Rotec R2800 First Start

[paulc]

Thanks for that, yes I looked up the Odyssey website and could see the PC680 was the obvious choice.

Off the web I got the all dimensions of the PC680 (180 x 167 x 76mm) with no metal jacket and so I got right to making a dummy battery out of wood so I could work out all the bits needed for the battery installation.

I welded two 1/8 steel straps across the lower longerons, then tach welded 4 captive 1/4 nuts. The battery cradle is made out 25 x3mm Aluminum angle. The battery is bottom loaded as you can see. I will make a hatch later that covers that covers the bottom area. Worked out pretty well I think.

[49LOOPER]

Hi Paul,
That looks really good. Always more than one way to skin a cat. Best Regards, David

[SaintAero]

David,
Hope this is not too late for you. I have attached my First Flight test card. I serve as a flight advisor for my chapter and have helped with twenty to thirty first flights. I'll be happy to head your way when it is helpful for you.
Don Saint

[49LOOPER]

Hi Don,
Thanks much. I will take you up on it. Though I thought I would be further along to the first flight, and not from lack of effort, I still have a ways to go. Not much I hope, but you know the story there. Again, Thanks. David