Hi! Tony,
Went through this mill with so many suggestions it was distressing. Take my
word for what its worth. Nearest the starter is the order of the day . That
is on top of the passenger foot well, which puts you within about 12 inches
of the starter.
I had two Odessy batteries wired in parallel and used a solenoid arrangement
to power up the whole system.
Although I did have the foresight to get the uprated Rotax starter it never
took more than a dab on the starter button and none of the horrible wing
flapping so often heard on other systems. I tried your suggestion
.....behind the P1 seat under the luggage bay and had zero success. In fact
I became so pissed off I disregarded all other suggestions and decided to
use my own brains and bingo. However the solenoid mustn't be left ON over
night because it drains about two amps ......and continuously over say 12
hours then it will flatten the batteries. As far as C of G issues then just
remember if you can't start the bloody engine you are going no where anyway!
Best Wishes
Bob Harrison .
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[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Tony Renshaw
Sent: 12 April 2020 11:33
Subject: Europa-List: 914 Battery Locations
Gidday all,
Before I put the top on I have the decision, where do I put my battery for
my 914 powered beast? It seems under the parcel shelf accessed through the
two seat pan panels, or right down the back just forward of the tail plane
bulkhead. Could I please ask for any advice or input, and I do wish to be
able to have, worst case 180 kg in the seats, and close to zero fuel in the
tank, and still be in CoG, with an Airmaster prop hanging off the front.
Thanks
Regards
Tony Renshaw
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