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    πŸ“ Tarpon hardware help
    5 years ago by πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gordon-B ( Able Seaman)
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    Looking for more help please. I have settled for the Graupner Speed 600 8.4 Volt (4.8-9.6V) with the Mtroniks TIO Marine 30 Amp ESC driving a 3 blade brass 35mm prop. I need advise on what size of NiMh pack to use and will it be under propped with the 35mm 3 blade?

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    5 years ago by πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gordon-B ( Able Seaman)
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    Thanks Steve, my choice would have been lead acid, but the boat is to be a present for my son. He works abroad for long periods and I recon a lead acid would go flat beyond recovery.
    So my choice now is a NiMh Pack SubC of 9.8 or12V, minimum 5000mah in case he blows hiself up using LiPo's.
    I want the boat to have a speed around a brisk walking pace.
    Thank you again for your reply.

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    5 years ago by πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gordon-B ( Able Seaman)
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    Here are the data charts for the 2 motors I purchased, which one would you recommend? I could send one back! πŸ˜‰

    πŸ“ Tarpon hardware help
    5 years ago by πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gordon-B ( Able Seaman)
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    Need help in selecting and matching motor, battery, ESC, prop etc. for my 1958 Tarpon scratch built from MM 494 plan.
    I am years out of date with the hobby and a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing!
    I have purchased a Graupner Speed 600 8.4 Volt (4.8-9.6V) and an Mtroniks Speed M600 12 Volt. I also purchased the Mtroniks TIO Marine 30 Amp ESC .
    Please advise if I am on the right track and which motor to use.
    Also need help on prop and battery selection. Thank you, Gordon

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    5 years ago by πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gordon-B ( Able Seaman)
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    Scatch built in 1959 from MM 494 plan, laid up till 1985 and now, 2018 being given a new lease of life (I hope)!.
    Some details are void as I need advice on what prop and battery to select. (Motor: Graupner Speed 600 8.4 Volts) (ESC: Mtroniks TIO Marine 30) (5/10)



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