Whobbies V/s Bonzi
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Whobbies V/s Bonzi
I was looking around to buy an aircooled boat. I have narrowed down to two choices. Please correct or suggest me if right or wrong.
Whobbies super G V/S Bonzi 50" Edge ready to run.
W hobbies at the moment is having a promotional scheme where the Super G is for 549.99. Is it worth it????????
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Whobbies super G V/S Bonzi 50" Edge ready to run.
W hobbies at the moment is having a promotional scheme where the Super G is for 549.99. Is it worth it????????
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W hobbies at the moment is having a promotional scheme where the Super G is for 549.99. Is it worth it????????
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W hobbies at the moment is having a promotional scheme where the Super G is for 549.99. Is it worth it????????
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RE: Whobbies V/s Bonzi
Be mindful of the fact that the "special Promotion" is for a KIT - not a RTR. If you want to build it yourself then it is a good deal - otherwise have them build it for a still very reasonable price
If you are mechanically inclined and have simple hand tools in under 8 hours you can assemble your very own ENFORCER SUPER G model boat now available in kit form.
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RE: Whobbies V/s Bonzi
Yes I am looking for a kit. The only one concern is what engine are they using on the Super G. I do not think it is Zenoah. Could somebody throw some light.
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the bonzi is a lighter boat overall and fast the gator is built bomb proof and goes good but if you mod it for speed the hull can only handle 43-44mph the bonzi hull can handle speeds of around 50mph when modded. the gator hull is layed up with more colth then the bonzi and the bonzi is closer to a mono and the gator is a pure deep vee hull. both will put a smile on you're face every time you run them.
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Yes I am looking for a kit. The only one concern is what engine are they using on the Super G. I do not think it is Zenoah. Could somebody throw some light.
Yes I am looking for a kit. The only one concern is what engine are they using on the Super G. I do not think it is Zenoah. Could somebody throw some light.
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The kit comes with the 23cc air cooled ZENOAH. WWH only offers Zenoah 23 air or the 26 water cooled.
The kit comes with the 23cc air cooled ZENOAH. WWH only offers Zenoah 23 air or the 26 water cooled.
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I spoke to Tony today & you are correct, I am running that engine in my XRC Buggy that Imex has named "The Blaster." Tony sent me the 4 port upgrade cylinder & single ring piston for the 23cc. That engine really pulls!!. I have about 5hr run time and can report no problems with that engine.
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I spoke to Tony today & you are correct, I am running that engine in my XRC Buggy that Imex has named "The Blaster." Tony sent me the 4 port upgrade cylinder & single ring piston for the 23cc. That engine really pulls!!. I have about 5hr run time and can report no problems with that engine.
Thanks Stuch, Be well, Pyro 1
I spoke to Tony today & you are correct, I am running that engine in my XRC Buggy that Imex has named "The Blaster." Tony sent me the 4 port upgrade cylinder & single ring piston for the 23cc. That engine really pulls!!. I have about 5hr run time and can report no problems with that engine.
Thanks Stuch, Be well, Pyro 1
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Personally, I would have no problem running the clone. Tony wouldn't sell it if it didn't perform.
For what its worth, I ran a 27 SIKK aircooled in mine & it ran good. (zenoah clone)
For what its worth, I ran a 27 SIKK aircooled in mine & it ran good. (zenoah clone)
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Its a matter of choice. You have to make your own decision based on feedback . I have 2 Pro mod 26 Zenoahs & a mod 23 clone Zen. I see no problems with any of these engins. They all make good power. Tony of WHHs said that there are several manufacturers in China making clones.
I guess that trial and error will seperate the good from the bad on these engins. Tony has a new engine coming out in the near future.
I know about this engine but am not at liberty to speak of the specs. or HP. I will tell you that this is going to be a great engine.
Have fun & keep the hobbie alive.
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I guess that trial and error will seperate the good from the bad on these engins. Tony has a new engine coming out in the near future.
I know about this engine but am not at liberty to speak of the specs. or HP. I will tell you that this is going to be a great engine.
Have fun & keep the hobbie alive.
Pyro 1
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Are we trying to say that it is fine to stick with clone of Zen and not bother getting the zenoah.
Are we trying to say that it is fine to stick with clone of Zen and not bother getting the zenoah.
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I also have the HPI baja which ha a clone 23CC engine. It runs trouble free and is a great engine. I guess if one is going air cooled, one does not have to worry much.
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I also have the HPI baja which ha a clone 23CC engine. It runs trouble free and is a great engine. I guess if one is going air cooled, one does not have to worry much.
I also have the HPI baja which ha a clone 23CC engine. It runs trouble free and is a great engine. I guess if one is going air cooled, one does not have to worry much.