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Old 05-02-2014, 09:40 PM
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http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...arehouse_.html 200-280 watt motor 17.71 or if wait a few minutes might get an offer for 15.50 dollars

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...dProduct=24527 2.09 dollars required for this motor. not sure why not included. HK...

you can use your 25 amp speed control if you like or get a bigger one. I think a 35 amp one would be best but up to you. they also give some prop and power suggestions. They list 3 and 4 cell set ups. So if you want to run a scale type set up run a 8x5 APC prop on a 4 cell pack of around 1500-1900 Mah. now once you fly it you can play around with props and cell count. if ground clearance permits can go up to a 9x5 on 3 cell and fly really well. now for some speed run a APC 7x6 or 7x7 E prop on 4 cell.

One last thing. if getting started in electrics there is one very important tool to own and that is a power/watt meter.
Now this one is a cheaper one and I dont have any experience with these from HK so I cant give great advice on these. I usually buy name brand on watt meters.

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...arehouse_.html this one is 19 bucks.

these really are a great tool keeps you from burning up a motor or speed control and lets you know if you can run more batteries or more prop.