Had some luck today...picked up the TS-3 from the LHS and UPS delivered the O.S. 21XM! Everything in both packages was perfect to boot!
As of now I have built the stand as suggested in the instructions ... all eight holes have been drilled ...and the outdrive, and fuel tank mount have been installed. I have also installed all of the boots for the radio box, and am waiting for the aquarium silicone sealant (which I installed to all of the inside corners of the radio box) to dry. I have installed the servos and a Futaba SWH-12 switch to the "floorboard" of the radio box which will be installed when that silicone sets up. So the only thing that needs to be done is install the control linkages.
I ended up using an Aquacraft SX-100 servo for throttle (same as the Futaba 3003 I suspect) and a Hitec 645Mg which I had laying around.
I have had a few thoughts about the radio box: 1) I may install some wood blocks and blind nuts to make the servo tray removable, 2) As stated on page 14 of the instructions... ((although not necessary, we recommend tack gluing the radio box into the boat with a few small dabs of (glue)) I am thinking of some way to secure the radio box without gluing it in, and 3) Does anyone have any thoughts about beefing up the control linkages?
I am not saying anything is wrong with things as they are, just thinking outside the box. As a matter of fact, I must commend everyone who helped create the TS-3 and the very thorough instructions!
P.S. Is there any flotaion foam under the deck?
Regards, Tim
