south dakota help

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by Aussie, Dec 29, 2011.

  1. Aussie

    Aussie New Member

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    Hi everyone
    This is my first ship im building a south dakota for big gun im just wondering what size motors I will need and also what size props?
    Also what will be some good rudders to use?
    Also if there are any suggestions for servos, batteries, remotes etc it would be greatly appriciated.
    Thanks
     
  2. MasterClay

    MasterClay Active Member

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    go to either strikemodels.com or battlersconnection.com you can buy the complete hardware kits for this ship that will include everything you need
     
  3. Buddy

    Buddy Active Member

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    Hello there.
    In my South Dakota BB that I have run for the last 4 yrs I have used 2 Johnson 6 volt motors useing a Battlers Connection gear box that has a 3 to 1 ratio. They turn 1 and 3/4 " props , 4 blade 25 degree pitch. This set up pushes my South Dakota right at 26 sec in 100 ft. Good pickup and stopping.For battery power I use 2- 6 volt 10 amp hr gell cell s for drive motors and a 1- 6 volt 7 amphr for pump.Hope that helps.
    Buddy
     
  4. Aussie

    Aussie New Member

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    ok thanks guys