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Old 06-04-2003 | 11:31 AM
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Default Need help on Field equipment basics

You don't need all that stuff. Especially just starting out.
Fuel and a fuel pump - I use a Dubro bulb pump on a gallon can. Works kinda lika an outboard motor fuel tank pump.
Glo-starter - Get the long one with the internal NiCad, and an AC (home) charger. One less wire to get tangled in.
Chicken Stick - stick used to prevent finger loss when flipping props to start the engine.
Glow Plug Wrench - looks like a mini-X wrench.
Extra glow plugs and props.
Something to put all this stuff in (except the fuel jug). I converted an old tackle box.

One advantage to the "tote boxes" is getting everything from your vehicle to the pits in one trip. Most of the guys I have seen at flying fields could use a few extra trips.

You don't need a battery, field charger, rotary starter and all that stuff yet. If you get to the point that you need to recharge your batteries at the field, someone there will likely have a charger, or you can get one that connects to your vehicle battery without having to lug one around. And if you can't start your .40 to .60-size engine by flipping, get some help in getting it tuned. (Or get an OS )

Give it some time. A few trips to the field will let you see what others use and what you think you would like to include in your "kit".

Concentrate on your airplane, engine and radio until you get your feet wet. The Field Toys can come later.