competitive 3.5 tunnel question

[mark bunch]

what about the top flite luster kote that tower hobbies has? anyone used that?

 

[RodneyPierce]

it wont stand up to high nitro.

 

[Tim_Duggan]

Rattle can paint isn't up to high nitro unless you put 2 part poly clear over the top of it - and even then there can be compatability issues.

 

[moparbarn]

it wont stand up to high nitro.

Rattle can paint isn't up to high nitro unless you put 2 part poly clear over the top of it - and even then there can be compatability issues.

all i use is lustrekote crystal clear #TOPR7501 in rattle cans :huh: . it does PLAINLY state on the can that it only fuel proof up to 15% nitro after 24 hrs. but, if you can let it cure for a while (like 6 weeks/2 months), it has stood up to my 65% just fine. if you spill some, you do need to wipe it up, but 3 years later, my jae .21 still looks good.there's a pic of it on our club website http://www.capitolmodelrcboats.com it's the petty blue & wood #43. race it 4-6 times a year, test a lot. all painted with tamiya rattle can lacquer, & lustrekote is lacquer based, so it works well together. worked just as well on refinishing my seaducer mono & my htv mod vp fiberglass hulls, same two paints B) . just let your base/color coat cure well & sand with 400 well for a good bond. the lustrekote doesn't really bond well if you don't. i've tryed clearing sooner, while the base coat isn't fully cured (24 hrs.), didn't bond as well as waiting a week & sanding well. when i say bond, i mean so radio box tape won't peel it. never had an issue anywhere else on the hull, including running surfaces.

 

[dion smith]

Shawn can make a hull with your choice of his color options- check out his thread in the manufacturers section to get an idea of the color scheme/ layout.

 

[mark bunch]

Hey everyone just got new os .21 VII motor today......how does everyone mount them to their boats? bolt straight to it or to a jack plate I notice it has up and down travel and trim in and out travel what is the best way?

 

[Kevin Krogness]

I'd mount that beast right to the back of a vision!!!!

 

[mark bunch]

I'd mount that beast right to the back of a vision!!!!

no need for plate? enough adjustment in factory mount I guess

 

[RodneyPierce]

plenty of adjustment with the factory mount.

 

[Brian Sorgente]

Nah you'll be good, did you go with the vision?

 

[mark bunch]

got a used vision to start with gonna see how it goes and may order new one later this year shawn said this one is about 4 years old.... dont know how fast it will be but I think it will be a good starter boat to get my feet wet. I appreciate everyones advice on this thread hope you all keep it coming!!!!

Mark

 

[Rene Danner]

You are all set now, will be a fast boat.

 

[mark bunch]

You are all set now, will be a fast boat.

how fast am I lookin??? thanks

 

[RodneyPierce]

There isnt anyone here that can honestly answer that question. Spend a lot of time on boat setup, and prop it correctly, and you should be anywhere from the mid 40's to low 50's. BUT, its not easy getting there. Takes a lot of time, and fuel.

 

[RonShaw]

Rodney,

Good job of keeping his expectation in perspective. Amazing how many people think their stock tunnels are going 60 these days!!!!!.....

 

[Rene Danner]

You are all set now, will be a fast boat.

how fast am I lookin??? thanks

Like Rodney said it takes a lot of time and nitro to get it all set up,it don't happen overnight, but you have a good boat and engine combo to get there.

 

[Brian Sorgente]

I dont know what you guys are talking about... it was easy to get my tunnel going 60...

 

[Rene Danner]

I dont know what you guys are talking about... it was easy to get my tunnel going 60...

Yeah but will it turn..LOL

 

[Kevin Krogness]

I dont know what you guys are talking about... it was easy to get my tunnel going 60...

Yeah but will it turn..LOL

psh... I can turn at 70 with my Tiger Yeah right :blink: Rene when did you hear from Alden last? He is giving me the silent treatment....

Mark just listent to all these guys with the Visions they are fast but more impotantly there boats handle good!!! I seen the videos B)

 

[Rene Danner]

I spoke with him 2 weeks ago and he has been very busy with life right now, And yes the Vision is a great boat that is for sure, love mine.