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Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/11/2003 2:39:46 AM   
Paul Cataldo


 

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I don't see much discussion about this, but I was wondering why Powerflites appear to cost more than Duralite batteries in general.
I see PowerFlite's website says that they use ONLY "brand new cells, UNLIKE the competition".
Does Duralite at times sell USED cells? I would think not.
Basically I'm asking if Powerflite is a better product than Duralite?

Finally,
I like the fact that Duralite sells different battery "packages" for different applications. The packages come with IGN battery, Rx battery, charger, failsafe switches AND regulators.
Does Powerflite offer such packages? I did not see them listed on their website.

Thanks for any help.
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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/14/2003 3:16:40 AM   
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I have been using the PowerfLights for almost a year, and I am pleased, very pleased. Give Bryan or Kevin a call at PowerfLight, they will answer all your questions, I know they have answered all of mine. I cannot speak to the Duralites as I have never used them, but I have friends who do, Futaba vs JR. PowerfLight will build to your needs. When in Dallas I stop by there shop, and they always have something in the works in the way of a special order; building something for one person's needs, which they have done for me. Give them a call.

Gil

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/14/2003 3:48:11 AM   
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I run Duralite plus batteries in all my planes now. All I can say is that the performance has been outstanding. Emory at Duralite has given me the best service I have ever had in 20 years in this hobby bar none.

Lawrence

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/16/2003 11:11:41 AM   
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I couldn't say why Powerflight charges more. I can say that I use the Duralite Plus battery system and couldn't be more happy with it. The Duralite Plus batteries come with a charge safe circuit that is not found on any other hobby battery that I am aware of. After using these for over two years in my RadioCraft 330 without any issues whatsoever, I can tell you that I couldn't be happier with them. I like the fact that there is protection on the packs to prevent the possibility of overcharge from a malfunctioning charger. It gives me peace of mind especially with the amount of money I have invested in my plane. I will be building a larger airplane in the future and will be using the new Duralite Plus Power Box along with a pair of 4000's to go on it. As far as Powerflight selling new batteries, I would surely hope so, but the fact is that so does Duralite Plus. As far as I'm concerned, nobody builds a safer higher quality pack than Duralite Plus, and after using them for over two years, I know where I'll be keeping my trust... with Duralite Plus! I stick with what I know is safe, and what has been proven to work, and what performs... it couldn't be any clearer for me.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/16/2003 4:06:56 PM   
Paul Cataldo


 

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Status: offline 		Thanks fellas,
I think I'll be investing in one of the Duralite packages soon too.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/17/2003 2:07:36 PM   
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Status: offline 		I wouldn't be so quick to buy Duralite.
I invested over $1000 for the Duralite batteries, which turn out to be, used ones with expiration date under the shrink rap. Then they came with the Duralite Plus. Who is to say that they are not the same scheme? They where willing to give you some replacement value, why not replace them all with the new ones if you lied the first time.

Isaac

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 2:56:28 AM   
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I don't know where you get your information from, but if you are claiming that Duralite Plus sold used cells to people that bought them as new, you need serious help! I happen to know the guy who runs that buisness and he is an honest guy, and treats people right. He does not and has not ever sold used cells to people. He also does not lie about his products. The only thing in your post (still misleading) that has any credibilty at all is the fact that he offered upgrades to previous customers which BTW, was out of HIS pocket! The reason? The manufacturer of the original Duralite cells backed out on a contract and left him out to dry with none of the cells that were promised and then stopped producing them. I was a Original Duralite User and guess what? I still am! I still have original Duralites that still work perfectly today. I also use the Duralite Plus and as I stated in the previous post they have worked flawlessly and still do. I don't have a clue what the motive behind your last post was, but if all you want to do is come on here and attack a reputable place of buisness...one that has the best product on the market, I suggest that you come on here with something to back up your statements. It may surprise you to know that there are 1000's of users of these batteries out there and all of the ones I have met love these batteries. It sounds like you expected a free ride just because a product had been discontinued and are now trying to attack them online because you didn't. Well, I can tell you that that stuff don't work, and people see right through it just like I did. Before you come on here trying to ruin a company next time you might wanna think twice. If you have a a very real problem with a company and have some proof of that that is fine, but don't come on here trying to ruin people's livlihood because your trying to get something for nothing!

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 12:34:42 PM   
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First I think you need to learn how to read(major help you need there). I didn't say Duralite plus, I said Duralite.
I could care less that you know the guy, means nothing to me. If you happy with the batteries you purchase, good for you. I have Duralite batteries that where purchase new and they are ten years old.
If you want I’ll send you pictures that will show the dates. Then you are going to eat your words. So don't jump to high.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 7:05:42 PM   
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quote:

Original: issac

I wouldn't be so quick to buy Duralite.
I invested over $1000 for the Duralite batteries, which turn out to be, used ones with expiration date under the shrink rap. Then they came with the Duralite Plus. Who is to say that they are not the same scheme? They where willing to give you some replacement value, why not replace them all with the new ones if you lied the first time.

Isaac



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ORIGINAL: isaac

Aero330lx
First I think you need to learn how to read(major help you need there). I didn't say Duralite plus, I said Duralite.
I could care less that you know the guy, means nothing to me. If you happy with the batteries you purchase, good for you. I have Duralite batteries that where purchase new and they are ten years old.
If you want I’ll send you pictures that will show the dates. Then you are going to eat your words. So don't jump to high.


Actually isaac,
I think it would be to your advantage to learn how to read! To help you, I posted your re:'s (see above). YOU said, and I quote "I invested over $1000 for the Duralite batteries, which turn out to be, used ones with expiration date under the shrink rap." Those batteries were not used...I don't care what you say. The date code does not help your case. Like I said before, if you have some proof that those batteries were sold used, please, by all means, let's hear it! I think all of us would be interested to hear just how many cycles they were put through before you recieved them. I think it remains to be seen who is gonna eat their words, and nobody is jumping here...just straightening out some of the BS that litters the Internet.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 7:37:02 PM   
isaac


 

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Status: offline 		Why don't you stop with your gibberish? The Duralite batteries had short life because they where sold in the end of their life expectancy. I purchased new ones, which start failing in less then a year with less then 50 cycles. So stop being a salesman for old and maybe used product.
I would like to see how long the Duralite Plus would hold. Until I’ll have a data of couple of years I would not spend my money there. As far is 1000's of people using them because half of them get it for free.
So let's stop the gibberish and protect the fellow modelers from cheaters. I’m telling you my experience and my opinion as you entitle to yours.At least you agree that they were old and expired(so much for honest company). As far is the Internet, the best platform to catch bad business owners and cheaters.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 9:51:25 PM   
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For one thing you have a very negative view of what is going on around you. You can call my posting here gibberish or whatever you want, but again, I ask you the same question...What proof do you have that these packs were used?!? So far you haven't offered a shred of evidence to support that! As far as 1/2 of the people getting Duralites for free, that is laughable! How many buisnesses could stay in buisness giving away half of their products? I find it funny that I used the same batteries that you said you bought, and am still using them and haven't had any problems with them. I also know of many others that used them for two years plus without any issues. I also know 'of' top level pilots who used them over two years without any issues...none of these people complained about life. It looks to me like you are changing your tune and are now trying to back away from the statement that these packs were sold to you used. Now, were they or were they not sold to you used, and if they were, what proof do you have of that? You can say what you want, and try to imply that people are cheaters or what have you, but the fact is, that the people that run Duralite Plus are honest people, and the 1000's of people that are running them already know that...alot of those folks were original Duralite users like myself. Like I said, I don't know why you have an axe to grind with this company, and at this point I really don't care, and I'm also sure that most are tired of reading this BS. So, again, and hopefully this will be the last time this is asked... What proof if any do you have that these packs were sold to you used? If your gonna come on here making rediculous claims like this come on here with some facts and stop spouting off BS.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 10:23:07 PM   
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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 10:27:14 PM   
Paul Cataldo


 

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Status: offline 		I realize that we may have not made it to the "bottom" of this issue yet, but this is exactly why I posted the question on these batteries. I know of many people who are happy with Duralite's, BUT I also know of many who are VERY UNHAPPY with them. Many claims of old products that were sold as "new".

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 10:38:58 PM   
isaac


 

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Status: offline 		Tell this to aero330. He is in a sells pitch for Duralite and he doesn’t know of any unhappy customers. If they were so good why come up with new one the Duralite Plus.

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RE: Duralite vs Powerflite? - 11/18/2003 10:43:55 PM