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Old 05-20-2014, 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by lakedawgs

HI
My kid wants to learn to fly so I thought I would get out my old Esky Honey Bee FP V1,
Want to get a couple of new batteries but am a bit overwhelmed. From what I have read I think I am going to go for Lipo, 7.4 volt, 900-1100mAh, 2C batteries. Not sure about the chargers. I am not going to spend $40 - $200 on a charger just to see if my kid takes an interest in this hobby. If he does, we will upgrade and grow.
But for now, I just need a cheap charger to get started, don't care if it is slow.
Would appreciate any feedback to help us get back in the air at a reasonable cost.
Thanks much,
Lakedawgs
Suggest you check with your Local ( or nearest ) Hobby Store.
Wall type chargers are likely available for $20.00 or less.

If your transmitter has a battery of a different voltage you would need a charger that can charge both or get two inexpensive chargers.

If you belong to a club some club members might help recharging the batteries at the flying field for the purpose of finding out if your kid remains interested.

Just some thoughts.

Zor