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This Basic Hardware Kit itemized below includes the initial components necessary to
assemble the Model 60 or Model 80 Boat. Other major components needed to complete the
total task are ordered separately and include the Boat Package, a Motor Package, R/C Radio
Package, and an optional Total Hardware Kit. These instructions assume that you have all the
packages including the Total Hardware Kit, or have access to all comparable THK parts.
We suggest you read the entire instructions before starting the assembly. Drawings & photos
on the back pages will help in the assembly procedure. Carefully follow each step to ensure
proper assembly and avoid any costly mistake. Total assembly time for a semi-experienced
hobbyist is approximately 10-12 hours. Use normal safety precautions during the assembly.
1. BASIC TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED
a. Propane Torch
b. Allen Wrench Set
c. Drill & Bits 1/16, 1/4, 9/64, 5/32, 11/64, 8/32, 1/2
d. Tap Wrench for 8/32 screw
e. Deburring tool for 8/32 screw hole
f. Dremel Drill with 90-degree adapter (optional)
g. Solder Gun
h. Loctite (Red or comparable)
i. Crazy Glue (or comparable)
j. Fiberglass & Polyester Resin (Bondo brand or ?), or 2-Hr Epoxy
k. Silicone sealer (for all boat mounting holes not using grommets)
2. BASIC HARDWARE KIT INCLUDES:
a. Drop down Motor Mount Assembly
b. Strut Assembly
c. Rudder Assembly with water pick up
d. Pipe Mount Assembly
e. R/C Antenna
3. BOAT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
a. Finished Hull with glassed-in stringers
b. Fiberglass Holding Tray for fuel tanks
c. Turn Fin
d. Fiberglass Radio Box & Lid
4. MOTOR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
a. Motor (glow plug ordered separately)
b. Flex-Hex Coupler
c. Header Pipe
d. Tuned Pipe
Recommendation: Using the supplied drop down motor- mount (2a) will set the motor near
the bottom of the Deep-Vee hull and thus provide optimum boat performance. We do not
advise using any other type of motor mount kit (example: RPM Mount Kit) with this custom
Seaducer Hull,
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INSTRUCTIONS
SEADUCER MODEL 60 & 80
1. 4 #6 self-tapping screws, 1/2"
m. 2 Rubber Bands, #64
n. 3M Clear Tape, 3/4-inch HD
o. Boat Cradle (see step 12.4)
p. Scrap wood, 1/4 x 3 x 5
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Summary of Contents for Seaducer 60
- Page 1 This Basic Hardware Kit itemized below includes the initial components necessary to assemble the Model 60 or Model 80 Boat. Other major components needed to complete the total task are ordered separately and include the Boat Package, a Motor Package, R/C Radio Package, and an optional Total Hardware Kit.
- Page 2 And remember, bigger is not always better; more torque will not improve this boat's overall performance. (Note that the Prather prop and other similar props have been race-tested and typically do not perform well with this Seaducer hull). Contact a Seaducer Boat technician for advice before selecting a non-Octura prop.
- Page 3 STEP 1 – Boat Stand Construct a boat cradle using 3/4-inch ID PVC pipe with 1 8-inch long horizontal bars wrapped in cushioning tape (see Pic. #9). This cradle will be useful in the transporting and general operation of the boat, and if built early would assist in the initial assembly of the boat. STEP 2 - Fuel Tank Assembiy 1.
- Page 4 STEP 2 - Fuel Tank Assembiy con’t Refer to Pic. #2: add the medium fuel line (5i) to the vent tube on the 24-oz. tank. Use 5 inches of the large fuel line (5h) between the 5/32 tube on the 24-oz. tank and the input tube (bubble) on the 2-oz tank.
- Page 5 STEP 4 –Drop Down Motor Mount Assembly (for "surface drive" operation) 1. The Drop Down Motor Mount Assembly package (2a) includes two pre-assembled rail mounts and a pkg. of assorted extra spacers with assembly instructions, plus mounting hardware. The motor rail mounts are assembled to stringer mounts and when installed with the motor must be the same measured distance apart (forward &...
- Page 6 Step 5 -Water Outlet and Floatation Drill a ¼ hole on the port side of the hull by the motor water outlet on the head. Install the water outlet with Loctite. Cut a piece of large fuel line about 5 inches and connect to the inside of the water outlet.
- Page 7 STEP 8 - Mounting the Turn Fin 1. Remove the turn fin (3c) from the boat package and "sharpen" the leading edge on the fin. 2. As shown in Fig. 1 and Pic. #4 place the fin's mounting bracket on the starboard (right) side of the hull with the turn fin crossing the inside edge of the "chine"...
- Page 8 STEP 10 -Drive Dog and Flex Shaft Bearing con’t 4. Re-mount the drive dog on the flex shaft and use Loctite to securely fasten the setscrew. 5. To make a bearing for the flex shaft at the transom end, cut 5 pieces from the excess 1/4-inch brass tubing.
- Page 9 (Note the major items are obtained separately and the following referenced models are only recommendations for units that have been tested and have operated satisfactorily with Seaducer boats. For a steering servo, use HiTeck's Model HS-705MG or comparable Futaba Model. An acceptable holder for the HiTeck steering servo is the Aeromarine's l/4-SGaleHolder.
- Page 10 B. The next step is to mount the steering servo & holder assembly in the Radio Box: 1. Center the Radio Box on the boat stringers and pushed back to the transom. 2. Place the servo-holder assembly in the Radio Box as far back as possible (see Pic. #8). The steering servo's upright horn tip must line up with the associated push-rod hole in the transom and with the rudder control arm linkage.
- Page 11 D. The final servo step is to mount the Radio Box and add the connecting push rods: 1. Position the Radio Box inside the aft stringers and back to the transom. At the Box's mid-way point, add a 1/2-inch brass hook (5f) to the topside of each stringer. Secure the radio box in place by using 2 rubber bands (1 m) stretched over the top- center of the box and from hook-to-hook.
- Page 12 (5z) to the header and then cut-off any excess length from the front end of the tuned pipe: Model 60 Boat must measure 11 -3/4 inches + Model 80 Boat must measure 11 -7/8 inches +...
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Page 13: Liability Disclaimer
Any new information will be posted in the above Web-site. LIABILITY DISCLAIMER The Seaducer Boat must be operated carefully and safely within the capability of the owner and/or designated operator. The boat is capable of high speeds, which if not properly controlled could endanger or harm the operator, another person or personal property.
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