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Old 07-14-2008, 12:50 PM
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Default RE: charging starter battery


ORIGINAL: Flying freak


ORIGINAL: gaRCfield

MY LHS has a 75% off sale on RC stuff (closing out) so I got myself a starter and battery. I don't really plan on using it though, just got it for emergencies (my wonderful OS 46AX starts with the FIRST flip now, EVERY TIME!) So how do I go about charging it? I understand how to do the initial charge, but how often should I recharge it, and at what amperage and for how long? Do pb batteries drain themselves like Nicad's and Nimh's? Or will one charge be good for the season if I don't use it?

Thanks.

I see you live in vermont, If you plan to fly in the winter keep the start close starting an engine in january can be a nice challenge [:-]

Steven
Geez my thumbs already get cold at night and I can't feel the sticks, so definitely not thinking about much winter flying!