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The parts and pieces for the next steps including the battery and receiver mounting plate picured below. I like to use "craft plywood" available at craft stores (crazy considering the name...) for non-strength related parts but hard balsa is just not strong enough.

Velcro straps available at Home Depot, are used to strap the battery and rx in place over foam rubber available from SIG. The natural foam rubber, white in color, is heavier but makes me feel more comfortable. I just cut a piece of 1/4" to 3/8" slightly larger than the component, placed between the straps. Simple and easy to remove or make adjustments. (I will be able to charge the 1320 mah lipo pack outside the model or exchange with a spare.)

The slot for the velcro is cut with a tiny all purpose bit in the trusty, but indespensible lithium Dremel tool. I showed the picture because sometimes I read stuff and still can't figure out how something was done. A 1" forstner bit makes quick work of the lightening hole. 220 grit sandpaper cleans the piece up prior to installation with "green" label ZAP.


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