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  • 23 July 2022 at 18:18 #101388
    Patrick Camilleri
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      I'm finishing off an Aeronaut Queen and I need to buy all the equipment to set it up for radio control.

      I was told to install a motor that needs water cooling. That is something I don't want to do because I will be using it in the sea. We don't don't have boating ponds in Malta.

      Can anyone advise on what equipment I need and where I can buy it from please?

      I was also told the prop shaft provided in the kit is not up to the job. Is that correct? should it be replaced?

      I gather I will need a motor, speed controller, battery pack, charger, servo for the rudder. I think I can get a transmitter and receiver locally.

      Many thanks.

      Patrick

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      23 July 2022 at 18:18 #3076
      Patrick Camilleri
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        Adding radio control advice

        24 July 2022 at 09:30 #101394
        harry smith 1
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          Hi Patrick

          I am using a 50mm brushless 700kv on a 4S 5800mah Lipo battery with a 50mm 2blade prop.

          A 120A car ESC, so no water cooling required.

          I run mine in saltwater with no problem.

          I did have to add some lead weight at the stern to get it to plane correctly.

          A standard 4.5KG servo for the rudder.

          Harry

          24 July 2022 at 10:58 #101395
          Patrick Camilleri
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            Thanks Harry, Sounds a lot better than a water cooled electric motor. I have a hankering for a three bladed prop …. would that make a difference?

            24 July 2022 at 12:50 #101396
            harry smith 1
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              Hi Patrick

              I think a 3 blade prop would be OK, the motor would have the power to drive it.

              Test a few plastic ones before going for brass or CNC props (cheaper)!!!

              Harry

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