I got gas

[Dan]

Anyone,I have always been awestrickin by some of the large scale gas boats out there in the R/C world,especially the models built over in europe.Excellent detail and workmanship.awhile ago I purchased a Bh Hanson Indy pro(purple head and accesories)but have yet to install it in a suitable hull.Anyone with some suggestions on which hull to use for my install??I will defenitely be using a catamaran.How large a hull will this motor push before she runs out of power?Does anyone know if zenoahs will run counter rotation/clockwise ?Thanks ahead for any feedback.

[Eric Perez]

The first place that I would look is at the Aeromarine Laminates site. They have quite a selection for Gas cats from stock ones all the way to purpose built modified gas engine cats.

http://www.aeromarinerc.com

Have fun.

[Larry Benson]

you didn't say what cc it was but if I had the money this would be the one I would get

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1745888009

it has been a while back but I read on one of the gas board that it can be made to run backwards but it is a major undertaking.

[Mathieu]

Hi all,

Dan, I just get my Apache 50. it's powered by Zenoah (Hanson) with a tuned pipe. The trans is a Int'l R/C Cobra Drive.

The motor spin a Prather stainless 275. The boat is really fast...
Hope to make some vids next W-E.

[Dan]

Thank you fellas for the kickbacks.My motor is a Hanson Indy Pro (purple) it's 23cc/G23.I have mnts for it along with a tuned pipe and header(RTC).I will end up with a cat,what I need to know is where do you draw the line in the weight dept?How much boat will it push before its useless(too slow)Thanks again all for the flips.

[Mathieu]

Hi Dan,

I saw a striker cat with a stoch Zenoah spinning a Propshop 3 blades at 60 Km/h (about 37,5 MPH)... I can get more specs about this obe if you want...

[Dan]

Mathieu,Thanks for the flip,I appreciate all who have written.I just read an e-mail from someone who gave me a link from upstate New York.This could be the place I was looking for.I'll keep you's posted.

[rc-dude]

If you ever change your mind about using a cat hull.....check out www.whobbies.com They have some sweet hulls but they're not cat style.

[Mathieu]

Originally posted by rc-dude
If you ever change your mind about using a cat hull.....check out www.whobbies.com They have some sweet hulls but they're not cat style.

I agree with you. I was about ordering a Gator or a Sport, when they said UPS will ship to me for $200 or $300. They said they'll help me with a 10% rabate, but that kind of shipping rates is really too much... Here is what Tony said :

It's terrible isn't it. Our European business would be just as good as US if shipping was more realistic. I hope you get rich too!!
Good Luck,
Tony Castronovo
President, Warehouse Hobbies Inc.
----- Original Message -----
From: Mathdupont@aol.com
To: whobbies@strato.net
Sent: Monday, June 24, 2002 1:37 PM
Subject: Re: WHH


Tony,

I was really really interested by your Gator, but with such shipping rates I can't afford the boat... Half the price of the Gator on shipping !!! That's really too much for me.
Anyway, thanks for the 10%, hope to get rich and order you something one day :-(.

Thanks

Mathieu

[twmaster]

Shipping to Europe is an expensive proposition. It's a shame, my business would be booming if I could cost effectively ship to the other side of the pond.

I also have an Enforcer Sport. Not as fast as I would really like but it is a joy to drive. I have my eye on the big shovel-ish hydro they sell.

[John Himsel]

I recently purchased a BH Hanson Quick Draw 25....Aeromarine 50" Apache.....haven't started on it yet but am looking forward.

I searched and searched and I agree.....I think Aeromarine offers the best value....details....weight of hulls...price....etc....I just love the look of a good V.

[Mathieu]

Me too... Love this boat !

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/pict1.jpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/pict3.jpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/pict4.jpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/trans.jpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/motor.jpg

[Dan]

Mathieu and John,Thanks for the flips.Mat' that vee is defenitely runnin' loose!! Great pics.I have used aeromarine hulls and hdwe. since I got started in to R/C boats.They might get the nod,but I really like some of the euro' equipment too.In october namba dist.1 has a gas meet in New Jersey,I will defenitely attend that race and see whats the hot set-up.Meanwhile I'll gather up what I need to finish the drive system and be ready for a winter build.I'll be around for awhile so I'll keep all posted.Something about a screaming 2-stroke just gets me all pumped!! Later on!!

[Mathieu]

Dan,

No it's not running loose at all... It's because of the speed... LOL.

I've to trim the hull better by changing the prop angle. Hope to get even more speed !

Vids are here !!!!!!

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/video1.mpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/video2.mpg

http://membres.lycos.fr/kd32/Apache/video3.mpg

[Dan]

Mathieau,That's what I meant by loose! I know it's going FAST that is all I meant by loose.How fast do you think??Which zenoah in your boat?TTYS!

[Ryan_from_OHio]

From what I remember when I was into it the Stryker cats and hydro were the hot ticket. The A.C

http://pub21.ezboard.com/bjimsrcboatdock

This is where you want to go, some of the biggest names in gas 2 cycle roam this board.

Seems like this is the best electric board I have found yet, kudos to you all!

The links section on his main site has what I believe to be the biggest and most comprehensive 2 cycle linls anywhere.

I would reccomend:
Stryker cat
AC models Flash Cat 40
Aermoarine Sprint Cat

In that order. Thats just my opinion, ask them there, they are all gas nuts.

Wow, I got to help out :)

[Mathieu]

Originally posted by Dan
Mathieau,That's what I meant by loose! I know it's going FAST that is all I meant by loose.How fast do you think??Which zenoah in your boat?TTYS!

Yo, I know what you wanna say ;-). Just kinding.

The motor is a Zenoah (Hanson) "Red Head", first stage.
I don't have any idea of the speed because I still don't have a GPS.

[Ryan_from_OHio]

If you want speed and are willing to pay for it like electrics, get your wallet ready.

Quick Draw engine with a Quickdraw pipe cut 1/2" was the hot ticket last year and I believe still is this year.
Cost roughly $1,000

Yhea thats expensive! Thats the gotta have motor for racing.
From what I can gather (no dis respect) the hanson motors are good quality motors, but are behind times when it comes to racing with equivilents.


Might I sugguest Merrick at Hyper Torque marine. Prices are as good as anywhere and since hes a racer he knows whats what.

http://groups.msn.com/HYPERRTORQUEMARINE/_homepage.msnw?pgmarket=en-us

Happy boating :p

[Mathieu]

No racing for me...

I just got the boat, I don't want to change th engine, just got 1 or 2 more props to get better overall performances, more speed or more speed up.

[Dan]

Mathieau,You lost me,I don't know what you thought I was thinking?? I know the boat looks almost out of control(SPEED) that is all.I have the indy pro (purple) set-up.Looks as if it would push a 3-4 foot cat rather well it seems??Thanks again Mat'! Donnie,what happened to the smilies??