So far this winter, I've been putting 3 to 4 batteries through my Tribute every Sunday night at the dome and its still going strong. Fair amount of prop chops in it as you can imagine the mid airs from congested traffic in a restricted space. I've read of others doing this and can see the benefits of placing all components close to the center, so I figured why not. Cut a hole in the bottom of the fuse and placed the battery flat against the bottom of the wing. With experience on how this plane handles I should be able to notice right off if it makes a difference. Tomorrow night is the test. Joe