Fit out to Riva Aquarama

[Richard FurnissParticipant @richardfurniss50141]

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

 

[Richard FurnissParticipant @richardfurniss50141]

Recommendations for motor / rudder / prop combinations

[ashley needhamParticipant @ashleyneedham69188]

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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