Ron and Tom compare airplane-storage methods, discuss battery care and Ron’s charging troubles, then answer listener questions.
Chapters
00:39 — Physical storage and avoiding hangar rash
13:04 — Battery care during storage
25:19 — Ron’s charging problem and troubleshooting
37:58 — Cycling batteries and interpreting capacity
50:57 — Listener feedback and why the podcast matters
63:28 — Receiver power and listener questions
Episode Topics
Storing complete airframes
Wall racks, ceiling systems, careful wing storage, and protecting covering and control surfaces can prevent damage between flying sessions.
Preparing batteries and engines
Storage voltage, periodic checks, labeling, fuel removal, and after-run care help equipment survive long periods of inactivity.
Diagnosing a charging problem
Ron’s experience becomes a practical discussion about chargers, wiring, connectors, resistance, and knowing when a battery is no longer trustworthy.
Listener questions
The hosts respond to feedback about batteries, receiver power, airplane setup, and the experiences that keep people involved in the hobby.
Key Takeaways
- Support airplanes by strong structural areas, not fragile covering or control surfaces.
- Label and periodically inspect stored batteries.
- Do not ignore unusual heat, resistance, or inconsistent charger readings.
- Remove fuel and protect engines before long storage.
- Listener experiences can expose useful solutions that are easy to overlook.
Episode 18 Transcript
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