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Old 10-16-2011 | 04:06 PM
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Default RE: Power Problems

gregoryshock

If you didn't understand what jetmech05 said, I'll do a mock up and post a picture. I don't know how to do drawings here. But don't wory, 2 parallel 6 volt batteries will not harm your equipment.

As far as the retracts go, I'll have to plead ignorance. I don't know how to wire them, even if possible, to run off a separate battery. I know, years ago i had Kraft electric retracts and they had the option of a dedicated battery. I went on Horizon's website and looked at the specs for the retracts. It shows a 800mah draw if stalled. That would drain a battery pretty quickly. So, just make sure they operate without binding and once flying, check them often. And definately use redundant batteries, that will offer some protection.

wish i could be of more help

steve

I fly WW1, so don't have to worry about retracts