I've been doing some additional research regarding using / testing various props on the Black Jack 24 V2. One of the You-tube guys, said the "Octura X440 "actually ran pretty well on the boat. I was wondering if you had tried that prop, on the boat? And if so; any issues? I can't keep the boat in the water with the stock prop. I was also thinking. Trim tabs would be really helpful. Thoughts? What would be my options? Thanks for your response, in advance. -Mark-
An x440 would be pretty slow, the stock prop is excellent. What actual problems are you having? Maybe post a video. Catamarans don’t need trim tabs not even the terrible ones. What battery packs do you have in it?
I am still trying to feel the boat. I am hooking my turns, and end up dumping the boat. At present I am running two 5000MAH. 50 C , Spekum 2 S ( 4S) run . My 6 S run are two Electron Pro 3S 100 CX2. . The boat is actually more stable, but , the speed is crazy fast. And realistically , too fast. The boat won't stay down, unless I clock back down the power on the TX. . I have taken my Traxas M41 out to 50mph. On the bigger boat, at 50 mph, it's a lot more controllable. With the 6S pack in the Black Jack, V2. I am actually faster than that. But Any wind, or wave, and the boat launces. So, where's the fun in that? And calling for a rescue............. too often? Thanks for the advice ,regarding the prop. I may still try the Octura, just to see what it does? Appreciate the advice. Mark
@@marknickells6097 the m41 handles way better than the bj24. You have to make wide turns relatively fast with the bj24 or it’ll flip over. That’s why I just to straight line runs with the bj24 on video. It handles terrible. It’s not a good design like the v1 when it comes to handling.
I had the boat in the water yesterday. The water conditions were not Ideal, and did a lot of "launching. and managed to flip it four times." THE boat is now is now nick -named grasshopper. An observation. I had range issues. Maybe 300 feet out, I started to lose the boat. How are you running over 60MPH. And staying in range? And how are you keeping the boat, in the water at that speed . When I hit 40 with the boat, and doesn't want to lay down. I am thinking trim tabs would be really helpful, and maybe tune down the prop, and do something like a CNC .440 ? What other props have you tested ? I have the original Black jack 24. running a TFL. 438. , and runs on a rail. This Black Jack is using the Black Jack 42 prop, and I think, being hi rake, and and a lifting prop, it's too much for this boat. Do you have any new videos of your 6 S setup? Other prop recommendations? My 3 S battery is The Electron Pro 5200 100 C battery and fit the trays fine. Proboat/ Horizon , did a pretty good job on this. Except for the transmitter. That's my first UPGRADE. Thanks, Mark.
The run was only 65mph because of range issues. I installed an sr315 spectrum receiver and dx5 transmitter for more range. I dropped the strut 3mm for all runs. Stock it wasn’t very good. The Vegas version blackjack 24 I have a video of I left everything stock except the prop. I’ve run most of the common props and they all run fine on this hull. The most recent video with the blow over is on 8s. I ran it again yesterday on 6s doing ovals with an abc 1716 and it handled alright. The tfl 438 prop runs good and stays cool on 6s also right around 52-53mph.
She hit the lake today, and was really windy and too much , chop. Did a lot of stunt driving. and some flying, including back stands. I run a cap and a single 4 S batterie. (120 C) , and the boat was a rocket. (Flipped 4 times.), and the 6 S , the lake wouldn't behave. I got one clean 52 mph. run. THE good and the bad. On clean water, it moves. THE bad. And this I don't understand this. . A brand-new, amazing boat. But was paired with the cheapest low power radio they could put in the BOX. And, the range , really sucked. That will need to be addressed. Otherwise, The new Black Jack 24 is a riot to drive. Time to upgrade my batteries. Keep the pedal to the metal.
Yeah the radio and servo are terrible but the motor is really nice. I put the stock motor in one of my race boats. Mines running 65mph ovals right now. It’s a handful compared to higher end hulls but still fun nonetheless. Good boat for the $$
@@ReceptiveKing93 the tray is meant to fit 139mm pack length. If it’s a standard hard case it should fit. I can fit 9500 cnhl 3s packs without the trays and 6000 4s without them. So pretty much anything reasonable fits if you don’t use the trays.
Great video brother Proboat discontinued my favorite boat to bring that one out and I've had such a hatred towards it for so long because of that but the longer that that jet stream has been out it's slowly growing on me and I'm actually now debating on picking one up I don't know if you remember the River jet 23 or 26 inch I have two of them one I have ran one I have not in the thing I like the most about the River jet is that they were self-righting with an OutRunner motor my other issue with the jet stream is is they run 100 amp speed control which is used in The recoil 26 inch that likes to pop when you run 4S could be because of the OutRunner motor but I'm not sure as I've not had a jet stream yet so I'm thinking here in the next 2 months of picking one up
Just curios. What batteries were you using on the 6S test. And was this with the stock prop? How did you get the batteries fit on the trays? Awesome vid, by the way. Looking forward to more.
Yowoo 60c 3s 5200 soft packs. They fit perfect in the stock tray at 139mm length which is standard size for a 2 or 3s hard pack. They don’t make those packs anymore but I’ve upgraded to their new 5500’s 150c and I’ve run a best of 81 with those. 65mph was with a stock prop on 6s.
Hello, is there a function in the remote control that shows a low battery level or is there another way to show a low battery level? And one more question: is the water shooting function available immediately or do I need to buy something else?
There isn’t a way to see battery voltage but you could get a “lipo alarm” to put on the battery to alert you. And yes you need to buy another part to shoot water. I’m running a 3s 2200 spektrum 30c pack from one of my airplanes and I’ve been doing rescues for weeks and it’s still above 70%.
I have a 4s Vegas (white) and the heatwave on 6/8s now. It handles the power fine in a straight line. The boat doesn’t turn well no matter what so I just use it for speed runs. It’s fun for that.
these are very desirable hulls. they handle race water great and are very competitive in P-Limited racing. my buddy has one that does high 60s on 4S with a Limited 3660 size motor. it eats up waves and wakes.
I actually ran a motley crew as a p limited racer when they first came out. Setup with ul-1 motor and rudder. Swapped to a leopard motor later. I’ll post some old videos of it soon.
After building my Trf 420x kit that cost 1k and then building an Xpress kit that cost $150 I sold the TRF and bought a boat. The xpress has zero slop and went together perfectly.
I agree I try and go out every day!! I'm a disabled vet and I'm very new to RC Boats and I'm learning as I go. I have found this hobby has become such an important part of my mental health so I started my own channel looking for tips from others so I can be successful. I love running my boats and leaving my troubles on pause for a few hours so I can clear my head and make better decisions!! #BGFL
I sure don't like going under that bridge. Most people see concrete when they see a bridge. I see a huge Faraday cage made out of miles of steel reinforcing bars coated with a thin layer of concrete. I question radio reception when going under and past that bridge.
I’ve never had issue. I’m worried about the rocks just below the surface though. Haven’t walked across the bridge to see where they are since I was a kid though.
@@FEboats There are some REALLY shallow spots, especially around the big rock at the northeast corner. I've noticed some big rocks near shore as the water cleared up.
I don’t but the screw holding the hot racing tabs was stripped and I forgot to replace it so I took them off at the pond. It might work with some adjustments but I didn’t make any yet.
@@FEboats yes sir she's mine I messaged the seller and asked what his buy price was we settled on 650 spare hatch along with some props and a bunch of goodies for it to try
@@600bubba that’s awesome! That’s a lot of $$ but it is what it is. It’s a lot better than the newer rtr’s. Mine mostly sits on the shelf next to my UL-19.
@@FEboats see I wish I could find a nice condition ul-19 around here the 3 near me have been thrashed and back and they still want 500+ not spending that on a used boat lol did get some back jack v2 vids up today
If you're wondering why I threw the 120 amp in it it's just like you I don't typically have to sell lipos I have one 2s lectron pro batteries so it's like all my other boats are three and 6s yeah let's just do the 120 amp in it
@@FEboats yup me and Kris use to go down and race in Cali before he closed shop I still go down and race in Paris ca every year still have the bmb motor but run a bullet 70cc minarelli hybrid on that same felt lol
Just picked up both of mine yesterday from my local hobby shop I had him pre-ordered both liveries opened up the heatwave last night and pulled out the spectrum 90 AMP through a spectrum 120 amp we're going on 6s out the box poor sonic wave V2 lol nothing wrong with it's 120 amp speed control but I was getting ready to put a fly color 150 in it knowing that I was going to 6s swap the blackjack 24
Yes the stock motor handles 6s no problem. Motor is under 110 after these runs. I did make the holes bigger for the water lines in the hull with a body reamer though so they aren’t pinched down.
@@dxfisher I hope you like it. A 2200 is a little hot for 6s if you’re doing more than running it like I am. Just watch temps until you’re sure it’s running good and safe. Mine has stayed nice and cool.
Ran it today temps were really good I do not really run it super hard Man a appreciate your in put I’m coming over for Rc helicopters And this is way different
