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To my fellow racers, I had just posted this question to a few directly, also posted on several boards. I would like to hear from the masses. Richard Konnen here of REK. After 5 plus years it is time for a new version of lower unit. So I am cutting new molds and would appreciate some feed back...

Hey guts, I don't check the chat sites much, but since I am here and I manufacture the lower unit in question, I figured I would answer. The lower units were originally made for the nitro motors. The only difference in the FE and Nitro is the counter bore for the coupler on the electric. If...

Another one: http://www.finedesignrc.com/ Sorry guys, didn't realize. I had never bought from them, Just knew they carried hulls and hardware. I hope these guys are better. http://www.seaducerboats.com/home.htm

Alan, Don't worry no offense taken. I am just trying to get better understanding on what ever problems are experienced so I can work on improvement. I appreciate the feed back, you would be surprised at how many people will have problems and not mention them to me. Thanks again for the feed...

Alan, If you are using a different pivot mount than the one I sell, then you would use a standard 3/16 pin and I don't reem the hole all the way threw so the pin is captured under the motor mount. The reason I use the sheet metal screws is that it is easier and keeps the price down a little. I...

Mark, The current lower units cost $29.95, if I go with this new material, it is looking like $41.95. For the FE motor mount $6.95, new material $9.75. Richard

DOH! You guys are screwing me up. Because your posting in the FE group I thought you are talking about the FE setup. On the nitro setup I tap the flange just like the K&B. But since guys like to crank down on them, I suggest to run longer 4-40 bolts and add a lock nut. If you don't want to do...

Larry, Here is a picture. Richard

Well lets see if I can give you guys an idea of the difference in the material. Currently the material I am using is a hydrous material and takes on water from humidity. This makes the material tough but also adds some flex to it. The new material takes on very little water, which makes it...

Kevin, If the screws are 1/2" sheet metal philips screws, you can go to a longer screw to take advantage of the full thickness. If you like to take apart your lower unit a lot, I can make a motor plate with Heli-coils for 4-40 SHCS for $14.95. Richard

Dave, The lower unit Jim was selling was my lower unit, I just put his name on it. He was supposed to come out with an entire engine so I gave him OEM and put his name on it for him. He never came out with an engine so I pulled the OEM. As a result he got mad at me and I was stuck with him...

Alan, Glade you have had no problem. The reason for this material question is that I am always trying to make them better for the racers. I know there will be a compliant to this comment. I have been building this lower unit for over 3 years and I am just now building and FE TS2. In doing so I...

Larry, Can you give a picture so I can tell what part you have that is a problem? Richard

Kevin, What part did you have a problem with stripping out? Richard

Just wanted to see if there would be an interest in my lower unit made out of a different composite material. My material supplier found some stuff in Denmark that would work for me. It is 23% lighter than what I am using now and the stiffness and strength go up dramatically. Here is the rub...

Marty, Well the leading edge of the cavitation plate has a slight upward drift and as you go back on the cavitation plate you have a slight downward hook of about 1/64". So it will provide a slight amount of lift. Unfortunately these are a cause of the cooling of the plastic. Truthfully you...

James, The lift is caused by the cavitation plate. Look at it from the side with a straight edge and you will see what I am saying. Richard Konnen

Dave, Sorry, but I have not gotten to the 7.5 composite lower unit yet. Richard Konnen

You can reach me at 1-941-722-1174 or [email protected]. I do not have prop shafts at present , K&B or one of Brians work great. Since there are no holes at the prop shaft it seem the K&B prop shafts hold up longer too. I have not had to many reports of shaft heating but if you run the flex...

Well first off I have to go with 500 because that is the minimum order to get them to make the engine for me. Also at this time I am interested in who would want to buy one or how ever many. Next will be a true commitment to buy. I do know it would be nice to get GP or Horizon to take it on, all...