[geeks] Look Lively!

[Mike Nicewonger]

> On July 21, Mike Nicewonger wrote:
> > > >
http://www.rumrunnerracing.com/feforums/attachment.php?s=&postid=18346
> > > >
> > >
> > > Wow!  That roster tail is pretty high.  What type of engine/motor do
you
> > run in
> > > these things?
> > Specs:
> >
> > Hull is DPI American Dream Hydroplane 22" overall length, Electric motor
> > Plettenberg 290/20 4 turn, 8 Sanyo RC-2400 Nicads.
> >
> > Little booger really moves. In that pic it is running about 35 MPH I
have
> > done some tuning and am hitting low 40's now.

Dave wrote:
>
>   That kicks all kinds of ass.
>
>   Is anybody doing servo-controlled prop vs. transom angle trim?  I'd
> think that'd be a way to squeak out a couple more knots.  I easily get
> another 8-10 knots on my jetboats by adjusting vertical jet angle.
> The mechanics might be difficult but it'd probably be worth it.
>
Getting the boat dialed in is the hard part. The next set of adjustments I
need to do is strut depth and prop angle. I am not aware of anybody doing
any servo controlled stuff on this small of a hull. The big killer for us on
E-power is weight. We gotta keep it light light light. There are some units
made by Graupner for their electric outboards that allow for remote trim.
Neat stuff.

--
Mike