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andydore
Jan 10, 2009, 04:11 PM
Again could anybody help. I'm building my first model power boat and was
wondering about engine sizes. This is not for racing, purely fun.

The boat is deep V 36" long 7 3/4" wide. I have an old aero engine
that is 0.40 cu inches, but I am worried about how to cool this.

Also would people recommend a surface piercing stern drive or a more
traditional under boat propeller.

Thanks


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John
Jan 11, 2009, 03:33 AM
The engine should work fine being air cooled as long as you have no
hatch covering it up. i.e. it gets airflow. Depending on your hull
design, I would recommend a surface drive for a standard Monohull.


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andydore
Jan 11, 2009, 05:56 AM
john,

Thanks very for the help. Definately clarified a few concerns.


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