TFL 1106 Pursuit (self-righting version) First look and Maiden run from Banggood.com.

[@MrMad2424]

Buy this boat here and use code BGTFL1106 and get an additional 8% off. www.banggood.com/custlink/GvvyCv6mmC

[@WillMaigur]

It says this code expired. Do you happen to have a new one?

[@trinhquy]

Wondering why TFL removed the trim tabs when the boat is hoping like crazy

[@MrMad2424]

Just needs adjustments and it will be fine. The trim tabs wouldn't fir due to the flood chamber. Trim tabs would have definitely made it better though if they could have included them in some how.

[@trinhquy]

@@MrMad2424 Thanks. Looking forward to your next video with smooth flights.

[@RCBoatBitz]

Where are they supposed to bolt them on?

[@trinhquy]

@@RCBoatBitz I got mine having both tabs on out of the box. I assume TFL watched this clip.lol

[@marshgatelaneposse]

Looking forward to set up update

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks. Lots to do with several boats so it may be a while.

[@marshgatelaneposse]

MrMad2424 Been waiting for two mouths so I can wait a bit more as I live in the U.K. I don’t get to hear the rumble of a big V8 in the background so you’re video fills 2 needs as I said any help on set up of this boat would genuinely be appreciated

[@MrMad2424]

I'm sure it will get to you soon....Thanks!

[@valentinconstantin8070]

Nice.Will be next on my list.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks!

[@dana2750]

Is the hull design on the bottom the same as the non self righting?

[@MrMad2424]

Yes

[@GeneralHobbies]

right on... waiting to see what you do to make it more stable... i mean this looks like something i would like ... will be watching for this one

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro! These self-righter's are always a little tougher to handle because they are balanced to self right.

[@MrMad2424]

Sonicwake is a good boat but it has it's issues as well like most boats do.

[@DietPizza1]

Did you ever dial this one in? Thinking about this or the CF one without SR.

[@MrMad2424]

Get the regular pursuit with out self righting it is way better. The integrated drive i'm not a fan of either. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpOriGWdl7FljKs

[@DietPizza1]

@@MrMad2424 thanks! Any advice picking between the carbon or fiberglass versions?

[@MrMad2424]

@@DietPizza1 Carbon version is really nice and the glass version only comes with the skull decaled version so it's a preference on what you like..

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Awesome boat,like the look and it's pretty quick

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@islandrc-duke1972]

@@MrMad2424 ✌👍😃

[@TheChevy102]

Have you had any success with getting it more stable or should I just buy some trim tabs as well I am going to order it here soon I have the sonic wake now but like the idea of the fibreglass hull I have worked in fibreglass for 10 years.

[@MrMad2424]

I haven't had tome to mess with it anymore. I heard the new ones come with trim tabs now though. It definitely needs them.

[@TheChevy102]

@@MrMad2424 thanks a lot for your reply I seen in the comments on bangood that the new ones have trim tabs just doesn’t show them in the pictures I guess I’ll just have to message them to make sure before I purchase. Hope it’s a good boat I’ll end up paying over $600 Canadian.

[@robbryan3044]

Nice boat. For my first boat, I debated between this one, and the SonicWake. Seeing this porpoise all over the place, I'm glad I went with the SonicWake. That's not too say I didn't still want a Pursuit...my carbon fiber Pursuit should be delivered before the end of this coming week. Speaking of the porpoising...if this were a typical boat, with trim tabs & turn fins, how would you "correct" that (assuming the battery was already moved forward/backward, in an attempt to correct it)? As for this Pursuit...in what appears to be "typical TFL", I noticed that the water cooling tubes for the motor are connected backwards. The 'low', which should be the "inlet", is connected as the "outlet"...and, the 'high', which should be the "outlet", is connected as the "inlet".

[@MrMad2424]

Correct on the cooling tubes. They should be changed. I ran it right out of the box only adding the servo and radio. To eliminate or help porposing lower stinger angle and lower trim tabs if equipped with them.

[@robbryan3044]

@@MrMad2424 I currently own only two TFL boats (CF Pursuit, and their new Jet Boat), but I've also seen other TFL boats (in-person, and in videos), and it seems like TFL is ALWAYS connecting the motor's water lines backwards...I haven't seen a single one connected correctly. Maybe they think, because they're on the "other side" of the International Date Line, they can connect them backwards?

[@trinhquy]

Well, that motor cooling ring holes are bi-directional. TFL connects it correct to allow water flow easier which is from high to low inside the ring you genius.

[@trinhquy]

And when the boat move at high speed, connect it TFL way adds more pressure to push water out even easier and hence cool even better.

[@robbryan3044]

@@trinhquy Incorrect. First, "pressure" will be the same, no matter which way it's connected...basic physics proves that. Second...and more importantly...heat rises, including warmer water - warmer water is ALWAYS higher than cooler water - thus, by introducing the already-warm water having come from the ESC, and placing it into the motor's coming jacket, you're pushing out the 'cooler' water, and allowing the 'warmer' water to remain inside the jacket. If you look at a car/truck radiator...the "heart" of a vehicle's coming system...you NEVER see the 'exit' hoses at the bottom - they are ALWAYS at the top. All that having been said, I do get your point on one thing...and, it's the very same thing I, myself, have questioned - gravity. When I first got involved in FE boating a few months ago, I thought the 'inlet' side should be the top and the 'outlet' side should be the bottom, purely due to gravity. It made sense to me to "fill" the cooling jacket from the top, and for it to "drain" from the bottom (just like...say...a sink, or a bathtub). However, it was others...people who have been involved in FE boating for many, many years that pointed out to me that the pressure will be the same connected either way, plus they reminded me of the "hotter water rises" temperature matter I pointed out above.

[@albaniansuperiorshqipetari8055]

Can you always get spare parts for it? because I have a FT012 and I cant get a Esc for it.

[@MrMad2424]

yes you can get parts for this boats at a lot of places. TFL hobby makes it. www.offshoreelectrics cary TFL boats and lots of parts for this one and others as well here in the states.

[@SprocketUSA]

Hi what did you do to adjust for the water hop ? And What type of tape do you use?

[@MrMad2424]

Lowered the stinger angle down. This boat needs trim tabs to run like it should. I use hatch tape from offshoreelectrics.com

[@marshgatelaneposse]

As someone waiting for there’s I wonder what you think on fitting trim tabs to this version any thought s appreciated

[@MrMad2424]

I'm sure you could fit some on it if you wanted to.

[@UppfinnarAXEL]

Is this boat better than the vector sr80 or should i get the normal pursuit? I will run 4s.

[@MrMad2424]

Normal pursuit

[@UppfinnarAXEL]

@@MrMad2424 ok thanks 👍

[@UDRC85]

Very nice brother. Look really nice.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@WillMaigur]

If this is your first boat and only running 4s, should I get the self righting version or regular version?

[@MrMad2424]

Regular version is much better.

[@pvergas]

I have the same model with the same stability issues. Have you got some tips to make it better?

[@MrMad2424]

No I haven't worked on it yet.

[@earlmoorhead5555]

That actually surprised me was chopping on the water but that just angle I believe but awesome looking 🤣🤣👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MrMad2424]

Appreciate that Bro! Yea I wanted everyone to see it how it comes (or see how mine came). I'll adjust on it and get her running a little better.

[@pvergas]

Hi. Just got one pursuit with self righting. I've noticed that the motor is not centered. It has an angle in the mount to the left. Is this normal? Mine already came with trim tabs. Cool feature. Thanks.

[@MrMad2424]

Congrats on the new boat. You can align the motor a little better but yes that's the mount making it turned a little. The boat really needed trim tabs.

[@davew1285]

I couldnt decide whether or not to get the normal or self righting version of the Pursuit. Since it will be my first RC boat I went with the self righting version. The one I have ordered comes with trim tabs so hopefully it will run smoother than yours. My plan is to put a TP 3640 1570KV motor in there and to run it on 4 & 5s with a larger prop (43 or 45mm). The longer motor can should generate more torque to make this possible without causing any heat issues.... Unfortunately the integrated drive system will limit me to 36mm x 74mm motors (TFL recommend 36mm x 60mm but I have read in forums that 74mm is also OK) so getting this to hit 80kph will be tricky.

[@MrMad2424]

I'm not a fan of the IG drive system. hopefully the trim tabs help make it more stable. I need to put some on mine.

[@pedromonteiro2941]

Good oldie Pursuit, fiberglass hull, with Direct Drive System and self-righting capability ..... Jumping a lot because all weight is on the back ..... Needs adjustment in drive angle ( go negative ... ) and different weight distribution Seems to me it has the potential of being a better boat than the Sonic Wake ..... Just waiting for future runs ..... Cheers !

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! Yes needs negative with maybe a smaller diameter prop and 5s and it might be good to go.

[@pedromonteiro2941]

Try 4S and Octura X445 ( By Chris .... ) I know you have this prop ..... She will move much better ..... 5S with same Octura prop will be even better ..... She doesn't have trim tabs and turning fins .... because there is no space for the left ones, with that big cavity for self-righting ..... Can't have everything at once, must take an option ..... :-) :-) :-)

[@matthewschultz8462]

how do you change the drive angle

[@CoachD386]

Nice boat, what’s the tape you’re using?

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro! It's hatch tape to keep the hatch on and to keep water out. www.offshoreelectrics.com/proddetail.php?prod=hatch-tape-1

[@country0800]

what transmitter and receivers do you use . I have a custom boat that I built using a sonic wake hull I bought from horizon hobbys. bought the empty hull and installed all my own electronics. currently running a fly monster 150 amp marine esc, amd a turnigy xk4074 motor, and a 35kg max rc servo, running mid 50s atm with that setup but I have on order and waiting for as we speak a leopard 4074 2200kv motor to swap out the turnigy with. also all my hardware on the boat are all different custom hardware that I had on a boat I totalled in a crash a few months back. lol. I'm hopeing for a huge speed upgrade with the leopard, also im running a 4518 ABC prop. but considering buying a prop from dasboata because I see they are bad ass props from all your vids

[@MrMad2424]

Sounds like your boat is going to be a beast. I like the Tactic TTX300 . No antenna needed outside of the boat.

[@WillMaigur]

@@MrMad2424 thanks. Which receiver do you use?

[@WillMaigur]

@@MrMad2424 are you using the tactic tr325 receiver with the ttx300?

[@MrMad2424]

@@WillMaigur yes

[@arnoldchildress8053]

Good looking boat like to see it when you get it tweaked out

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks!

[@petergoodwin2465]

I got the same boat , she's very tail heavy . Used trim tabs from rc boat blitz from a Spartan. Put a big battery tray in the center moved up for the correct c.g and it's a beast. I don't like the integrated drive, very hard to get the flex shaft out for maintaining. Will probably put a standard set up in with a 40 size motor .

[@MrMad2424]

Same here. I don't like the ig drive system. Those upgrades you did definitely makes it a better boat.

[@johnnysmoothcanton]

Just got the newer self righting Pursuit with trim tabs. I lowered them a little still bouncing at high speeds with 4s. Should I lower trim tabs more or drop the strut some? Great video as always.

[@MrMad2424]

both if possible.

[@TheAyatollahofNofappollah]

Bummer! It runs like the Feilun FTO11. Thanks for the video!

[@WillMaigur]

Great review. Which steering servo are you using? Did you grease the steering shaft before use?

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! The cheap 25kg servo from amazon. www.amazon.com/ANNIMOS-Digital-Torque-Waterproof-Control/dp/B07GJ6ZCVY

[@paulcooper7162]

Good to see this😊👍..I got a new one changed the motor to the dynamite 3831 motor etc etc..what's the best you'll do really well with next time

[@MrMad2424]

Was yours all over the place as well? Jumping out of the water? How many cells did you run it on?

[@paulcooper7162]

@@MrMad2424I did notice that your vid is on the Xtreme RC Pachino boat club Facebook..sone of the guys run them ,Carmelo ..oh I haven't run nine yet, actually I ordered the Anticapsize like yours and recieved the normal integrated drive one without Anticapsize..don't know how you can fix that without trim tabs unless adjust the strut angle down and fit a bigger trim fin .sutely it will be loose without trim tabs😊?.I'm going to add bigger trim fins to mine from the FT011..I tried them on my Vector and changed the boat to amazing

[@MrMad2424]

Nice. I can fix it but just curious if yours came like that.

[@paulcooper7162]

@@MrMad2424 😊👍😎

[@MrMad2424]

@@paulcooper7162 I try not to sugar coat anything and show it how it comes. Then I like to put my touches on them after that..😎

[@ilyamondrowski2649]

How fast do you think the Pursuit will go on 6s with an ABC prop?

[@MrMad2424]

I have gotten my "non self righting" version Pursuit to 79mph (video on my channel). This one will be way off that pace though because it don't have trim tabs and it's balanced to self right.

[@brianbrissette9444]

Work your magic, turn it into a hero. Have you ever had a tfl Genesis?

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! No never owned a genesis.

[@lubricantrc3244]

can this boat make left turns ?

[@MrMad2424]

wide left turns. It's designed for right turns. I'd go with the regular pursuit though over the self righting version much better handling with the non self righting version.

[@garrettkifer8332]

Being this is about the only video I've seen where the boat wasn't riding out about perfect, lol I figured it would be a decent place to ask. Would you ever consider making a tip/tech video talking about strut height and prop angle for cats and vees? I'd love to see your take on that.

[@MrMad2424]

Here is one I talk a little about adjustment some. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZeupWt3hKeMrqs

[@12R1rcbashr]

Man thats a sweet lookin boat for sure always wondered about the banggood stuff if they were even worth it maybe thanks for sharing happy bashing bud.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro! The TFL Hobby branded stuff is what to get.

[@BitcoinGTR]

Nice one! If you can get it to 60 mph with some mods I'd prob have to buy it.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@EmilWilkensRC]

Nice run! Ohhhh yea, its not like the original without the extra hardware 🤭 looking forward to see how far you can push this, and maybe your view on how the two differs. Keep it up!

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@heat305rc]

thats an awesome boat right there my brother💯💯💯👍👍👍

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@pitbikecookracing3324]

Great job again bro. I can’t wait to see the other boat red run with the upgrade. 👊👍

[@MrMad2424]

Very soon! Thanks Bro!

[@huskedworkz1766]

she does need some trim tabs to lessen the porpoising I have one question ive been buying a lot of online stuff at this online store named Lazada how do I get them to send me stuff to review?

[@MrMad2424]

Yes trim tabs would have been great on this boat. I haven't heard of Lazada? I have no idea.

[@huskedworkz1766]

Its a growing online store company in asia i just wanted to ask how to contact companies like these to sponsor you

[@brianbrissette9444]

If I remember right, banggood saw Mrmad2424 KZbin channel and propositioned him to review the zonda am I right Mm2424? 🤩BB

[@MrMad2424]

Yes kind of. Actually they contacted me back last October wanting to collab with on a new WLTOYS 144001 car that was coming out. they a couple other surface vehicles then boats.

[@MrMad2424]

@Husked Workz They contacted me. But I'm sure you could email the company you speak of and they may be able to put you in the right direction.

[@adamj3579]

Do you think this or a spartan is better

[@MrMad2424]

I think the normal Pursuit is light years ahead of the Spartan. This self righting one here doesn't handle as well as the non self righting version.

[@RCDUDE81]

Awesome test run bro!👌Love the self righting feature for just sport running! That's why I love the Sonic Wake so much! Haul ass, flip, repeat!😂Nice to see you being able to review so many boats. You deserve it for sure!👊The Pursuit is such a great hull and design! Sent you an Offshore message btw. Take it easy bro!😎👊

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro! Appreciate that! I responded....sorry haven't been on there in a while.

[@rcboatfanatic6807]

Cool new vid

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@WillMaigur]

Does the esc it comes with waterproof?

[@MrMad2424]

yes

[@EugeneRCDrezgalovo48rus]

Very nice 👍

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@marshgatelaneposse]

Update mine is here took a long time but the really good news is it is now fitted with trim tabs

[@MrMad2424]

Nice!

[@AndrazGlavac]

Hey MrMad2424, very informative video, thanks for making it. I also bought this boat and I’m now at the stage of deciding which batteries to run. I’m looking at 6s 6000mAh Graphene which weigh 1150g...do you think that would be too heavy or do you think that you really can’t have too much weight up front (considering how rear heavy the boat is)? Many thanks for your reply.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! The motor isn't 6s capable. I ran mine on 4s 5800 Revolectrix packs I believe. Definitely needs more weight up front but 6s will burn motor I'm sure.

[@AndrazGlavac]

MrMad2424 many thanks for the heads up! Would you then recommend I go for 2x2s for better weight distribution and balancing of the boat? Or would a 5s be best...I guess a 5s would push the motor to its limits at over 38,000 rpm?

[@MrMad2424]

@@AndrazGlavac 5s would be max. You will have to place them in the tray or the self righting won't work.

[@AndrazGlavac]

MrMad2424 Great, I’ll go with 5s then and place it as far up front as possible for the self righting still to work. Btw, the Pursuit I got already has trim tabs installed...they’re quite small, but hopefully they’ll do the job...so I guess banggood/tfl are listening :-)

[@MrMad2424]

@@AndrazGlavac watch temps.

[@FLSharkdiver]

#MrMad2424 - what kind of Lipos did you use for this run?

[@MrMad2424]

4s 5000mah Revolectrix 420 series

[@WillMaigur]

@@MrMad2424 thanks, which type of plugs do you need ?

[@valentinconstantin8070]

GREAT.'.m one of your subscribers. It will be GREAT if you make a video with your retriever RC boat.Lot.s of boaters have this issue....boat stall somewhere in the lake and...cry about how to get their babe to the shore. Thank you.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! I might make one soon.

[@valentinconstantin8070]

@@MrMad2424 -We thank you in advance.Happy New Year !!!!

[@getonitnow]

Can't wait to see if you manage to tame it. Would like to see the angle on the stinger you end up with if you do. Got my eye on getting one of these self righting boats, so hope you come back in the next vid with some positives... goodluck with it👍

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks man! Might be a while I got a couple other things going on and not to mention the lake is a little low on water as well.

[@TargetingXmod_RC]

Make sure you make a video on the things to make it stable! Otherwise is not good! Wish there was a CF selflevel :P

[@MrMad2424]

Otherwise it's not good??

[@TargetingXmod_RC]

@@MrMad2424 Video shows its a frog...it wants to jump. Not good. Boat should Stay planted everytime..Even with a powerfull system. Imo.

[@MrMad2424]

ahhh Yes that can be fixed. That run was right out of the box. negative angle and battery placement is key.

[@mtctookie25]

Nice but i can see you making some improvements to make it custom.

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro! Appreciate that!

[@OliveiraX]

That looks like what I like to cal dolphin-ing (jumping out of the water). Either too much weight at the rear (move your batteries further to the front) OR, the drive shaft/strut /stinger is pointing downwards (level it with the keel). Have fun!

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks! It should have had trim tabs on it from the factory. Now they come with them.

[@johnnysmoothcanton]

Only one video? Was hoping with a new prop. No one talks about how much its a pain to remove flex shaft.I guess this is just a basher boat.

[@MrMad2424]

Definitely a basher boat. The flex IA an absolute pain to remove. Need alien fingers 😆🤣

[@rcboatfanatic6807]

Looking forward to the lucky oct

[@MrMad2424]

Thanks Bro!

[@tinsleysmith2305]

For bone stock that's not bad at all, But I know you going to put your master touch to it and have it moving way smoother. Keep up the good work bro 💪

[@MrMad2424]

Appreciate that Bro!

[@GAPreviewsAtoZ]

Another banger bro let’s get it 👍🏾💯 Rcfam4life 🤴🏾ish

[@MrMad2424]

Appreciate that Big Bro!

[@joserefe5950]

move the battery forward

[@MrMad2424]

That or put a house brick up there...lol! Yea first test with it out of the box it will do better.

[@bobaque70]

Nice MrMad2424

[@MrMad2424]

Appreciate that Bro!

[@miguelsalami]

This is what happens when a boat of this size doesn't have trim tabs they porpoise (bounce) & this was on flat water! They should have installed adjustable trim tabs that's odd. Not a deal breaker though just have to buy your own & install them but it will make a huge difference on how well this boat runs, It didn't even look like you were WOT. Thanks for sharing👍👍💛

[@MrMad2424]

Trim tabs would be nice for sure.

[@miguelsalami]

@@MrMad2424 Just watched your 100mph ZONDA run that boat ran so smooth in the wind & choppy water Amazing boat 👍👍💛

[@MrMad2424]

@@miguelsalami Thanks! Yes its a great Boat for sure.

[@TruSwagTv2]

That boat looks amazing I need that for my wife ASAP let’s gooo RcFam4Life TRUFAM4LIFE BROTHERS4LIFE 🤜💯🤛💪👊😎

[@MrMad2424]

I'll sell it to ya. lol

[@frederickgrassie3383]

I know this is old video,but why is it bouncing so much??

[@MrMad2424]

It don't have trim tabs on this boat. After this video TFL started installing trim tabs on it and the later versions are better.

[@crispyspa]

Boing boing boing boing.

[@MrMad2424]

Yes sir. Trim tabs would have been great on this boat....lol

[@trinhquy]

Dear. I see there is space to put on the trim tabs (and even fins) , what do you think about that!? Doable?! (still waiting for my pursuit to arrive). Cheers!

[@MrMad2424]

@@trinhquy yes probably could mount some on it.

[@TX010]

Horrible boat! I hope you can adjust because it looks not so good 😢

[@MrMad2424]

It was lacking trim tabs. The ones now come with trim tabs and handle much better with them. Thanks for watching, but yea it was a handful before the tabs .lo