German type xxiii 1/72 or 1/32

[He Who Shall Not Be Named]

Wow, so double the price of the dynamic version is what we are thinking? Would it be more cost effective to go the 1/32 scale range then? The 1/32 (bronco type 23) just uses the single shaft 2.5" right? No customization to that WTC? As of right now i can get the 1/72 model for about $50 or i can purchase the 1/32 model for $90

I just liked the size of the smaller option.

I agree, go with the 1/35 kit -- more bang for the buck. A standard 2.5" SD will do the trick.

David

[trout]

You won't like the size of the 1.5" packing everything into it! The 1/35 scale is a wonderful sub and plenty of room in the sub-driver.

[matthewnimmo]

I agree, go with the 1/35 kit -- more bang for the buck. A standard 2.5" SD will do the trick.

David

Now im slightly confused (easily done these days). I go to the shop and look at the single shaft 2.5" SD option for $270 and its the easy dive system which doesnt even have a ballast tank. Which SD option would i need for 1/35 kit?

[Warpatroller]

Now im slightly confused (easily done these days). I go to the shop and look at the single shaft 2.5" SD option for $270 and its the easy dive system which doesnt even have a ballast tank. Which SD option would i need for 1/35 kit?

You want the 1/96 2.5" single shaft Sub-Driver $520. You will also need the Bronco XXIII fittings kit $120. Last time I saw Bob's listing for the Bronco model kit, he had it marked as 1/72 scale (it is 1/35). Lastly, if you plan to put this thing in a deep lake or pond with murky water, get the gas backup cylinder accessory $75. It will help protect it from resting in a watery grave.

I wouldn't bother with the 1/72, unless you're just interested in a tiny pool toy. I have two of the Bronco models so I know a little bit about them.. I'd kind of like to get mine in the water before 75 MHz is banned from RC use.. I am attempting to clear **** out of my garage in preparation for the dreaded horizontal hull cuts..

[matthewnimmo]

Thanks guys for all your help. Im getting closer toa decision. But a few more things to cover if you all dont mind?

yesterday i was thinking that building the bronco would be less expensive in the long run but im finding that even with a custom SD for the 1/72 model the bronco will be well more expensive to build

im actually looking/curious with the smaller version but was willing to settle on the bronco if it was going to save me some cash in the long run. Still considering it though. Ive got that big gato and the bronco isn't much smaller than it. Maybe a foot or so less?

so kind of curious on building a smaller one that i can easily travel with, but i have a few more questions

1) i dont have a pool but the bodies of water i take my gato on are about the size of a large pond. There is a small current, one can hardly notice it. Especially in the swimming area where i run my model. With that said, is there a reason why I couldn't run a 1/72 there?

2). My transmitter is capable of 75 or 72mhz. What rx would i need for the 1/72 version?

3). No fittings kits available for the 1/72 so i would just makee the resin pieces work yes?

4). Lastly, for Dave/Bob where can i get an official quote for the custom SD for the 1/72 ?

thanks again everyone!

[RCSubGuy]

I'll get with Dave on the SD for you. In my opinion (not that you asked for it, of course), the 1/35 boat is the way to go, hands-down. Being forced to work on a boat of tiny scale is my own personal definition of hell...

[matthewnimmo]

I'll get with Dave on the SD for you. In my opinion (not that you asked for it, of course), the 1/35 boat is the way to go, hands-down. Being forced to work on a boat of tiny scale is my own personal definition of hell...

Thanks again for putting together the quote. Im welcome to all thoughts and opinions, no worries there:). Just trying to weigh measure my options. I spent quite a bit on my gato a few years back and im wanting to keep it in check this go around, but i do want to be able to enjoy whatever i build. Any particular reason why the smaller models are your personal hell? Is it just preference or is there more to it?

anyones else able to answer my other questions above?

thanks again in advance,

[RCSubGuy]

Confirmed that we can do $395 on the micro-cylinder for you (or anyone else wanting one). Static diving version, as discussed.

[matthewnimmo]

Confirmed that we can do $395 on the micro-cylinder for you (or anyone else wanting one). Static diving version, as discussed.

Thank you good sir! Now ill consider that along with all my other questions and see what i decide

[matthewnimmo]

Hey guys, probably against sane reasoning ive decided to go with the 1/72 model. The big deciding factor was i like the german type 23 model a lot but wanted something small in scale and i wanted to keep the price at a minimum but still get something i would enjoy

so, ill be starting a new yhread soon going through the build process. I hope you guys may help me through my silly questions as they come up. Such as this will be my first sub without using a fittings kit since i dont see one listed and with the gato i at least had the instructions on dvd that guided me through

thanks everyone for help

[He Who Shall Not Be Named]

Hey guys, probably against sane reasoning ive decided to go with the 1/72 model. The big deciding factor was i like the german type 23 model a lot but wanted something small in scale and i wanted to keep the price at a minimum but still get something i would enjoy

so, ill be starting a new yhread soon going through the build process. I hope you guys may help me through my silly questions as they come up. Such as this will be my first sub without using a fittings kit since i dont see one listed and with the gato i at least had the instructions on dvd that guided me through

thanks everyone for help

OK, I'll start in on your unit. And I'll build up two at the same time. One for you, one for me. That way I'll be rock-solid as to how big to make your ballast tank.

David.

[trout]

I hope you guys may help me through my silly questions as they come up.

No way, you didn't go with the 1/35th scale so, you are on your own. In fact, if I run into you, I will give you a kick in the shin. I crack myself up. You should know by now that we are all here to help you!

As a side note, how is the Gato running?

[matthewnimmo]

OK, I'll start in on your unit. And I'll build up two at the same time. One for you, one for me. That way I'll be rock-solid as to how big to make your ballast tank.

David.

That is awesome! Thanks for doing that David! Itll be about 4 months of saving to buy the SD unit, but it'll be worth it in the end

[matthewnimmo]

No way, you didn't go with the 1/35th scale so, you are on your own. In fact, if I run into you, I will give you a kick in the shin. I crack myself up. You should know by now that we are all here to help you!

As a side note, how is the Gato running?

Lol thanks for all your help. I really do appreciate you guys. Gato runs like a champ still. I really do need to post up some videos of it running. I do need to redo the lights some. Going to put some resistors in for each light or else ill burn them up if i keep them on for too long at a time. The deisel sound i put in it is awesome but does get drowned out some with the SD motors

[matthewnimmo]

Quick question for you all. will this prop work on the alanger German type xxiii 1/72?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/G-Factor-Models-17205-1-72-German-Type-IX-Submarine-Brass-Propellers-2-Revell/272589886030?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D41670%26meid%3D4599707a35474b3c92c55f36d60d24e5%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D262873004551