FSR Endurance 3.5 Masterclass
Step by step build of a FSR Endurance 3.5cc class Prestwich Ikarus 2.3 by double Naviga World Champion Ian Folkson.
The picture on the left is the finished boat in action in Oudenaarde 2017.
The boat is an Ikarus 2.3 by Prestwich Models.
It has a custom deck designed by Ian. The engine is a CMB 21 Beta Evo, CMB tuned pipe, receiver and servos are from Futaba. All other parts including custom 3 part tanks and float chamber by Ian’s Boats.
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And so it begins...
Making the deck
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Deck template
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Deck fit
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Deck mould
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Top view
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Edge lip
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Air vents
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Deck mould
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Laser align shaft
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Tank cover
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Radio cover, switch, antennas
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Switch
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Lead Expoxied in
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Tank cover internal
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Engine bay cover
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Internal fittings
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Cooling and linkage tubes
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Tank lugs
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
3 part tanks
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PeelPly
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Radio installation
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Servos
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Internals
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Float mount
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
KlassKote
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
KlassKote
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Pipe mounting
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Linkage
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Engine, gearbox and mounts
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
CMB 21 Beta Evo
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Hatch straps
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Wing
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Sanding for paint
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Transponder carrrier
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Number plate mounts
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Engine cover
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Assembled!
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Pipe mover
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Top view
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Rear
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Ready for paint
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Ready for paint
Ian Folkson Ikarus 2.3 Build
Top view
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