Remote engine heater control

Anything having to do with an engine that powers any Aeronca aircraft
Post Reply
MikeB
Posts: 3246
Joined: Wed Nov 17, 2004 17:07
Location: Western Wisconsin
Contact:

Remote engine heater control

Post by MikeB »

I just finished building a $30 electrical "hot box" engine heater for my L16. I'll post pictures of it later for anyone who might be interested. Works real well. We had a propane type heater but I was always afraid to leave it operating for any amount of time unless I was there keeping track of it. I'm looking for a 'cheap' remote control that I can turn on from my telephone. I've seen some in the $200 range but would be interested in something more reasonable (unsure what that price would be, I guess :roll: ). It would have to able to handle at least a 15 amp load. I know this isn't a problem for some of you in the warmer climates but I always preheat once the temperature gets to 35 degrees and it would be nice to click the heater on from home a hour or two before I head to the airport.

Appreciate suggestions :D

MikeB
kyleb
Posts: 285
Joined: Wed Jun 04, 2008 19:13
Location: Marietta, GA
Contact:

Re: Remote engine heater control

Post by kyleb »

Look in this thread for some suggestions:

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/s ... hp?t=78260
Kyle Boatright
Marietta, GA

RV-6 Built and Flying
Champ Restoration Underway
MikeB
Posts: 3246
Joined: Wed Nov 17, 2004 17:07
Location: Western Wisconsin
Contact:

Re: Remote engine heater control

Post by MikeB »

Thanks! Some good ideas there (kits).
Mike
Post Reply