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  • 3 September 2011 at 08:43 #31720
    Richard Furniss
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      Hi,
       
      I have a static model of a Riva Aquarama, wood built with two access hatches which would allow the installation of R/C gear, motors etc. etc. The model is approximately 66cm in length.
       
      The original (full size) had twin props and rudders – my question is that given the space, what would your recommendastions be regarding motor, prop, rudders etc?.
       
      Is it better to install one larger motor / prop / rudder, or two smaller motors?.
       
      What would you recommend in terms of motor and prop size combination?
       
      Any help you can provide would be greatly received!
       
      Thanks
       
      3 September 2011 at 08:43 #5136
      Richard Furniss
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        Recommendations for motor / rudder / prop combinations

        4 September 2011 at 17:28 #31734
        ashley needham
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          Richard.
           
          It is obviously easier to install one motor, but as you are retrofitting running gear, it may be that a twin installation may be easier..otherwise a hole has to be bored through the keel which may be tricky, and also the frame may give a higher motor line than would be desirable.
           
          Gosh..asking for a motor/prop combination recomendation on this site !!! likely to result in fisticuffs.
           
          How about, as a train of thought..
           
          Depends how fast you want to go…
           
          OR how large the props will have to be to look right on the boat. I would think that you might like to decide on a twin or single prop setup first, then decide how big the prop/s will likely be to look O.K, and THEN fit a motor/s suitable for the prop/s.
           
          The other thing is…how well does it float?? and will weight be an issue?? This may be a deciding factor on the gear? Picture ?
           
          Ashley
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