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Old 10-14-2008 | 11:43 PM
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Default RE: Winter Storage

What you guys do not fly in the snow? Amazing.... that's what RC skies were created for!

But BRRRRR. Even with the RC gloves my hands get cold gripping the TX....



Engines... & Planes.

Run out ALL fuel from the tanks, turn the engines over a few times after putting a few drops of After Run oil in the crankcase...
Hang plane nose down, to keep the bearings lubed and weight on the supports minimal.
Remove wings where applicable.
If I keep a plane in a shed, etc. where it may get fairly cold, I'll cover it in a plastic back and seal all of the openings ( no bugs or critters wanted! ).


Batteries

LiPo's - 1/2 charge
NiCD's - 3/4 charge

Glow fuel

Stopper insert in.
Cap closed tightly, fuel stored in cool dry place.

Field Equipment

Indoors on a shelf


Pumps and tubing

Drained


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In spring before start of flying season...

Remove cowls, inspect, tighten & adjust. Replace tubing over 1 year old. Remove fuel tank check state of clunk and fittings.