hi spud, i have the model slipway 900 motor too, mtronix 25 speed controler and acoms reciever n servo and a 12v battery, no bow thruster, model dosnt need it, even towing 2 nets it turns well so nice n simple! electronics not my strong point! I use removable lead and steel weights placed in the hull for ballast and have cut an extra hatch infront of the wheelhouse for easy acces to ballast and batteries, must b a nightmare trying to put batteries and that in thru the wheelhouse hole, makes model easy to transport and carry with removable ballast, will take a few pics of my set up if you need them