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Electric Stunt => Gettin all AMP'ed up! => Topic started by: George Grossardt on April 06, 2014, 06:38:32 PM

Title: Electric Stiletto
Post by: George Grossardt on April 06, 2014, 06:38:32 PM

OK, I am thinking ahead to the next building season.  I plan to build the original 35 sized Stiletto. I have the Hunt lost foam system ready to go for the wing.  I could use some input on making this plane electric.  Here are my thoughts:

- I plan to use an E-flite 25. I think the 32 is too much and the 15 isn't enough - agree?
- I plan to build it so the battery top loads - any thing I should be thinking about?
- Looks like the tank compartment might be tight for all the electronics and batteries.  I am thinking I might have to cut into the leading edge.  Any concerns with wing strength? What can I do to mitigate issues?
- The plans show a 3 inch bellcrank.  Any reason to go to 3 1/2 or 4" ?  I am thinking 4" is too much for a plane this size. 

I am open to any thoughts any of you might have.  This electric stuff is all new to me.

George

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: Bob Hudak on April 06, 2014, 06:58:13 PM

Find a battery that will fit the nose before you start the build. I'm thinking a Nanotech 3.0AH 25C 4S will fit the nose and leave room for the ESC and timer. The Stilletto has a long narrow nose limiting just any battery.
Bob

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: William DeMauro on April 06, 2014, 07:31:21 PM

What Bob says!!! Don't underestimate the power of a Power 15 sized motor. I know of a few people that are pulling 50+ ounce planes with them. As far as the battery goes yes make sure it will fit, but I would bet that most brands will. We are squeezing a 2700 mah zippy compact into the front of a UHP Gieskie Nobler. I can also tell you that that plane will easily carry a 4s 2200 and still do the full pattern with battery to spare.

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: George Grossardt on April 07, 2014, 08:12:38 PM

Thanks all for the insight.  Nice to know that one can get help when needed.

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: Target on October 19, 2015, 09:14:46 PM

George-
Did the Stiletto electrification come to completion?

R,
Chris

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: George Grossardt on October 21, 2015, 08:23:04 PM

Chris,

I haven't made progress on this project yet.  Life got in the way - my daughter's wedding, new role at work, weekends at the cottage, etc.  I have been collecting parts/stuff for the build. I have a lost foam set, canopy, etc.  Still deciding how I am going to approach this project. I am a little concerned about motor choice and battery space.

Have to finish my Cardinal before I start this project.  I have always loved the Stiletto. I will have one built one day

George

Title: Re: Electric Stiletto
Post by: Target on November 24, 2015, 04:25:54 PM

Thanks George.
We are both looking forward to the day we have Electric Stiletto's.

R,
Chris