This package contains the functional parts to convert your Nautilus Drydocks 1:48 scale Disney Nautilus Model kit to remote controlled operation with full static diving capability.
View an overview of the parts and their installation in this video.
NOTE: This conversion is not, by any means and in any way, simple or straightforward. Significant skills in soldering, electrical theory, fabrication and RC components is required for successful conversion. If you do not have these skills and do not have access to anyone that does, purchasing this kit is not recommended. Any support needed to help you with this process will be billed out at standard shop rate.
This conversion kit contains only the RC components for converting your existing model kit for RC operation. Purchase of the model kit itself is required in addition to these parts.
Package contents:
80mm diameter Watertight cylinder: Basic package with ESCs, servos, pumps, ballast system, seals and magnetic couplers. A full setup service is available that will provide a fully set up cylinder with these components installed and tested, along with any additional electronics you elect to add to it. If you purchase a radio, it will be installed and paired for you. You can select this option when adding to your cart. Supplied radio is our excellent FrSky 900mhz 6channel offering.
3/16” oillite bushing for main drive shaft tilting assembly
Cylinder bulkheads x2
Cylinder bulkhead spacers x2
Rear cylinder retaining bulkhead
Servo tower
Servo horns x2
Servo horn retainers x2
3/16” dogbone adapter for main drive shaft
Forward cylinder holddown
Not included, but required for installation:
Yes, it would be far easier for you to have me supply all of these parts, but as I am no longer able to dedicate my full attention to new products, stock or inventory, you will have to do some legwork to source these on your own. Please do not request a supplier list with pricing. I don't have the time or ability to create or update such a resource at this time.
3/16” universal joint
Ballast lead strips
Flotation foam blocks
⅛” wheel collar for cylinder retaining pin
4mm dogbone coupler for motor shaft
1/16” wheel collars for linkage rods
¼” flat brass for rudder horn fabrication
¼” x 1/8" rectangular tube for prop strut replacement
1/16” brass/stainless rod for linkage rods
3/16” stainless rod for main drive shaft and intermediate drive shaft
⅛” brass rod for tilting prop assembly and cylinder retaining pins
Recommended add-ons for the cylinder include our AD2 pitch controller and our BLM failsafe module (only if using an older low frequency radio with no integrated failsafe)
48" Disney Nautilus RC Conversion Package
Watertight cylinders are manufactured to order. Pleaes allow 4 to 6 weeks for shipping.
Comprehensive, step by step instructions are not available, other than the video series referenced in this ad. Buyers are responsible for the assessment, clean up, installation, modification and troubleshooting of all parts. Consultation time, if required, can be booked in 30 minute increments here.