.10 O.S. Max engine plumbed and installed using the fabricated engine mount. We used 1/8" 6061 Aluminum Alloy for the mount. A .15 also fits nicely and produces twice the power using the stock #871 pipe.
Once the engine was in place we used a dremel to cut a hole for the exhaust tube. Note the 45 degree angle cut on the end of the tube. This was done to avoid the water splashing up and blocking the exit.
We replaced the kits radio box lid with a well sealed clear Lexan lid. The double seal was made with silicone sealant. It's hard to see, but next to the antenna is a bump proof water switch in the clear lid. This is done so all wires stay in the water proof radio box.
The stock kit uses a fixed prop and a rudder. The prop was where you see the silver spacer before the u-joint and the rudder mounted in the same mount we used for our scratch built outdrive. The silver piece protruding from the corner of the hull is an auto-bailer to let water out of the boat while driving.
After assembly install the grafix and bolt on the wing. We put a silicone seal on the cover so we can run the boat in rough water conditions without "swamping" it.
Use the ABS stand included with the kit to keep the running gear off the dirt or cement. Note the high mounted position of the exhaust from splashing or waves.
Lean and mean, ready for action!