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New secondhand cruiser maybe Aero Kit
Hurric123:
Hi all I have just bought an old secondhand 38 inch cruiser from an online auction. I hope the pictures are attached. The boat has had an engine in the past. I am looking for info on the type and size of motor and prop to fit to go electric, and also the actual identity and possible age of this model.
This model has a fairly flat bottom and a small rudder so I dont think it will be a fast boat just a river cruiser type.
Thanks
Vintage:
That's a nice looking boat :-))
I'm fairly sure it's a "Maycraft Mercury", you'll find more info. on it if you scroll down the page on the following link: Vintage Model Works - Boat History.
Hope this helps.
Mark
chas:
Definitely a Mercury, the second boat I made way back in time. A boat to be treasured, and a rare beast now. You are a lucky chap. Mine had an E.D. 3.5 cc engine and had a respectable speed for the time. It's worth putting a decent motor in, just don't aim for speed freak performance or it will look silly on the water.
Chas
Hurric123:
Hi chaps,
You are right its definitely a Maycraft Mercury. Its in pretty good condition just a couple of hand rails missing , a couple of window issues and a crack in the roof. I wont put an engine back because you are not allowed engines on my local lake . I definitely will go for a motor. Is it worth going for a water cooled motor as I could probably use the existing plumbing for the water cooling?
Regards
canabus:
Hi Hurric123
For a nice cruiser setup, go a 3639-1100kv brushless motor with a 60Amp car ESC(Hobbyking HK60A SL), 3S 5800mah Lipo Battery and a 2 blade 40mm prop.
You will require no water cooling for either the motor or ESC.
Nice and simple.
This is my setup for my Sea Commander for the last year and have not had a problem.
Good for about 3/4 hour run with a bit of flat out.
Nice boat and a great find !!!
Canabus
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