I am currently building a Top Flite elder 40 and am considering electric instead of gas. It is my second electric aircraft, the first being a Coyote electric glider. I would appreciate it if anybody could give me help in deciding on the engine, batteries and controller as well as installation. I am not after a super high performance plane (its an Elder 40) but rather a reliable and relaxing fly without too much build difficulty.

Thus far I have not started the fuse so I am reasonably free to do what I want.

I imagine that there must be some useful links, threads, articles etc out there as well, all info is welcome. And don't worry too much about insulting my intelligence.

Best regards

Jon Farmer