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**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 10:48 AM

This will be my largest build yet. I will be purchasing the 250 Series Cylinder from Bob & Jason.

https://www.rc-submarine.com/product-page/250-series-subdriver

Check out the Assembly Video for this cylinder on my YouTube Channel. NOTE: Effective August 1st, 2023, these cylinders will no longer be produced in house here at the Drydocks. Manufacturing will be undertaken by Jason Butterfield as one of our trusted vendor partners. While you can still make your purchase through the Drydocks here, Jason is responsible for manufacturing, quality control and shipping. Any and all questions pertaining to these products can be directed to him at :Email: ngencylinders@gmail.comPhone or text: 239-887-5380As we go through this time of transition for manufacturing, cylinders will continue to be available for ordering, however, production will not begin until the new manufacturing facility comes online November 1st. Please be patient as order backlog is worked through in the order that purchases are completed. Delivery times may exceed the standard 4 to 6 weeks until the order backlog is addressed. The 250 Series SubDriver has been designed by the Nautilus Drydocks to incorporate maximum flexibility and ease of assembly, maintenance and upgrade. It is the smaller version of the 300 Series unit, and measures 2.5" in outside diameter, perfect for any boat with a beam larger than 3.5".250 Series SubDriver V2 Features: 2.5" diameter electronics and battery compartments High strength plastic tubing High strength bulkheads Gas backup sub-system Low friction cup-style linkage seals with easy maintenance and replacement Metal gear servos for maximum torque and throw Two forward and two aft linkage outputs (rudder, rear planes, forward planes, spare) Single high-torque brushless motor power Optional dual shaft gearbox High capacity air pump Air ballast means the FULL capacity of the ballast tank is utilized, unlike pressure ballast systems Compartment lengths can easily be re-sized to suit nearly any boat of adequate beam NOTE: These units are built to order. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for shipping. These cylinders ship fully assembled and tested for linkage and motor actuation as well as cylinder watertight integrity. Each one is certified prior to shipping. Some final installation of components such as radio gear, pitch controller, failsafe, remote switches, etc will be required on behalf of the builder. Cylinder Length: 16.5" plus ballast tank length (IE: a cylinder with an 8" tank would measure approximately 26" OAL) Cylinder Package includes: Forward Battery bulkhead with seals and servos installed and tested Battery Equipment Tray Rear Battery bulkhead Pump Bulkhead with air pump, pump controller, ballast servo, vent linkage and seals installed and tested Motor Bulkhead with seals, servos, motor, ESC installed and tested Optional dual shaft gearbox 4 sets of magnetic linkage connectors Main power cable 4 sets of servo extensions 2 sets of power distribution clips Power connector for battery connection 15A fuse and fuse holder 2 easy solder heat shrink tubes 2 wire clips for cable organization Spare seals for tubes and linkage seals BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuit) for receiver Optional Accessories available from the electronics section of our store: Heavy Duty remote on/off switch AD2 pitch controller BLM failsafe All Nautilus Drydocks cylinders come certified for operation of all linkages and motors and for watertight integrity.

The cut will be horizontal following David Merriman's methods as best I can....

**He Who Shall Not Be Named** · 10-11-2023, 10:50 AM

Enough chit-chat... GET TO IT!

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 10:52 AM

Hahaha, yes sir!

**trout** · 10-11-2023, 12:22 PM

Originally posted by biggsgolf

Kit arrived undamaged, not sure if I will document full build on here as there are many already available. Here is the initial dry fit.

Please do a build. Even if there are 1000 already, you will add your own flair or seasoning. It helps the hobby as a whole.

**redboat219** · 10-11-2023, 12:45 PM

Were you able to procure David's fittings kit or fabricating your own?

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 12:47 PM

I will be fabricating some via 3D printer and have ordered some from Danny at Maximus

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 12:53 PM

Doing initial waterline and cutting board leveling and marking for tie downs per David. Waiting on Diamond cutting wheels I have ordered . I will cut away model inside supports, play with mounting torpedos with partially open doors in the meantime

**Das Boot** · 10-11-2023, 03:21 PM

Originally posted by biggsgolf

Doing initial waterline and cutting board leveling and marking for tie downs per David. Waiting on Diamond cutting wheels I have ordered . I will cut away model inside supports, play with mounting torpedos with partially open doors in the meantime

As soon as my yearly ham radio camping expedition is over next weekend, I’ll be joining you in this endeavor. I have one new in the box. Let me know when the parts come in. I already got a prop and shaft from Bob.

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 04:02 PM

OK, Skoden!

**trout** · 10-11-2023, 04:58 PM

I do have a build on my XXIII:

Tom Chalfant - Bronco Type XXIII - The Sub-drivers Forum

https://forum.rc-sub.com/forum/builder-competitions/2560-tom-chalfant-bronco-type-xxiii

We hold regular competitions for anyone to participate, be they newcomers to the hobby or seasoned veterans.

Maybe it will help.

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 05:20 PM

Originally posted by trout

I do have a build on my XXIII:

Tom Chalfant - Bronco Type XXIII - The Sub-drivers Forum

https://forum.rc-sub.com/forum/builder-competitions/2560-tom-chalfant-bronco-type-xxiii

We hold regular competitions for anyone to participate, be they newcomers to the hobby or seasoned veterans.

Maybe it will help.

And a great build! I will be referencing it! Thanks!

**redboat219** · 10-11-2023, 06:39 PM

Originally posted by biggsgolf

I will be fabricating some via 3D printer

Can you share the files?

**biggsgolf** · 10-11-2023, 06:47 PM

Gosh, I had not gotten that far in my thinking, need to determine what I will be fabricating. The parts from Danny are not going to be duplicated, but he might sell to others as he did for me.

**biggsgolf** · 10-12-2023, 12:47 PM

Originally posted by redboat219

Can you share the files?

Which parts are you looking for?

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Bronco 1:35 Type XXIII RC Build/ Conversion

Bronco 1:35 Type XXIII RC Build/ Conversion

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