AquaCraft Top Speed 2 HCAB5010 Assembly And Operation Manual Download Page 3

All pictures, descriptions, and specifications found in this
instruction manual are subject to change without notice.
AquaCraft maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors
in this manual.

Below is a list of items that are generally required to run a
non-pullstart nitro boat. You will want to consult your
engine’s manual for any special items or brands that they
might recommend.

Hot Shot

2 Glow starter (HCAP2520)

Torqmaster

90 Starter (HCAP3200)

Torqmaster 12V 7A Battery (HCAP0800)

12V Charger (HCAP0200)

Hand-Crank Fuel Pump (HCAP3015)

Nitromethane model boat fuel such as O’Donnell 30%
boat racing fuel (DTXP0432, Consult your engine
manual for specific requirements)

#2 Phillips screwdriver (HCAR1024)

Hobbico

®

Heavy-Duty diagonal cutter 7" (HCAR0627)

Metric (HCAR1190) and standard hex drivers (HCAR1195)

Adjustable wrench

Pliers (HCAR0625)

Flex cable grease (HCAB3000)

After Run Engine Oil (HCAP3000)

Glow plugs (consult your engine manual for specific
requirements)

Fuel tubing (GPMQ4131)

Hook & Loop material (GPMQ4480)

Hobby knife (HCAR0109)

Cable ties (BUKC2475)

Extra “AA” batteries (EVEP1202 – 4 pk, FUGP7316 – 16 pk)

Thread-locking compound (DTXR2010)

Great Planes

®

Pro

CA glue (medium – GPMR6009,

debonder – GPMR6039)

Paper towels

Spray-on glass cleaner

Sunglasses

Sun block

Waders or rubber boots

Cooler with plenty of ice and soda

Folding table

Lawn chairs

First aid kit

EZ-up or canopy for shelter

4 or 5-cell Receiver pack (DTXM2010)

O.S.

® 

.21 XM Engine (OSMG1721)

Futaba

®

2PL 2-channel radio (FUTK01**)

Drill bits: 1/8" [3mm], 13/64" [5mm] (or 7/32" [5.5mm]),
15/64" [6mm], and 13/32" [10.5mm] 

Phillips head screwdriver (HCAR1022)

Needle-nose pliers (HCAR0625)

Adjustable wrench (for changing propellers)

Optional Tools:

Ultimate Body Reamer (DTXR1157)

BOW: The front of the boat

STERN: The back of the boat

PORT: This is the left side of the boat when aboard and
facing the front (bow). An easy way to remember this is that
both port and left contain four letters.

STARBOARD: This is the right side of the boat when
aboard and facing the front (bow).

HULL: The body of the boat.

DECK: The top of the boat

SPONSON: The projections at either side of hull that give
lateral stability on the water.

HOOKING: The effect caused when one of the sponsons
digs into the water and violently spins the rear of the boat
around. This usually stalls the engine.

Do not use too much force when tightening self-tapping
screws. Overtightening will cause the threads in the material
to strip. We recommend that you stop turning a self-tapping
screw once you feel some resistance as the head of the
screw comes in contact with the material. Avoid using
powered screwdrivers when assembling this kit. They tend
to overtighten the screws. Do not use thread-locking

SCREW INFORMATION

BOAT TERMINOLOGY

ITEMS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE ASSEMBLY

OTHER USEFUL ITEMS TO HAVE ON HAND

USEFUL TOOLBOX  ITEMS

SUGGESTED FIELD EQUIPMENT

SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability
associated with the use of this product, the buyer is
advised to return this kit immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.

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Summary of Contents for Top Speed 2 HCAB5010

Page 1: ...ou bought your model It is your proof of purchase and we must see it before we can honor the warranty To return your Top Speed 2 for repairs covered under warranty you should send your boat to Hobby S...

Page 2: ...ler you may be severely injured Because of the speed and mass of this boat it is capable of inflicting property damage and severe personal injury if a collision occurs Never run this boat in the prese...

Page 3: ...1721 Futaba 2PL 2 channel radio FUTK01 Drill bits 1 8 3mm 13 64 5mm or 7 32 5 5mm 15 64 6mm and 13 32 10 5mm Phillips head screwdriver HCAR1022 Needle nose pliers HCAR0625 Adjustable wrench for changi...

Page 4: ...ts 6 32 Threaded Inserts 6 Washers 8 Nylon Quick Links 9 On Off Switch Cover 10 Steering Link Exits 11 Steering Link Seals 12 Throttle Housing Antenna Tube Seals 13 Balloon 14 2 56 Clevises for steeri...

Page 5: ...and thrust angle of the engine 1 Locate and remove the body clip and nylon washer at the rear of each side of the cowl as shown TIP Use CA glue to attach the nylon washers in place at the rear of the...

Page 6: ...own Be certain to replace the nylon washers between the mounting plate and the upper and lower swivel brackets 4 Slide the swivel pin back up through the mounting plate and replace the 4 x 8mm screw 5...

Page 7: ...spacer inserted between the engine and transom improves handling tremendously 1 Install the K B 3 5 on the DuBro motor mount so that the section of the black insert holding the swivel pin is at the to...

Page 8: ...st be sure to check the size of the hole often and be careful not to make the opening too large If using a drill bit be careful not to blow out through the wood inside the box 4 Use a drill with a 7 3...

Page 9: ...radio system manual for proper radio set up DO NOT permanently attach the radio box to the hull as you will need to remove it from time to time 1 Cut two X shaped servo arms down to the configuration...

Page 10: ...it seal Keep the rubber throttle pushrod seal nearby for test fit Place a bead of CA glue on the rubber antenna exit and insert it in the radio box lid as shown TIP Make the hole right above where the...

Page 11: ...mm S T screw included with engine and fasten it to the engine as shown 6 Locate two 2 screw lock pushrod connectors One will attach to the arm of the throttle servo and the other will attach to the th...

Page 12: ...o crimp the lines Notes Outboard engines steer by physically pivoting from side to side Be sure to leave enough fuel line so that the engine can pivot freely Please refer to your engine s manual for f...

Page 13: ...ds 2 75 oz of stick on weight it will be necessary to temporarily apply the additional weight to the sponson tips Once a balance point has been established the stick on weight can be removed from the...

Page 14: ...alancer until the propeller is balanced 400 grit wet dry sandpaper will provide a smooth finish Note While polishing a propeller improves its appearance it does not improve performance PROPELLER THRUS...

Page 15: ...ring and speed require fine tuning the variables listed above Model tunnel boats are best suited for operation on calm water locations Wind and waves present challenges to running a tunnel design An i...

Page 16: ...t one another will create rough water conditions on the race course and to successfully compete in racing situations it may be necessary to tighten the ride characteristics This can be accomplished by...

Page 17: ...winner FUEL In April of 2000 designer of the Top Speed 2 Jerry Dunlap conducted a comparison test using varying percentages of nitromethane fuel Results were obtained running a model tunnel boat not t...

Page 18: ...dry out completely If you neglect to do this it may result in corrosion of the electronic components IMPORTANT If for whatever reason your boat takes on a large amount of water swamps or sinks causin...

Page 19: ...Pushrod Connector 2 HCAB8606 Radio Box Waterproof Tape HCAB3000 Speed Grease Driveline Cable Lube GPMQ4103 8oz Fuel Tank To order replacement parts for the AquaCraft Top Speed 2 use the order numbers...

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