GB since this is the beginners forum I am not speaking of G-62's or any giant stuff, Those are not at issue here and anyone who with any common since is going to two hand their starters no matter what kind.


However in the beginner context any typical .20-.40-60 size airplanes the fellows will be using their starter one handed (even if they have restraint by a helper or safety table) and holding the airplane with the other. No matter how much you suggest to always have a helper and to always two hand the starter they are going to end up one handing their starter. Just peruse You tube and that is imediately obvious and enforces what I see almost every day at the field.

Now any ordinary pistol grip drill or screwgun is an ergonomic nightmare when it is attempted to be used one handed at this unatural angle (and it will) to start our typical small glow or large glow engines for that matter. They are outright dangerous when used in this manner easily becoming wrist breakers and I always suggest that it is a very bad idea or investment.


John