glow ignitors

[rak12]

I'm going to make the conversion from EZ start to glow ignitor. Can anyone recommend a brand? I'm considering the Ofna from Tower Hobbies

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTUJ8&P=7

( the one without a meter). Also how long of a shaft is needed with the 3.3 and someday the Picco .26 (future upgrade)?

 

[alien13]

I use the Patriot RC PHU3041 long reach, it works good. I think you can only get it at HobbyTown USA though, can't seem to find it on any web stores.

http://www.patriothobby.com/fullphoto/phu3041.jpg

 

[scottc]

its best to get a long reach glow starter so you dont get burned on the hot head.
look for one that has a replaceable rechargeable battery to

 

[rak12]

thanks guys for the input. and Scottc, good point about the long reach, I never would have thought of that. I would have learned the hard way!