Zelos PROBOAT 48G - Review & Update - 4 Foot Gas Boat Modified by FXR - Smith RC Studios

[@davidkelly9790]

Enjoy viewing your videos Watching from unboxing to modifying , being your first boat, I just purchased one on ebay, good and bad reviews, we all know the higher end R C toys require high end maintenance and $$$ to go faster, I also purchase a Zelos 48g from a gentleman in N.Y, waiting on arrival approximately August 8-10, this particular deal came with many upgrades, extra props, carburetor and cylinder head , clutch housing etc. Enjoy watching your videos Been a hobbyist for 35 yrs, been through the electric stage to 1/8 scale on road, had 3 RACO 1/4 SCALE, Grand National, Jack Rabbit, Super Modified, Now only HPI 1/5 BUGGY and waiting on the Zelos 48" gas Gas is definitely the way to go, Appreciate your time and information on the Zelos

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hey i am happy to hear about your experience. Thank you for watching and also thank you for the kind words. Happy you like 😎 Anyway, so you have a Zelos arriving next week?! And already modified?! Nice 👍🏽 dude! Let me know how that goes. Also is there any questions i can answer?

[@davidkelly9790]

@@SmithRCStudios well not modified yet , But the way I purchase the Zelos was on Ebay, the gentleman has purchased all the upgrade parts from a hobby shop in Florida, definitely sounded like they knew what the Zelos was needing It mimic your video on your upgrade, the package deal was, A Zelos that never hit the water, a performance cylinder head, carburetor, clutch housing, a couple of 2-blade props, water pump Red-line premix etc. It's due in Thursday, the seller states that the box upon shipping weight was 51lb,so if the boat only 21lbs. The only item that didn't match your upgrade was a pipe, actually , I'm gonna go your exact route, run it stock, then add the upgrades, I'm sure I'll have several questions coming your way. Just so you know, your videos on the Zelos , the excitement of the purchase, unpacking the Zelos etc. Sold me on the Zelos My wife and I have a couple of nice Jet skis, so we go to the lake very often, throughout the summer, I'll keep you updated on my Zelos venture, Thanks for information & videos on the Zelos, Nobody's videos are as detailed as yours .Thanks again!!!

[@10thScaleGarage]

I just bought one of these. Freakin stoked to get it out on the water.

[@SmithRCStudios]

Congratulations brother!! Please enjoy. 😊

[@portcityrc]

Sold me on it too..need the wind to calm down before for my first run ..so stoked!!!🤘🗽🤘

[@jimwilson7403]

Just stumbled across this video. Thanks for posting. Im glad to see some interest in rc boating. It seems like a dying hobby, espescially up here in Ontario Canada. Ive been addicted to rc boating for years but it just seems its just a small niche market. Thanks again.👍

[@SmithRCStudios]

Yeah boats are very fun! Thanks 🙏🏽

[@JOHND_RC]

That boat sounds sickkk 😷 !!! I can’t wait to see that run !!

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hello Big John! Yeah i was surprised on the loudness when i was filming this video. I recently put out a video on the Bartolone BR 40 but when i heard this boat it seemed louder-I’m curious to see it run too! Thanks for watching and cheers

[@JOHND_RC]

Smith RC Studios Yea mine with the toxic marine is way loud !! I love the loud stuff !! Love that the 2stroke snap crackle pop 💪🏻💥👊🏼

[@ebandcamp]

13.5” from exhaust side of block to the widest point of pipe along the center of header and pipe gets you in the ball park . Should get 1,000 more rpm . The other stock pipe has a mid band slightly better for slower running .

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thanks for the input. And thanks for the support to the channel. Have a great day and cheers 👍🏽

[@highdesertaggrorc7801]

looking forward to seeing this water screamer send it!

[@SmithRCStudios]

Oh you will see that for sure... as soon as this damn pandemic fades away and the lake opens back up you will see the vid

[@jreg027]

That boat sounds mean nice work

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thank you! Yes it sounds like it is ready to rip on the water. After all this weird times go away you can bet I’ll be at the lake immediately! Thanks for watching and cheers

[@jefflohr5533]

Sick Boat bro!! ⛽️⛽️⛽️

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thanks Jeff. Haven’t ran it yet with this new engine due to the quarantine stay at hone order. Hope you’re staying save brother.

[@rcfreak781]

Can you get a parts list or links?

[@nitetrain7136]

Also wondering how much these upgrades might run? Thanks

[@henrysantucci2888]

Good day what carb are u using?

[@rcOhio]

She sounds nasty brother! Really looks great as well! I’ve got the twin brushless version and it’s really fast as hell. I might have to look into the gas version 😉. Keep you and your family happy and healthy man... don’t be shy with adding a little of your music in here and there either!

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hello dude. First of all thank you for watching and thank you for the nice comments on my music. Perhaps you are right and i should incorporate more of that-this also has been suggested by Gary from Foundry RC and others. Yes please get a gas version of any RC boat. They are really fun dude. Also, i watch your vids so keep them coming. Cheers

[@rcOhio]

Smith RC Studios You’re very welcome. Gary is a great guy, I have become pretty good friends with him over the past year or so. Thanks for watching mine too man! I think a big part of our our rc community here is reciprocity.

[@SmithRCStudios]

Agreed! Cheers

[@SkipperDrones]

Great video

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thank you! 😊 cheers

[@equalizer7775]

Hi buddy,great video,I just recently purchased the same boat and I was wondering if you could help me out as I would love know where to get the carburettor needle lock clamp from ? I have googled modifications for the zelos 48G but have had no luck,best regards

[@SmithRCStudios]

Yeah Gizmo motors has them. Also Insane Boats has them. Watch my latest video on boats kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnylkKiQacx5ldU cheers

[@equalizer7775]

@@SmithRCStudios thank you kindly,I will check em out now,very much appreciated

[@slowheelie]

Voodoo makes great stainless props. I run the el Diablo 3 blade on my Zelos.

[@SmithRCStudios]

Let me look into voodoo. I need to also figure out the best prop ratio as well.

[@onasisgarcia9353]

@@SmithRCStudios fro a all around good prop the 6717 3 blades.

[@chriscaporiccio3896]

What up, how about a website or link to this company. I want them to upgrade my marine rc engines as well. SWEET STUFF

[@SmithRCStudios]

Yes I’ll mention in my next boat video. A few people have been asking. So it’s time to address this. Stay tuned. Thanks 🙏🏽

[@harisbennington4058]

Looks nice man, I have a miss geico zelos 36

[@SmithRCStudios]

Nice!! Those Miss Geico boats look nice. Would you try a gas ⛽️ one?

[@tjontario]

@@SmithRCStudios I have been thinking about a project to convert a Zelos Twin into a gasser - need to finish current project first

[@guglielmodicarlo4139]

not blocking , its necc restriction for back pressure

[@SmithRCStudios]

Cool thanks. Stay safe. Cheers

[@magmaflow-rc4487]

The boat sounds crazy loud bro🤣🤤 loving it❤️ by the way what happened to the finger?👍👊

[@SmithRCStudios]

Yeah it is pretty loud dude.. my finger was cut the day before by trying to open a beer bottle with a random medal object in the garage. Lol

[@magmaflow-rc4487]

Smith RC Studios Lol 😂 keep your self safe bro it’s messed up times☠️ it’s the little things that take us out👍

[@OntarioOutdoorsEnterprisesInc]

Nice looking mod! Can't wait to see how it runs. Subscribed! Does FXR have a channel or site to check out? I recently bought an empty Zelos 48G hull and I'm custom ordering all my own parts. I could use a tip do you know what angle exhaust header was used?

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hey dude thank you for watching and the sub! Stay tuned as soon as this weird time passes and I’m able to hit the lake again you will see it run. Let me get you the exact measurements on the angle and I’ll let you know. I can email you FXR info if you want?

[@OntarioOutdoorsEnterprisesInc]

@@SmithRCStudios that would be awesome I'd appreciate any info I can get

[@chadboehne6025]

I'd do 32 to 1 you can get so much more out of it definitely agree on running premium non oxy gas but do your 2 stroke research more people fry their engines thinking more oil is safer in fact more oil will put you in a lean condition if you have more oil its actually getting less gas. Gas is what keeps it cool. I run my obr 34cc full mod at 32 to 1 for 4 years now in my Baja and never skipped a beat. But read up on 2 strokes and guarantee it will be faster and not lean. Sweet boat though bro.

[@SmithRCStudios]

Your comment is well noted and thank you. 😊 You came across not rude and not a “know it all” type of person. I appreciate your info and thanks for watching. However, at the end of the day people have preferences. I don’t spend too much time with the whole argument of what “is best”. I just enjoy the hobby. I learn. And i share. Cheers

[@guskuratlejr9228]

Appreciate your knowledge thank you for that info

[@bigred8022]

Hi I’m new to gas boats wondering if u can run these on aviation full and caster oil

[@SmithRCStudios]

Sure.. castor is fine. However, it is highly recommended to run high end like Redline or Dominator. These engines are running continuous high RPM full throttle the whole time. So cylinder needs to be well lubricated. Cheers

[@ashleybunton2416]

Why the three small pulls before you cranked it up just curious

[@SmithRCStudios]

Ashley Bunton You need to first prime the engine. And you need to get fuel in the cylinder before trying to start it. Some people don’t know this and they think that by yanking on that pull start multiple times really hard will get the engine on.

[@ashleybunton2416]

Smith RC Studios I learned something new then thanks I thought just priming the bulb would do it but after trying your way that’s the way to do it

[@SmithRCStudios]

Ashley Bunton haha yes!! Good 😊 cheers

[@gazailarraza3156]

Hey I need the part number for the Alloy Clutch????

[@SmithRCStudios]

The clutch is from Gizmo Motors. Cheers

[@onasisgarcia9353]

You can run the boat out from the lake with a water line from your garden hose

[@SmithRCStudios]

That is true i can. I need to get some adapters first. Thank you 😊 cheers

[@davidhensley5345]

Does FXR still do modifications for this boat? I'd love for mine to run like this, can you provide me with his info if so please.

[@SmithRCStudios]

FXR now moves to Arizona. So Aaron Foster is not currently taking on new projects. Let me ask him to make sure though.

[@pitbikecookracing3324]

Sounds killer. To bad that’s $1000 . Nice video 👊

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thank you. 😃

[@ryanelliott5216]

Any word on Arron still doing motors?

[@SmithRCStudios]

Currently Aaron is not doing this for me or others. He’s a busy man and has relocated. I’m still in contact with him and trying to start a new project. Cheers

[@ryanelliott5216]

@@SmithRCStudios right on thanks. What would you consider must do mods just picked up a 48g and seems slow. Still 💯 stock and braking in the motor.

[@SmithRCStudios]

@@ryanelliott5216 I have a few videos on this. You definitely and absolutely need to change the exhaust pipe. If you notice the stock one actually has walls inside of it that restrict the air flow! Also the clutch is housing and carrier is oversized and really heavy. Really bad clutch too. You need a brand new clutch and also clutch housing/carrier. Definitely a brand new propellor. You notice the stock one is not sharpened and not balanced and it’s made of weak metal. Your engine should be okay if you do these mods. Lastly, your engine can be ported by any engine modifier (OBR, Bartolone, etc.) hope this helps. Cheers

[@joshbutt1105]

What clutch carb and pipe did ur friend use

[@SmithRCStudios]

Everything is from Gizmo. Let me ask him about the pipe though since i don’t remember lol. Thanks for watching cheers 😊

[@joshbutt1105]

I watched vid where you finally drove it agin that thing is fast mine is on way

[@SmithRCStudios]

josh butt oh yeah! That thing is ripping now. I’m releasing a vid in about an hour regarding that boat. Stay tuned

[@chrisanderson6579]

@@SmithRCStudios Thanks for posting this review , so basically to make this boat any good , you have to do some major up grades, what is the total cost so far ?

[@EugeneRCDrezgalovo48rus]

👍👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😉

[@amandafallon4470]

Oh and about buying props, you can buy several size inexpensive like ($15 bucks) Aluminum props to do Testing, then buy the ones you like in the better material you like. also prop Balance then sharpness is required before running so don't fry the new bearings out from wobbly prop syndrome. Hahaha. But do it.

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hello. Thank you but since this video i have released other videos regarding the prop. I have already did the exact mods on this boat i wanted. My other boats are direct drive as well, but for this boat i want a clutch. I don’t care much for speed. I already have other boats for that. This is my fun boat. Thanks though. I appreciate the input.

[@amandafallon4470]

@@SmithRCStudios Sweet on the fleet of boats man! I would like to know about the stern drives and the 1to 2 gear box. Any problems with anything? I am looking to purchase soon and some insight would be greatly appreciated.

[@kirkbourgeois8255]

What brand motor

[@SmithRCStudios]

This is the stock motor that comes in the Zelos ProBoat - but i took it out and sent it to a friend to modify it to my specific likings. Cheers

[@jhankins2882]

Any contact info on FXR??

[@SmithRCStudios]

Yeah so his name is Aaron Foster. Great guy and very nice. He’s been doing this for over 30 years. He’s very knowledgeable. I asked him if i can give his info out and he said yes but you need to remember he works at his own leisure. Meaning he does not do big production lines. He only helps out a few people at a time. Having said that he would be happy to help. Email 📧me and I’ll give you his contact. [e-mail]

[@amandafallon4470]

Want to go Fast Faster,. Lose the Clutch for major weight savings and less rotational mass for faster acceleration. All my gas boats are Direct drive.

[@jhankins2882]

How do you eliminate the clutch?

[@amandafallon4470]

@@jhankins2882 Hello, You have to swap out the threaded collet style that goes to the crank shaft threads. Search RC gas direct drive collet. It allows you to remove the heavy flywheel and clutch assembly. You will possibly need a longer flex shaft to compensate the clutch distance.

[@amandafallon4470]

@@jhankins2882 I am out rt now, but look on zipkits site.

[@amandafallon4470]

You will have choice of round or square style shaft insert to match your boats setup.

[@robertscott2196]

With a modified engine I'd highly recommend 93 non ethonal fuel not 87....

[@SmithRCStudios]

Thanks for the input. Cheers

[@gearheadaddict7183]

What did you pay for this boat?? I paid $1000 stay safe bro. Family first. Always

[@SmithRCStudios]

Gearhead Addict i believe around $850 from horizon. Bought it brand new. But then the modifications of course added another 600ish dollars after market

[@gearheadaddict7183]

Smith RC Studios this boat is so worth the money besides the few mods you have to do.. but all in all a great boat. Take it easy and stay safe in this virus stuff👌

[@charleskaleel6920]

Wish you lived near me I got 3 gas boats running I'm giving away all running king of shaves magnum enforcer and a hydroplane made by Pro boat

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hey thanks for watching! Where do you live?! Why are you giving away boats? I can gladly take 1 or 2 of your hands lol. Cheers and stay tuned

[@charleskaleel6920]

I live in Michigan I refurbish RC gas boats for a hobby I have duplicates of every single one that I've already customized these ones I got on a good deal and just wanted to fix them and make them new again that I like to give them to people that love the hobby No One near me uses RC

[@SmithRCStudios]

Oh i see.. well like i said i would gladly take them lol

[@jimwilson7403]

I would love to see the Enforcer. What are the specs? Its a shame rc boating isnt more popular in Michigan, lots of water to run them on. I run my nitro Fastech on Lake Ontario for the past 12 years.

[@haz1554]

I will pay for shipping. Let me know.

[@berrymucuckiner4890]

I really do respect the boat and build but 5omph? Electric boats from China do twice that speed for half the cost… on electric with a fraction of the maintenance and are durable AF! Still thumbs up though

[@SmithRCStudios]

I appreciate your words and also the support. I guess i have to explain that my hobby or passion is the combustion engine. So i like hearing the sound, smelling the gas, working on the piston, etc.. that’s why i like the RC hobby because i can do the engine stuff on a smaller scale. So Electric stuff regardless if they go 1 million times faster than a gas RC it doesn’t get me excited. But i do appreciate you stopping by. Cheers

[@jezzeestewart3712]

Can you get me in touch with this guy I want him to sell me a head and pipe exactly like that Because I’m probably gonna buy the same boat give me his email or something please

[@SmithRCStudios]

Hey Jezzee i would live to help but unfortunately Aaron has moved to a different state. He only works on boats as a side thing and he is extremely busy. However i will reach out to him again this week and ask what his status is. I’ll let you know. Cheers

[@jezzeestewart3712]

@@SmithRCStudios Thank you yeah I really want to get one of those see if I could just get a whole different pipe that would still fit in just like yours does or cut that damn thing open and get the wall out I have a guy who can port stuff but the pipe situation definitely they screw you are not glad you found out that info so I can get my boat like crazy status like you bro let me know what you can do

[@teknolokal9927]

Jing

[@SmithRCStudios]

Cheers