Got the Aquarama wet today..! (18 months since opening the box...)
Went pretty well. No water inside, always good. Waterline is good, some more fittings to be added so hull will eventually sit a little lower. Slight list to port, not sure why but will keep that in mind. Water pump works as does the sound system. Motor and ESCs did get warm so I will route some water to them. Motors only drew 9A as a maximum, so I may look as coarser props. Top speed was OK. But could do with a little more, especially if pulling a skier. I guess I might not need the 3:2 reduction that I built in, could even try reversing the gears for a higher shaft speed... Some options to think about.
Outing was to the Elmbridge Model Club lake at Egham. I'm not a member yet, but a very warm welcome from the guys down there. And a very impressive collection of IC powerboats...
I'm pleased with the chine mods, water is deflected out and down and the hull rides high and dry. Doesn't dig in on the turns, and handles well at all speeds.
And a video if anyone's interested...
https://youtu.be/iOqXcmdjqSsNow the work on the details and fittings....
Regards to all
David.