RE: Jumper plug and recepticle.


Subject:    RE: Jumper plug and recepticle.
From:    Bob Leffler (rv@thelefflers.com)
Date:    Mon Mar 15 - 7:19 PM
Depends on how frequently you leave a light or radio on overnight....


Realistically, you shouldn't need it too often.   With that said, the one
time I needed it on my Cherokee, it was rather convenient to jump start with
my car.   Having to pull a battery is a real PITA.


 Another use is to plug in ground power to practice with you glass panels
and avionics in the hangar.


bob


From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Gonzalez
Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 5:12 PM
To: RV 10 group
Subject: Jumper plug and recepticle.


Some good advice would be appreciated.

A few weeks ago I saw a post about Aircraft Spruce's jumper plug. I placed
an order for several items and bought this too. I am quite surprised by the
quality of this unit as it looks like a unit one would find on the
underbelly of a commercial airliner. My problem with it is that it weighs 1
pound seven ounces and that does not include the cable which needs to be
attached to the plug.

This is quite an large heavy item.  

Being a sailplane pilot I have not had the issue of going to my plane and
finding a dead battery. I don't need a jumpstart to fly, I need a towplane
and a good thermal day.

People who fly powerplanes, how often does a plane need a jumpstart or a
serious battery recharge?

I am seriously thinking of returning this item.

Thanks,

JOhn




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