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Section 2: Rudder Installation
Section 3: Filling the Fuel Tank
Parts Needed
: Rudder and 2.5mm hex screw
We recommend that you use Blue Thunder
™
20% fuel. For
maximum performance, we recommend Blue Thunder Race
Formula. Blue Thunder fuels are specifically formulated for
excellent power and engine protection.
Locate the fuel tank inside the cockpit area and unscrew the lid.
Use either the DYN2009 Fast Tap
™
quart bottle spout that has been
attached to the quart of fuel or the DYN2003 Fuel Bottle to fill the
fuel tank with your selection of Blue Thunder fuel. After you have
filled the fuel tank and re-installed the lid, wipe away any excess
fuel that may have spilled inside the hull or elsewhere on the boat.
Immediately seal the fuel container by putting the lid back on after
refueling in order to protect the fuel from moisture.
Section 4: Range Checking the JR Python Radio System
Before the first run of the ShockWave
™
36, you should check
the radio for proper operation and to ensure proper control
movement of the rudder and throttle. Also ensure that the
antenna on the boat is extended properly and that all batteries
are in working condition.
1. With the radio system turned on (transmitter and receiver)
and the transmitter antenna down (engine off), walk off
40 to 50 paces from the ShockWave 36.
2. Have an assistant remain with the boat to check for proper control
movement of the rudder from your transmitter input.
3. If everything appears to be operating correctly, raise the
antenna and start the engine (refer to Section 6 of this manual
and to the separate DYN .32 engine manual). Place the boat in
the water and run it (at about
1
⁄
3
throttle) close to the shore-
line. If the radio system is operating properly, you can begin
to run the boat faster and further away from the shoreline.
Note
: It is a good idea to range check prior to operating
your boat after any repair, installation of new batteries, or
at the beginning of each boating season.
Step 2.
Carefully insert the rudder as shown.
Step 3.
Find the flat spot on the rudder. Using the 2.5mm
hex wrench, tighten the hex screw on the flat spot as shown.
Step 1.
Locate the stainless steel rudder and 2.5mm
hex screw.
Section 5: Handling Adjustments
Trim Tabs:
The trim tabs can greatly enhance the performance of
your ShockWave. To adjust the angle of the trim tabs, use a large
pair of channel lock pliers to carefully bend the tabs as shown.
This
must
be done carefully so that you do not damage the
transom. If you would like a calmer, more controlled run, carefully
bend the tabs down
1
⁄
8
”. If your goal is to go faster and to add
excitement, bend the tabs up.
Wake Conditions:
It is advisable to run your ShockWave in low to
medium wake conditions to avoid having problems with the boat
overturning. If the conditions are questionable, bend the trim tabs
down a bit to reduce the likelihood of having the boat overturn.
