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

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

I was remiss in not mentioning above that it was Will DeMauro who convinced me to try the Power 15 in the Stunt Machine 1. I had assumed that a Power 25 size motor was needed for that ship. When I installed the 25 and a 3300 mAh battery, the ship was just too nose heavy. Will suggested the Power 15 and a 2500 mAh battery. It was an easy change as the mount accepted the 15 perfectly, and all I had to do with the battery is make a new holder. I dropped 5 ounces out of the nose with the change and then the ship just came alive. It is one of the best flying models that I have owned now. It flies especially well in heavy wind.

I'd suggest using the Hyperion 25C 4S 2500 mAh battery. I've found that Hyperion batteries last a long, long time. They cost a little more than the "bargain" batteries, but they seem to go on indefinitely. I have a motto: The very best always costs a bit more... and it's always worth it!"

That system should fit easily into the nose of the 35-size Stiletto; we've shoehorned them into many small 35-sized ships in this area. In fact, many have put that size system into the noses of ARF Noblers!

Later - Bob Hunt   

George-
Did the Stiletto electrification come to completion?

R,
Chris

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

R,
Chris