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Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:09 pm
by sahartman21
A few years back I published how to install a lipo on an airplane starter. This thread is my updated method.
Begin with the items shown in the picture. The black velcro is double faced and was purchased from Harbor Freight.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:11 pm
by sahartman21
The wood pieces were attached with Shoe Goo. The pictures show a 3 cell 1500 mAh pack. Larger sizes can be used but are not necessary.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:14 pm
by sahartman21
A small piece of plywood protects the battery from items on the ground.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:16 pm
by sahartman21
A couple strips of double sided Velcro are used to tie things together.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:18 pm
by sahartman21
A 3 cell pack provides enough power to start Q40 engines.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:18 pm
by sahartman21
The new starter fits nicely in the flightbox.
Re: Lipo Powered Starter - Revisited
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2021 4:24 pm
by sahartman21
The battery is easily removed for charging.