Originally Posted by
charlymbx5
Thanks for the quick answer.
Could you please explain what do you mean by "5 heat cycles" ?
Is that heating the engine 5 times ?
During a race day i have to start the engine at least 6 times (practice, 3 quals, semi, final).
The benefit i see with the 12V version is to be able to use it when there's no 110/220V available at the track.
So it means that i will have to get 2 lipo packs.
No problem...
Yes, it means heating the engine 5 times in 10 minute cycles each. In really cold weather you would want to leave it on for 10 minutes, but when the weather is warm it will only need to be left on for 5 minutes giving you twice the number of heat cycles.
Most tracks in the US have power, if your local track has power then I would recommend the 110V. If you can afford to have both, then you will have the best of both worlds when it comes to pre-heating.
No need for two lipo packs, just one. I use a 3S lipo with 2100 mah in my starter box for the Comp Heater. I don't mind charging batteries and working on my equipment when at the track, it's a part of the hobby I very much enjoy.