Bert If you've got a Cigarette lighter socket installed, you could use that as an adapter. Turn on the master switch, make sure no lights or instruments are turned on and you will have a direct connection to the battery.
I believe that closing the F contact on the master to the regulator will not have an adverse effect . And the generator can be left out by pulling the main fuse. That is if your wiring is still close to the original wiring. Hartmut ----- Original Message ----- From: Bert To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:01 PM Subject: [ercoupe-tech] Battery charging and GPS Mount My battery power has always been a problem. Has anyone figured out a way to install an external power coupler that would allow the easy connection of a battery charger. Currently, one must open the baggage bag, remove the battery box lid bolts, remove battery box lid, connect the charger, and leave the canope partially open for the power cord to pass thru. Then of course, reverse the whole thing when one wants to go fly. I see many planes with simple external power plugs. Why can't we put one on a coupe? Would anyone care to recommend a battery they have found to be reliable, long lived, and economical? I only seem to find batteries that fit just two but not three of those criteria. My GPS is mounted on an old 5 X 7 clip board that straps to my right knee (or my wife's left knee when she flies with me). It is simple, easy to stow away, uses no panel space, and cost almost nothing. I actually enjoy using old fashion dead reconning with my charts, timer, and calculator. Although, I have opted to use an electronic E6B in the cockpit as my concession to the modern computer age. Bert Hampton N99618
