Just a quick tip.
TOWER has Hobbico's Digital Multimeter on sale till the end of the month for a measley 14.99. I paid over 30 for mine a year ago and still think its worth that. Does it all from simulated loads to testing continuity. I put this thread in the battery and Chargers section also but thought about it a felt is one of the most important things a beginner should get into the habit of checking. YOU need this stock number for this price.
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The DiBo