How does one go about 'elecrifying' a sailplane. I want to intall electric power to my Terminator HLG. Yes, I am tired of throwing my arm out. I am not looking for a 'Hotliner' just enough motor/batt power to get the model up 'plenty high' at least 3 to 4 times per charge.

From what I have read, i will probably need to go with a geared system, but what kind? What size motor, prop, batter size (num of cells and capacity) or gear ratio will I need? Is there a way to figure all of this out, or is it more of an art?


For those of you who are not familiar with the Terminator, here are the specs:

Wing Span: 59"
Flying Weight (HLG Mode): 10-12 oz.

for more specs go to http://www.charlesriverrc.org/articl...minatorhlg.htm

Any information would be most helpful.

Thanks.