Servo Jumper
2012-09-11 07:55
Servo Jumper
For servos that demand a large amount of current, a jumper from the battery to the servo may help the speed of the servo:
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Receiver Pack
2012-09-11 07:46
A receiver pack which won’t let you down
Receiver packs are often the last component most people worry about despite being the vital link in maintaining control of an expensive model
A couple of things you should know about Nickel based...
How to Store Battery Packs
2012-09-11 07:38
How to Store Battery Packs
For NiCad's
A lot of experts recommend discharging each cell to 0.9 volts. For example, a 4.8 volt battery pack should be discharged to 3.6 volts before storing. If the battery pack will not be used for a couple of weeks, it is better to charge them for 1...
Monohull Speed Secrets
2012-09-09 23:37
Speed Secrets for Monohulls
Today Monohulls reach speeds of 65mph on the racing circuit and do it with more control than ever.Twenty years ago monohulls were labeled “rock boats”because they rocked uncontrollably from side to side down the straightwayat top speeds of...
Square Drive
2012-08-08 01:15
Square Drive Installation
During my time racing model boats, I have used many drive types including: Straight Shaft, Articulated Straight Shaft, Flex Shaft in 1/8", 3/16" and ¼", and most recently "SQUARE DRIVE" in 3/16" and ¼".
In talking with people all over the World, I kept...
Hydrodynamics vs.Aerodynamics
2012-08-08 00:38
"Hydrodynamics vs Aerodynamics"
Propeller, Rudder & Turn Fin:
In optimizing the competition RC boat, careful attention must be paid to any item which comes in contact with the water. This is the "hydrodynamic area" we must all be VERY concerned with. Why? Because anything which...
Engine Timing
2012-08-04 22:23
Finding the timing of my engine
The timing of the transfer and exhaust ports is a key factor controlling the performance characteristics of a two stroke engine. In order to optimize an engine and to find initial settings for a tuned pipe exhaust system, on must determine the timing of...
Tuned Pipe Theory
2012-08-04 18:38
The ABC's of a TUNED PIPE
In its simplest form, tuning your pipe is fairly straight forward. There are two ways to go about tuning the tuned pipe. You can perform the trial & error method OR do it Mathematically. I will cover both.
THE TRIAL & ERROR METHOD: ...
Outrigger AoA setup the easy way
2012-08-03 21:35
Attack Angles
(How to set outrigger angles)
If you are willing to invest some time AND a little EXTRA money, you can have an outrigger hydro that will perform!
I will show you a way to set up your hydro using a digital angle finder which can be purchased at most "Mega...
Spark Plug Overview
2012-08-03 08:50
Spark Plugs Overview
Spark plugs have been around as long as internal combustion engines have, and are often a misunderstood component. This basic guide is designed to assist the technician, hobbyist, or race mechanic in understanding, using, and troubleshooting spark...
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