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Post by ronin5573 on Oct 27, 2021 20:46:36 GMT
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Post by cole505 on Oct 28, 2021 2:37:44 GMT
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Post by Flocker on Oct 28, 2021 10:48:06 GMT
Use the search function above. There are several threads on this topic. (Charging, battery, winter ops, etc.)
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Post by ronin5573 on Oct 28, 2021 12:08:59 GMT
I’m assuming you just remove the back wall with the screws and the battery hides in there ? |
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Post by ronin5573 on Oct 28, 2021 12:09:36 GMT
Use the search function above. There are several threads on this topic. (Charging, battery, winter ops, etc.) Sorry, I was getting a pro board error yesterday . |
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Post by cole505 on Oct 28, 2021 14:53:44 GMT
 Hi Ronin, Yes, the battery sits behind the access panel behind the seats…… once the panel is off the battery will be in plain sight …….. there will be a buffer battery beside it as well ……. Ray & Lucy 👍🏻😊🇺🇸✈️✅ |
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Post by ronin5573 on Oct 28, 2021 15:20:19 GMT
<button disabled="" class="c-attachment-insert--linked o-btn--sm">Attachment Deleted</button>Hi Ronin, Yes, the battery sits behind the access panel behind the seats…… once the panel is off the battery will be in plain sight …….. there will be a buffer battery beside it as well ……. Ray & Lucy 👍🏻😊🇺🇸✈️✅ Thanks for the picture. I've owned 2 other Rotax aircraft and I always believe that battery needs to be up to snuff for this engine... sprag clutches are expensive. Any other tips for a new owner. Was going to order some mouse milk for the waste gate. My mechanic recommended to use amoil full synthetic oil for the 914 and not to use aeroshell |
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Mike B
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Home Airport: Summer 2P2 Winter KSRQ
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Post by Mike B on Oct 28, 2021 15:54:12 GMT
I also own a P2008T 2018 model. My battery is original and is a Odyssey PC545 Extreme AGM. The charge, and float voltages are listed on the top of the battery. The specs. page by Odyssey says that it can sit for 2 years without charge. You might check with Odyssey if that's your battery type, as it's an AGM you might not need the constant float charge that the typical lead acid type requires......m |
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Post by cole505 on Oct 30, 2021 3:03:49 GMT
   Hi Ronin, Here’s what my set up looks like………… I have used this set up since 2014 absolutely 0 problems no battery or starting problems…….. Hopes this helps you decide how you would like to do yours ….. Ray & Lucy 🇺🇸😊✅👍🏻🇺🇸✈️ |
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Post by ronin5573 on Oct 30, 2021 11:02:11 GMT
View AttachmentView AttachmentView AttachmentHi Ronin, Here’s what my set up looks like………… I have used this set up since 2014 absolutely 0 problems no battery or starting problems…….. Hopes this helps you decide how you would like to do yours ….. Ray & Lucy 🇺🇸😊✅👍🏻🇺🇸✈️ So do you leave in always on a charger? MikeB has me rethinking the charger thing. |
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Post by cole505 on Oct 30, 2021 14:12:18 GMT
Hi Ronin,
Yes, once I am done for the day it stays plugged in, the charger provides a perfect float charge. And Powers the Aircraft while updating software or for what ever your doing. sometimes it takes awhile for these software updates, no worries the charger handles it just fine…..
Ray & Lucy ✅👍🏻✈️😊🇺🇸
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Jack C.
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Home Airport: KSRQ
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Post by Jack C. on Oct 31, 2021 15:24:00 GMT
I have a 2019 P2008TC (265 hrs), and have had minor battery problems in my 2 1/2 years of ownership that were possibly battery charger related. Aircraft is equipped with an Odyssey Dry Cell Battery (PC-545) that I kept on a generic automobile battery maintainer (1.5 A, 12 vdc) while in the hanger. I subsequently experienced multiple (3) instances of the Battery quickly losing amperage (cranking power) during the first few months of ownership, finally resulting in my replacing the Battery. I then switched to another automatic charger that claimed to be a Smart Charger/Maintainer. I noticed that the fully charged voltage on the PC-545 never seemed to top 12.4 - 12.5 volts. About 12-months ago, I experienced a failure of the Rotax Regulator/Rectifier (P/N 965-349) while on a cross-country trip (a harrowing experience as the battery quickly drained from the electronics/engine load). Based on this experience, I talked with the folks at Lockwood, had the new regulator installed, and now carry a spare regulator (just in case). After conversations with the OEM Battery manufacturer, multiple mechanics, and a lot of web searches, I decided to replace the PC-545 Battery (again - just because), and I also bought the OEM manufacturer's recommended Battery charger (an Odyssey OBC-6A) and now use it regularly. I've noticed that the Battery's fully charged voltage usually runs about 12.8 - 12.9 vdc, and that it does not significantly drop if removed from the charger for about 24-hrs. So, what does this mean? (i) Always carry a spare Rotax Regulator/Rectifier (P/N 965-349) - they do fail, they drain quickly, and if you are in a little country airport, you are going to be there for a while - part costs about $150; (ii) buy an External "Plug & Jump" battery connector (Part# 11-00971 MFR Model# 11807C) to eliminate the need for alligator clips, etc. when connecting the charger ($99 from Aircraft Spruce); and (iii) based on several months use, and IMHO, I recommend the Odyssey OBC-6A Battery charger if your aircraft uses the PC-545 Battery ($112). URL's www.odysseybattery.com/products/obc-6a-battery-charger/lockwood.aero/rectifier-regulator.htmlwww.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/plugnjump.phpwww.amazon.com/ODYSSEY-PC545-Odyssey-Powersports-Battery/dp/B0002ILK7M |
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