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Old 03-09-2008, 03:29 PM
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Default Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

hi anyone can help me where to find one of these reduction systems?
are there other brands that made similiar products?
i am trying to fin a solution fir starting engines over 3cu
thanks
achilles
Old 03-09-2008, 04:04 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Miller is not on the web and have no web site

The Sullivan Megatron can be rigged up with Miller products. You cn even get them already modified from Sullivan themselves

Here is a Sullivan with the Miller gear reduction system already installed from Tower Hobbies

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXLYW5&P=SM

http://www.sullivanproducts.com/StartersContent.htm

No Miller adapter

http://www.chiefaircraft.com/rcmsec/.../Sullivan.html

http://www.ripmax.com/11index.asp?ca...electedtab=080
Old 03-09-2008, 04:12 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

hi ,
thanks for the info!!
it is a very expensive starter.
is there a whay to get only the reduction system and atache it on a ordinary starter?
any alternatives?
thanks
Old 03-09-2008, 04:17 PM
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Yes, I have seen just the Miller Parts I'll look again

— Mailing Address —
Miller (MPR)
159 GREENE STREET
PO BOX 425
KENWOOD, CA 95452

— Additional Contact Information —
PHONE: 707-833-5905

I heard that Mac Hodges has the Miller reducers in his hobby shop for $125 USD. You will have to Email him.

http://www.hodgeshobbies.com/ Here's his personal Email address [email protected]
Old 03-09-2008, 09:53 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Call Hap Miller...he's a great guy and you can get the basic set up and use your own starter. The best starter is the Miller reduction setup with the Sullivan Dynatron starter...on 24 volts it would start your truck.
Old 03-10-2008, 07:44 AM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

The one in the picture came set up as a 4 to 1 ratio but I ordered an extra pulley and it is now in the range of 3.5 to 1. It didn't turn my Maloney 125 fast enough to make a spark at 4 t0 1 but does so quickly now. I hardly need it now though, I sold all my gas engines except for a new Quadra 35, (several years old but new), I converted the Maloney 125 and Tartan 1.34 to Diesels so the starter just lays around.
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http://ecsvr.com/wrc/ShopExd.asp?id=531

I sure would like some first hand feedback on this one!
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I can already see that the wimpy batteries speak volumes.
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Mac's toll free number is: 866-924-9505
Old 03-10-2008, 11:34 AM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

hi,
Mac's , you mean miler rc?
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Mac Hodges Hobbies in Andersonville, Georgia has the 866-924-9505 number

Miller's number is 707-833-5905
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ORIGINAL: rxAxilleas

hi,
Mac's , you mean miler rc?
thanks
My mistake, sorta. I read where W8YE was talking about Mac Hodge's in his Miller reduction gear comment. Anyway, Mac's is a great place to shop as he stocks a lot and has very good prices.
Old 03-11-2008, 02:51 AM
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hi all,
thanks for the help!!
i emaild Mac and i am waiting for reply. i hope he stocks the miller product. i try the web site buti couldn t see anything!!.
thanks
achilles
Old 03-11-2008, 05:54 AM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Miller R/C Products phone number is 707-833-5905, fax number is 707-833-0059. The address is:

Miller R/C Products
PO Box 425
Kenwood, Ca. 95452

I got this from page 151 of the April 2008 issue of Model Airplane News.

no web site is listed, nor is there an e-mail shown in this ad.

Ed
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Hello. I am wondering if any of you guys using the Miller Persuader can give some suggestions on installing a switch. It appears that as is, this would be a two-handed set up, so one would need an assistant to hold the airplane, unless another switch is placed on the Miller handle. I have some ideas on it, but maybe someone has a better one. Post a photo if possible. Thanks.
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

I have a Miller mounted on a Dynatron starter and it is a two man affair
Old 06-17-2008, 01:25 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

Remove the strip switch from the sullivan dynatron and mount it to the miller handle with nylon tie wraps on the ends. You can remove the plastic switch holder from the front of starter to clean things up. I have built three this way and they all work well with one hand. Run the switch wires to the back of the starter motor using the original strip switch holder slot on the rear motor cover.
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Thanks, Marvin. That sounds easy enough.
Old 06-18-2008, 06:47 PM
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You can get extra switch parts from Sullivan
Old 06-22-2008, 07:38 AM
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The Miller Dynatron unit does not have to be a two hand affair. I have one that I put together that I have been using for over 10 years and it is a one hand operation that is easy to use and will start anything from a 20cc to over 150cc engine. [img][/img]
First, I join two 12 volt 7 amp. gell cell batteries with a couple of strips of thin double sided tape. Then using double sided tape, I mount two 2 1/2" muffler clamps on top of the batteries. I slit fuel tubing and put over the edges of the clamps to protect the starter. I then strap the starter to the batteries with a couple of large plastic tie wraps. But before mounting the starter, I remove the strip switch and add wire to connect to the added switch and bracket. This places the push button switch conveniently under your thumb for easy one hand use. And then wire in series for 24 volts. I sell the switch and bracket for $20. The Miller reduction unit is $125. I sell the complete starter for $275.


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Old 06-22-2008, 09:21 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

I went ahead and ordered the Persuader from Miller R/C Products. Hap's wife took my order, and she claims the Persuader will crank anything up to and including a Zenoah G-62 on 12 volts! I'm using a 12 volt, 18 amp motorcycle battery, so I guess it wll crank my lowly OS 1.60, my G-26, or the DA-50 I plan to get this winter. Thanks for the input from everyone.
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

I just bought it this past April at the Toledo Show. He said that I would need to rig up a 24V battery, but I figured a 12V would turn over my Moki 2.10. It didnt come close. I even tried my car battery. I then rigged up two of the 7amp 12V and it came alive. Its like night and day between the 12 and 24V batteries. Oh...I have the Sullivan Dynatron.
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Old 06-22-2008, 10:10 PM
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Default RE: Miller RC "Persuader" giant scale starter

I have one like in the picture above and it is too slow to be effective on 12V
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Mine is also very slow on 12 volts.
Old 06-23-2008, 08:31 AM
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From what I understand about batteries and R/C starters is that the amperage is as important as the voltage, possibly moreso. With my Sullivan Dynatron I used to use the standard 12 v. 7 amp Hobbico battery, and it was a dog on engines bigger than a 2-cycle .60 or .90. When I went to a 12 v., 18 amp MC battery, it released awesome power! I'll try this first with Miller's Persauder. If it doesn't work then I'll add another battery in series to get the 24 volts.

By the way, does anyone know where to get a compact-sized 24 volt battery? I know they sell them for full scale aircraft, bu they are a bit big and heavy.

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