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  • HardRock
    Vice Admiral
    • Mar 2013
    • 1609

    #91
    Originally posted by He Who Shall Not Be Named
    You made caddy for your screeding blades?!!!!.... And I thought I was anal!

    M
    No thought about it!

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    • SSN SonarTech
      Lieutenant Commander
      • Jul 2012
      • 116

      #92
      What are these parts for. Having a brain dump
      US Submarine Force: Making the Navy worthwhile since 1900

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      • SSN SonarTech
        Lieutenant Commander
        • Jul 2012
        • 116

        #93
        It appears that my electronic/motor mount is missing a section. So can I mount the RX and Lipo guard vertically on the aft bulkhead and place the BEC as shown in last picture?
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        • SSN SonarTech
          Lieutenant Commander
          • Jul 2012
          • 116

          #94
          Another nice SSN
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          • Bubblehead
            Lieutenant, Junior Grade
            • Jan 2014
            • 12

            #95
            I just got the Moebuis Skipjack model. I've never built an operating R/C sub before and as I read the the pdf instructions I feel that I am in over my head. I just want to make the boat do the basic functions, no diving and no torpedo firng, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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            • He Who Shall Not Be Named
              Moderator

              • Aug 2008
              • 13405

              #96
              Originally posted by Bubblehead
              I just got the Moebuis Skipjack model. I've never built an operating R/C sub before and as I read the the pdf instructions I feel that I am in over my head. I just want to make the boat do the basic functions, no diving and no torpedo firng, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

              This will work for you: https://sub-driver.com/sub-drivers/3...gle-shaft.html






              M
              Who is John Galt?

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              • SSN SonarTech
                Lieutenant Commander
                • Jul 2012
                • 116

                #97
                This is the first one I am building. Just take your time. Read all M's instructions and reports, and also the many fine builder threads on the skipjack. Have fun and ask questions
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                • He Who Shall Not Be Named
                  Moderator

                  • Aug 2008
                  • 13405

                  #98
                  Originally posted by SSN SonarTech
                  What are these parts for. Having a brain dump

                  Zip-cord (two conductor) power cable between battery and BEC, ESC, Lipo-Guard, and MPC. Spare pushrod seals, and the power cable strain-relief block that keeps you from tugging on the wires as you make/brake the plugs between battery and system.

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                  • He Who Shall Not Be Named
                    Moderator

                    • Aug 2008
                    • 13405

                    #99
                    Originally posted by SSN SonarTech
                    It appears that my electronic/motor mount is missing a section. So can I mount the RX and Lipo guard vertically on the aft bulkhead and place the BEC as shown in last picture?


                    I found the horizontal aluminum shelf to be redundant -- the devices are so small now. Mount them anywhere you wish. No biggie.

                    David
                    Who is John Galt?

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                    • SSN SonarTech
                      Lieutenant Commander
                      • Jul 2012
                      • 116

                      #100
                      Thanks David thought so appreciate all the help
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                      • greenman407
                        Admiral
                        • Feb 2009
                        • 7530

                        #101
                        Excellent job Sir! I like the stand you built for your Skippy!
                        IT TAKES GREAT INTELLIGENCE TO FAKE SUCH STUPIDITY!

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                        • trout
                          Admiral

                          • Jul 2011
                          • 3658

                          #102
                          Originally posted by Bubblehead
                          I just got the Moebuis Skipjack model. I've never built an operating R/C sub before and as I read the the pdf instructions I feel that I am in over my head. I just want to make the boat do the basic functions, no diving and no torpedo firng, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
                          There are a couple of builds that are step by step. If I can build a working sub, so can you! Of all the first time subs to build and get into the hobby, you have the one I recommend. If you search for Skipjack threads you will see two builds, one Mark did and one I did. You will be challenged, but if you decide to try, we will help you along the way.

                          What David shows in the post above, is the simple water tight container that you can use to dive with or remain on the surface. There is not a ballast involved with it, Von Hilde built a Type 9 with the EZ driver.

                          Having the extra dimension of being able to dive is a huge thrill. I would encourage you to try it.

                          What area would you feel challenged in?
                          If you can cut, drill, saw, hit things and swear a lot, you're well on the way to building a working model sub.

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                          • SSN SonarTech
                            Lieutenant Commander
                            • Jul 2012
                            • 116

                            #103
                            Bubblehead. This forum will not let me answer visitor msgs so here you go: Just have fun and good luck. You will get lots of help here if you ask.. I thought A-gangers could fix/build anything? Good luck
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                            • SSN SonarTech
                              Lieutenant Commander
                              • Jul 2012
                              • 116

                              #104
                              Well progress continues but slowed due to the holidays. For a Sonar Tech my soldering leaves a lot to be desired . But finally got everything hooked up. Hope nothing smokes when I hook it to a batt.
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                              • SSN SonarTech
                                Lieutenant Commander
                                • Jul 2012
                                • 116

                                #105
                                it there a guide to setting up a WFLY WFT08X and a leptron RX . The instructions for the transmitter (that came with it) talk about 2.4 GHZ operation and I have 72 Mhz. I followed M's wiring diagram to hook everything up. I thought I had come across a TX setup guide but can not seem to find it.
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