Akula II Radio

[KevinMC]

Wow, lucky time for me to check in!

As Jim said, I'm in Hamilton but I work in Burlington. I'm happy to lend some guidance if I can. I'll shoot you a PM with my email address.

Kevin McLeod
(...cuz I like it when it's spelled that way. )

[subdude]

(...cuz I like it when it's spelled that way. )

Sorry buddy, no offence meant. My bad.

Missed you at the 8 ball picnic!

[KevinMC]

No offense taken, Jim!

I definitely missed being there too. And I dare say it was a lot less muddy than what I was going through!


KMc

[Joe D]

The Vex radio is a 6 channel radio and it doesn’t have proportional switch. You will need either channel 5 or 6 to control the ballast. if you use the optional Hall Sensor control for ballast option than you will need the Step Server Controller to allow up to 5 positions for ballast control. I have built 3 Engel boats and have used the Hall Sensor. Look at Bobs videos on the Step Server Controller.

https://engel-modellbau.eu/shop/en/Submarine-Kits/Type-212A/Hall-Sensor-for-Compact-Tank-Switch-CTS2-2-upgrade-set.html?listtype=search&searchparam=Hall%20sensor

https://www.rc-submarine.com/product-page/step-servo-controller

[Joe D]

You mentioned that you have esc’s, servo’s, etc. If you decide to purchase the Set it will contain everything you need except the receiver. I have only purchased the complete kits when ordering from Engel. It’s proven to be a big time saver and takes the guess work out of selecting parts. I have used the included NIMH batteries in all three Engel boats and never had a problem with run time. Just giving you my experience in engel boats.