Not a B-17, but I'm converting a P-61 that I flew some time back on 2 OS 19's. One of my concerns has been remote placement of batteries (for CG purposes) and what to do about extending wires. I had seen some discussion of whether to extend battery wires or motor wires. i.e., do we put the speed control near the batteries or near the motor? Some folks are adament about which wires to extend or not extend. I contacted the manufacturer of my motor/esc and he said that opinion varies on this subject. His experience was that either way will work OK.

Another issue is whether to utilize the BEC from both speed controls to feed the receiver or to use only one BEC or even to eliminate the BEC's and use a separate battery pack for the receiver. My source (Innov8tiveDesigns, aka Scorpion) said he has tested both BEC's feeding the receiver and had no problems.

If I could get reverse pitch props of the correct size I would go with counter-rotating on the motors. But finding props of the right size is difficult, so I'm planning on turning both motors in the same direction.

Nate, if you're in Camarillo I'd make the trip to see your B-17. Keep us posted.

Dick
Arroyo Grande, CA