HorizonRC.com How-To: How-To Maintain Your Boat's Flex Shaft

RC boating is easier than ever to get into, thanks to quality RTR boats from Pro Boat. These boats all come out of the boxes with the hulls completed, electronics installed, engine mounted and radio system ready to go. One step that is left up to the end-user, however, is to grease the flex shaft. While this may seem like a daunting task, it is actually quite easy for just about anyone to complete. The process has been broken down into a few simple steps to demonstrate how to lube the flex shaft on a Pro Boat Formula FASTech Brushless boat, however, these steps should be relatively similar for just about any boat you might own.

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[rccarfreak0011]

I have a question about the boat.....are the decals just a sticker over a white paint??? or are they painted on.

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@rccarfreak0011 Depends on the boat. On the FASTech here those are decals I believe.

[lancer2589]

My retaining nut became sizzling hot within 30 seconds and the boat could not propel itself again until it cooled off. Is this a major sign of me needing to grease the flex shaft? And what grease should I use?

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@lancer2589 Something is bound up and causing excessive friction.

[6BOOST]

Do you not have correctly sized spanners in the USA lol. Gret video tho, I have just ordered your grease, thanks for taking the time to make this video.

[rccarfreak0011]

@HorizonRCdotCom I want to buy one of these and change the look for my dad. He has the real version. All i would have to do is remove the decals and put vinyl strips on. Does anybody know for sure?

[ChrissibabyUK]

This video is a real good help to keep one`s boat in a good condition. Thank you!

[barto249]

@HorizonRCdotCom the FASTech.

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@barto249 What boat are you using?

[barto249]

@HorizonRCdotCom then how could i fix this??