You aren't kidding about the prices and then they don't have what you need. I had to get 1/16" ply instead of balsa but it's stronger so no complaints. Every time you say pimp I think of Dr. Hook and the long feathers in the hat. It might be a good look for you 😂 once you get it in your head that these boats are only ment to go so fast before flipping in the air you slow down and keep it right in the zone and don't need the rescue boat nearly as much. Till next time pimp daddy😅
Great idea 👍 I know first hand it will work. (many years ago) I used brass sheeting and soldering to creat mine. I used hardware I purchased from Huey Electrics ? I would like to suggest that your pivot point be directly above the center of the distance between the end of the stuffing tube and leading edge of the strut’s bullet and that free floating area of the flex shaft inside the nylon liner-be no less than 1-1/4 inches to reduce friction when turning. Note, (it will bind) and reduce speed when turning, but just a little. I built an outboard the same way, brass sheets and soldering, I believe your idea will be a little more refined 👍👍👍
That's exactly my plan with the "unsupported" portion of the flex, and yes, the pivot must be a good distance in front of the strut bullet to prevent unwanted "S" bends when turning. You are right that the pivot is best in the middle of the unsupported portion of flex cable.
Expensive? I'm so broke, I can't even pay attention! 😄
looks good.i like the idea.should work really well.
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This setup looks good......that will work! 👍
You aren't kidding about the prices and then they don't have what you need. I had to get 1/16" ply instead of balsa but it's stronger so no complaints. Every time you say pimp I think of Dr. Hook and the long feathers in the hat. It might be a good look for you 😂 once you get it in your head that these boats are only ment to go so fast before flipping in the air you slow down and keep it right in the zone and don't need the rescue boat nearly as much. Till next time pimp daddy😅
Great idea 👍 I know first hand it will work. (many years ago)
I used brass sheeting and soldering to creat mine. I used hardware I purchased from Huey Electrics ? I would like to suggest that your pivot point be directly above the center of the distance between the end of the stuffing tube and leading edge of the strut’s bullet and that free floating area of the flex shaft inside the nylon liner-be no less than 1-1/4 inches to reduce friction when turning. Note, (it will bind) and reduce speed when turning, but just a little. I built an outboard the same way, brass sheets and soldering, I believe your idea will be a little more refined 👍👍👍
That's exactly my plan with the "unsupported" portion of the flex, and yes, the pivot must be a good distance in front of the strut bullet to prevent unwanted "S" bends when turning. You are right that the pivot is best in the middle of the unsupported portion of flex cable.
I sheeted mine in 1/32 ply, you dont have to be careful for anything when building. Because it is not as fragile as 1/16 balsa.
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