Model powerboats with internal combustion engines are a delight to the eye and the ear, with their elegant, potent looks, their “real” engine sound, their sophisticated power system technology and - not least - their superb performance on the water. 163 pages DUE Early August 07
Model powerboats with internal combustion engines are a delight to the eye and the ear, with their elegant, potent looks, their “real” engine sound, their sophisticated power system technology and - not least - their superb performance on the water. 163 pages DUE Early August 07
Petrol or glow engine, two-stroke or four-stroke, single-cylinder or multi-cylinder, mono-hull, catamaran or hydroplane, strut drive unit or Z-drive - these and many more are all options available to the operator of I.C. powerboats and all these factors must be considered before you purchase such a model. The author is an experienced RC powerboat operator and has set up an Internet forum on the subject; as such he is conversant with all the questions the beginner wants answered, as well as more advanced ideas, information and tips for the expert. This book contains more than 250 illustrations and diagrams and covers all aspects of these exciting models. It starts by describing the characteristics of the various types of hull, power plant and drive unit and gives plenty of information, which will help the would be RC powerboat freak to choose the right combination of components. The book then moves on to a step-by-step account of the construction of a proven model powerboat, complete with its petrol engine. An entire chapter is devoted to operational safety, which is such a vital subject with these powerful, high-speed models. The beginner is given dozens of useful and practical tips at this stage to help him avoid mistakes and problems both in building and operating the models and the book also includes a comprehensive fault-finding checklist to help you identify and correct unwanted handling problems. The book contains so much practical information that even the complete beginner will feel confident about setting up his new RC powerboat correctly, with the aim of enjoying the full performance of the model. This is a great place to get started. Read the book and find out what this wide-ranging, highly varied and most exciting branch of the scale model boat builder’s art is all about.
