Using magnets in place of screws or cowl lock.

[raytam]

Has anyone used magnets in place of screws or cowl lock in nitro boat to secure their cowl in place? Will the vibration caused by the nitro engine overpower the magnets force? I'm just wondering if anyone has used it. I see the UL1 sport hydro uses it, but thats electric.

Thanks for your opinions and input

Ron G

 

[Dan Hydro]

if you were to ask that same question in the general forum you might get a lot more replies.

to answer your question...yes I do, and there is a fair amount of people that do also.

I use rare earth magnets, they are about the size of a dime and can take almost 5 pounds of weight.

I use 2 of them in my Super Sport 21 Hydro to hold the cowl.

works great.

Dan.

 

[raytam]

if you were to ask that same question in the general forum you might get a lot more replies.to answer your question...yes I do, and there is a fair amount of people that do also.

I use rare earth magnets, they are about the size of a dime and can take almost 5 pounds of weight.

I use 2 of them in my Super Sport 21 Hydro to hold the cowl.

works great.

Dan.

Thanks, will move!