pc680 battery on the firewall

billdianne · #1 10-04-2013, 10:53 AM

I have noticed some people have the battery mounted straight up and others have mounted it sideways. Could you explain the reason for your choice? Mounting ease, accessibility,etc.

Thanks,

lorne green · #2 10-04-2013, 11:06 AM

Some have clearance issues above their batteries. So they mount the battery box on its side
so the battery is removed laterally instead of out the top.

flyboy1963 · #3 10-04-2013, 11:39 AM

...and to answer the question nobody asked, I found you can mount a PC925 ON IT'S SIDE, perfectly fine in the box, with about an inch space on the short side. I wanted the extra crank in the winter, as I have no preheat, or hangar, or cover.....etc.
note; it did pop off the plastic top cover on the first flight, so a good tight bracket is essential.