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Old 12-30-2009 | 09:56 PM
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Schrockie
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Default RE: Upgrading batteries

I'm back with more questions! I've been reading up on li-po batteries and balancer/charger units to the point that I have brain overload and can no longer process info.

Motor and ESC info(what I could find): motor A21 brushless outrunner made by Dynam current 1.8a- 13a, voltage 7.2- 12.6, ESC 18A

Batteries: 1250mah 11.1v 3s
My local hobby store carries the Power Edge 11.1v 2200mah 30c for $55(next smaller size is a 1300mah). I read a bunch of excellent reviews and the size seems like it will fit ok into fuselage. Hobbypartz carries the Blue Lipo(same size, haven't seen any reviews) for less than $20. Is it worth it to spend 3x the $$ onpower edge?
<font color="#476c8e">http://www.hobbypartz.com/83p-2200mah-3s1p-111-25c.html</font>

Charger/Balancer: 2~3s stock cheapo: must have one that will plug into AC wall outlet and hopefully charge upto 6s(so I can charge 2 at a time. Would like to keep charger in the $30-$50 range.
<font color="#476c8e">http://www.hobbypartz.com/thac6smbachw.html</font>

I would like to have 2 or 3 bigger batteries and a good AC balancer/charger and keep a budget of $100-$150
Are my links good choices, any advice is welcome (good or bad).


Thanks people
Troy