading "The Sea Hunters" by Clive Cussler, ISBN; 978-84983-306-06. it blew my mind.
Among others included are; USS Cumberland, USS Carondelet, CSS Florida, CSS Arkansas & The Confederate sub Hunley.
Regards
John
Try reading "The Sea Hunters" by Clive Cussler, ISBN; 978-84983-306-06. it blew my mind.
Among others included are; USS Cumberland, USS Carondelet, CSS Florida, CSS Arkansas & The Confederate sub Hunley.
Regards
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Polystyreen cutter
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
I saw a article In Model Boats Magazine a few months ago regarding the making of a homemade polystyrene cutter, unfortunately I have mislaid, Ie accidentally sent for recycling the Issue concerned.
I wondered If anyone could email me ((Email Removed - PM Only)) a copy of the article.
Many thanks In anticipation. 😊
I wondered If anyone could email me ((Email Removed - PM Only)) a copy of the article.
Many thanks In anticipation. 😊
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Model Motor Fitting Kits For Sale
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
For Sale
Model motor fitting kits comprising the following;
3 x Suppression capacitors
4 x Stainless Allen cap motor mounting screws (2 x 2 different lengths)
2 x Stainless split washers
2 x Nylok nuts
1 x Allen key.
At a price of £3.99 Including P&P
To order see my ebay listing
or email me; (Email Removed - PM Only)
Model motor fitting kits comprising the following;
3 x Suppression capacitors
4 x Stainless Allen cap motor mounting screws (2 x 2 different lengths)
2 x Stainless split washers
2 x Nylok nuts
1 x Allen key.
At a price of £3.99 Including P&P
To order see my ebay listing
or email me; (Email Removed - PM Only)
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Scale Model Figurines
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Plenty of the above to be found at car boot sales, good hunting.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Scale Model Figurines
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
With a model of this size I would have thought there is plenty of choice of figures, Ie; Action Man, Barbie ❤️ , Ken, Sindy and whatever her boyfriend was called.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 HELP Advice from members needed
10 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
Hello All.
I am afraid I am In need of some advice again !
I am considering purchasing a new Perkasa kit, I have two In mind, the Nautical Marine Models twin motor version at £235 or the Hooben three motor version at £200.
Does anyone have any experience of either of these kits and could offer any advice to help me decide which one to go for.
The number of motors has no bearing on my decision as I already sail the Precedent 1/32 wooden hull
Perkasa running with just one motor and she runs fine on It.
I am more Interested In opinions of the quality of the mouldings and the ease of construction.
Looking forward to any responses, the more the merrier.
Thanks for taking the time to read and respond.
John
I am afraid I am In need of some advice again !
I am considering purchasing a new Perkasa kit, I have two In mind, the Nautical Marine Models twin motor version at £235 or the Hooben three motor version at £200.
Does anyone have any experience of either of these kits and could offer any advice to help me decide which one to go for.
The number of motors has no bearing on my decision as I already sail the Precedent 1/32 wooden hull
Perkasa running with just one motor and she runs fine on It.
I am more Interested In opinions of the quality of the mouldings and the ease of construction.
Looking forward to any responses, the more the merrier.
Thanks for taking the time to read and respond.
John
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Voltage Reduction
11 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
HI Dave
Its the shorter of the Perkasa's at 36 inches, the battery is quite heavy being a lead acid and sits 6 inches from the stern and 24 inches from the bow so I think its well back.
The prop is a red plastic one with a diameter of 2 inches no idea of the pitch.
I don't have a selection of props to play with,
Advice/suggestions on motor and prop size/pitch would be appreciated.
Its the shorter of the Perkasa's at 36 inches, the battery is quite heavy being a lead acid and sits 6 inches from the stern and 24 inches from the bow so I think its well back.
The prop is a red plastic one with a diameter of 2 inches no idea of the pitch.
I don't have a selection of props to play with,
Advice/suggestions on motor and prop size/pitch would be appreciated.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Voltage Reduction
11 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
HI Dave and thanks for your response.
I am perfectly happy with the way the Perkasa gets up on the plane on full throttle. I guess I have the balance correct to achieve this.
I am using 2 x UJ couplings even though the line of drive is quite straight. Of course if I were to fit a larger motor the drive would then end up slightly out, due to the motor output shaft being higher but no real way to remedy that without stripping out the propshaft.
My prop is a 3 blade plastic one no idea of the pitch. What size would you suggest for a 550 motor ?
You are of course correct in what you say about restricting the movement of the stick, but doing so with my setup would then prevent the boat getting up on the plane.
I guess I will have to limit the time I run at full stick and cool the motor and ESC
I am perfectly happy with the way the Perkasa gets up on the plane on full throttle. I guess I have the balance correct to achieve this.
I am using 2 x UJ couplings even though the line of drive is quite straight. Of course if I were to fit a larger motor the drive would then end up slightly out, due to the motor output shaft being higher but no real way to remedy that without stripping out the propshaft.
My prop is a 3 blade plastic one no idea of the pitch. What size would you suggest for a 550 motor ?
You are of course correct in what you say about restricting the movement of the stick, but doing so with my setup would then prevent the boat getting up on the plane.
I guess I will have to limit the time I run at full stick and cool the motor and ESC
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
📝 Voltage Reduction
11 years ago by 🇬🇧 bikerjohn57 ( Master Seaman)
Master Seaman)✧ 19 Views · 0 Likes
Flag
📝 Reply
HI Nasraf
I don't doubt what you are saying and after all you have been in the hobby for a long time and I respect your experience.
But this is another thing I am failing to comprehend, I did take the time to check out the specifications and most of them are MabuchI 500/550's and the specs seem the same as for those supposedly sold as being specifically for model boats. Unless I made a error as usual, HaHa.
Even some I have carrying a Johnson sticker which I have often seen criticised are actually Mabuchi.
Anyway at the moment I have 25 of various voltages sitting on the shelf so replacements are no problem for a while.
The 550/12v set up gets the boat well up on the plane at full speed so I am OK with this, I guess I will just have to try and keep the motor/ESC cool.
But we have gone slightly on a side track as the original question was how to lower the voltage to the ESC by 3 volts, which in doing so should also underpower the motor just as we have been discussing.
I don't doubt what you are saying and after all you have been in the hobby for a long time and I respect your experience.
But this is another thing I am failing to comprehend, I did take the time to check out the specifications and most of them are MabuchI 500/550's and the specs seem the same as for those supposedly sold as being specifically for model boats. Unless I made a error as usual, HaHa.
Even some I have carrying a Johnson sticker which I have often seen criticised are actually Mabuchi.
Anyway at the moment I have 25 of various voltages sitting on the shelf so replacements are no problem for a while.
The 550/12v set up gets the boat well up on the plane at full speed so I am OK with this, I guess I will just have to try and keep the motor/ESC cool.
But we have gone slightly on a side track as the original question was how to lower the voltage to the ESC by 3 volts, which in doing so should also underpower the motor just as we have been discussing.
▲
⟩⟩
No likes yet
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
This member will receive 1 point
for every like received
Login To
Remove Ads
Remove Ads
