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| The battery was moved forward, as I moved the engine about 1 1/4 inch to the rear. A standard lawn & garden tractor battery was used as it is easily available for less than $20 at any Walmart. Heavy wire was used to connect it to the engine. The solenoid was mounted close to the battery, under the seat to prevent fire in the event of a crash. ( Not good to have a long hot wire.) Marine battery box.. Brace between the side-rail and floor is really needed as everyone sits on the edge of the cabin when they get in or out. |
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| A grab-handle was added to the root tube over both the rear and front seats. This is a big help in getting in or out. Aluminum firewall was added in an attempt to cut engine noise and heat. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| It would appear that the control stick blocks the view of the lower instuments, but this is not true if you have both eyes open. You are not aware of the stick. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| <---The split brake handle allows left, right, or both brakes to be applied. The right brake is shown being pulled in the photo. Handle is located close to throttle, so both brake and throttle can be used at the same time. Brakes on the Chinook are very good, if you have enough leverage. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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