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[Derka]

Hi guys,

I recently purchased a second hand Kyosho Jetstream 800 EP boat but it needs a new motor, an ESC and a few other bits to make it run right (or atleast as fast as I want!  ).
 I have made the decision to sell this boat and let someone else enjoy it as I have no connection with it and don't want to spend £100+ bringing up to spec to get it running without over heating.

I was set on going for a speed boat type, something along the lines of the Joysway Bullet v2, Hobbyking Scotfree/Relentess v2 etc but I saw some boats on YouTube called Veesport 2660 and Atlas 540. I'm not sure what these type of boats are called though? I know one, the Veesport 2660 has a direct drive but the Atlas uses a gearbox. From my limited info, I'm led to believe the direct drive option is 'better'?

I know the two boats just above are very old, but if you guys could help me out with maybe something modern in a similar style around the £150 mark that would be great!

Many Thanks :)

[jarvo]

Hi Derka, all depends on what your ability and patience are!!!!  if you are a resonable builder have a look at cornwall model boats they do a large selection of kits, or as ready to run fast boats look at hobby king, they have a good selection some with motors fitted or with the required bits just below the pictures and description.


Look at what you fancy, come back and we can help the selection, were do you live as this may hinder the motor selection (electric or I/C ) a lot of waters wont allow I/C engines.


Look in the club section and see if there is a club near you


Regards


Mark

[Derka]

Hi Mark, sorry I should of said I'd like a boat almost ready to run or RTR. I think this leaves me Abs and Fibreglass hulls.

I live near the sea and have lots of Lochs nearby but I'd want electric only!

My nearest club is Pentland model boat club, but there some 80 miles away.

What websites do you use to search for boats?

I quite like the look of old vintage ones above (Atlas 540 and Veesport 2660) but I'm not sure what type of Hulls they're called.

[tigertiger]

Assuming the lochs mean it will be choppy waters, is that correct?
It may affect your choices.

[Derka]

Hi,

Yes, Lochs can be choppy, but generally they are quite calm. Loch is a Scottish word for an expanse of relatively sheltered water-  Lake, Reservoir, Sea inlet etc.

[radiojoe]

Hi Derka
Have a look on   http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/index.asp?whl=GBR in the almost ready to run boats section they have a lot on there in various lengths and prices, I like the Genesis fast cat it's just over a meter she should handle the locks well,and about £156, and here's a tip take your time looking at the one you want to buy, after a few minutes you will most likely be offered it at a reduced price if you buy it then,  and if you do buy one make sure your on the uk warehouse other wise you may pay more for postage.

[Derka]

I've come across this, its a Hobby Engine Saint Princess - http://www.cmldistribution.co.uk/product/HE0302/hobby-engine-premium-label-2-4g-saint-princess-boat

I like this look of boat a lot and it looks fast enough in this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9piELZqNgq0

Its only 670mm long though, would it be a bit of its depth in slightly rougher waters?

Who else makes boat that look like these cabin cruisers?

[spearfish99]

You might have a look around Ebay. Something like an already built Sea Commander or even sea Queen from Aerokits might fit the bill quite nicely


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sea-Commander-/331818301536?hash=item4d41e97860:g:SfYAAOSwzvlW~N5v

[jarvo]

I have had a look at the Hobby Engine boat, it is quite small with a limited battery power, only 600ma with the 550 motor fitted it will have a short run time possibly about 5 mins. Have a look at Hobbyking they do quite a few slightly bigger boats with decent batteries more run time and better value


Mark