Larry Horne
Guest
Attached is the propulsor for my DPV. Its a Minn Kota 55# thrust lower unit and draws 45 amphes. As you can see I have disassembled it to determine which parts I will us and which not. I plan to upgrade the motor's seal points (O-rings and gaskets)
I will provide Step-by-Step construction photos but it will be a slow process due to other obligations.
I plan on using a composite construction technique to hold the weight to a minimum. I have collected PVC in 6, 8, and 10" diameters and solid surface material but all weigh too much in my opinion.
Battery is the next decision............it drives the diameter of the body which drives construction technique.
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The propulsor is a KIPAWA #358 three blade prop for the Minn Kota.
Cost to date:
Motor: $125
Prop: $40
Larry
I will provide Step-by-Step construction photos but it will be a slow process due to other obligations.
I plan on using a composite construction technique to hold the weight to a minimum. I have collected PVC in 6, 8, and 10" diameters and solid surface material but all weigh too much in my opinion.
Battery is the next decision............it drives the diameter of the body which drives construction technique.
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The propulsor is a KIPAWA #358 three blade prop for the Minn Kota.
Cost to date:
Motor: $125
Prop: $40
Larry