F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual * Pilot figures shown are not included
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Table of Contents Introduction............................................................ 3 Important Information Regarding Warranty Information...................................... 3 Specifications.......................................................... 3 Using the Manual.................................................... 3 Contents of Kit/Parts Layout..................................... 3 Recommended Radio Equipment.............................. 4 Motor Setup.........................................
Recommended Radio Equipment You will need a minimum 5-channel transmitter, receiver and seven servos. Complete Radio System SPM8800 DX8 DSM2™ 8CH system 8-channel receiver installation: SPMAR8000 AR8000 DSMX 8-Channel FullRange Receiver JSP20030 MC35 Servo (6) JRPSDS3421 DS3421 Premium Digital Servo, elevator SPMA3058 Y-harness SPMA3052 9-inch (228mm) servo extension The extensions listed for the 8-channel operation (separate ailerons and nose gear) will require the use of mixing at the transmitter.
Wing Tip Installation During the course of building your model, we suggest you use a soft base for the building surface. Such things as a foam stand, large piece of bedding foam or a thick bath towel will work well and help protect the model from damage during assembly. This is not shown in the instructions to provide the greatest detail in the photos.
Hinging the Ailerons and Flaps Required Parts Wing panel (left and right) Aileron (left and right) Flap (left and right) CA hinge (8) 2. Slide the hinges into the aileron and flap. Insert the hinges so the holes in the hinge are at the hinge line. Insert a T-pin through one of the holes to keep the hinge centered while the aileron and flap are installed on the wing panel. Required Tools and Adhesives Thin CA T-pins Pin vise Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.
5. Once the CA has fully cured, gently pull on the wing and aileron (and flap) to make sure the hinges are glued securely. If not, reapply thin CA to any hinges that are not secure. Flex the aileron and flap through their range of motion a number of times to break in the hinges. This will reduce the initial load on the servo for your first flights. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to install the remaining aileron and flap hinges.
3. Sand the 6mm x 13mm end of the four hardwood blocks using medium grit sandpaper to provide a surface for the glue to adhere to. This will be the end glued to the plate in the following step. 5. Position the servo on the blocks. Use a 7. Use a drill and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to pencil to mark the block for the servo lead. Use a drill the holes for the mounting screws. Use care not razor saw to trim the block to provide clearance for to enlarge the holes any larger than the drill bit.
10. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw into each of the servo cover mounting holes. This will cut threads in the surrounding wood. Remove the screw then apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each hole to harden the wood. Do not use a CA accelerator. Using an accelerator will not allow the CA to soak into the fibers of the wood, hardening the hardwood block. 11. Tie the end of the string around the end of the aileron servo lead.
13. Pass the flap servo lead through the same hole in the wing root as the aileron servo. Use four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to secure the flap servo cover to the wing. Control Horn Installation Required Parts Wing panel (right and left) Fiberglass control horn (4) Required Tools and Adhesives Felt-tipped pen 5-minute epoxy Mixing stick Mixing cup Low-tack tape Coarse grit sandpaper Hobby knife with #11 blade 2.
4. Use coarse grit sandpaper to lightly sand the control horns where they fit into the openings in the flap and aileron. 7. After around 3 minutes, before the epoxy cures, carefully remove the tape from around the control horns. Pull the tape away from the horn, being careful not to disturb the position of the control horn. This will allow the epoxy to flow out slightly, leaving a fillet between the control horn and control surface.
2. Connect the aileron linkage to the hole in the servo horn 7/16-inch (11mm) from the center of the servo arm, and connect the flap linkage to the hole in the servo horn 1/2-inch (13mm) from the center of the arm. 3. Remove the tape holding the flap and aileron in position. Connect one clevis of the longer pushrod to the outer hole of the aileron servo horn. The remaining clevis connects to the aileron control horn.
Wing Spar Installation Required Parts Fuselage Carbon wing spar (2) 8-32 x 1/4-inch socket head screw (4) Wing panel assembly (right and left) 2. Use a 9/64-inch ball driver to start the four 8-32 x 1/4-inch socket head bolts in the aluminum wing sockets inside the fuselage. Only thread the screws in a few turns at this time. Use care not to cross-thread the screws and damage the threads in the aluminum sockets. 4. Remove the spar from the spar pocket.
6. Check the fit of the wing on the fuselage. It must rest tightly against the fuselage. If the spar fits into the wing and fuselage spar pockets without any problems, the fit should be perfect. Make sure to guide the leads for the aileron and flap into the fuselage so they don’t interfere with the fit. Before mixing any epoxy, make sure to read through and understand the following steps. It is important to perform these steps before the epoxy fully cures. 10.
12. Once the epoxy has cured, remove the wing panel from the fuselage. Repeat steps 3 through 11 to install the remaining wing panel to the fuselage. 13. Once the epoxy has fully cured and both wing panels have spars, remove any petroleum jelly residue from the fuselage and wing using rubbing alcohol and a paper towel. Main Landing Gear Installation Required Parts Wing panel assembly (right and left) Aluminum wheel collar with setscrew, 3.5mm (2) Aluminum wheel spacer, 3.
3. Prepare a 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit by wrapping a piece of low-tack tape around the drill bit 5/8inch (16mm) from the end of the bit. This will act as a marker so you don’t accidentally drill through the top of the wing. Place the drill bit in a drill. 4. Use the drill and drill bit prepared in the previous step to drill the four holes for the landing gear block or retract mechanism mounting screws. 16 5. Remove the landing gear block or retract mechanism from the wing.
6. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the holes. This will harden the threads made by the screws, making them more secure when the landing gear block or retract mechanism is installed. A. Secure a 3-inch (76mm) servo extension to the retract lead using string or dental floss. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. 7. Slide a main gear strut into the main landing gear block or retract mechanism. Use the setscrews and a 1.
Optional Main Landing Gear Doors 8. Place the correct main gear assembly in position. The axle will face to the root of the wing, and the spring will face to the trailing edge of the wing. Use four 3mm x 14mm countersunk self-tapping screws and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. 9. Slide a 3.5mm aluminum wheel spacer on the axle, then the wheel. A 3.
2. Use a pencil to draw a centerline on the unpainted side of the landing gear door. Draw two lines on the door that are 1-inch (24mm) and 13/4inch (44mm) from the top edge of the landing gear door as the center lines for the mounting blocks. 4. Use a straight edge or ruler to lightly bend the landing gear door along the center line so it will rest tightly against the wing when the gear are retracted. Work slowly to avoid cracking the paint on the outside of the landing gear door. 3.
8. Use a sanding block and medium grit sandpaper to round the back of the landing gear door block. This will allow the gear to retract into the wing and help center the gear while it is retracting. 9. Use a #0 Phillips screwdriver to install a 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screw in each of the mounting holes in the landing gear door block. Remove the screws after cutting the threads in the blocks. Be careful not to split the blocks as you install the screws for the first time. 10.
15. Retract the landing gear using the radio system. This will set the correct angle for the landing gear door against the wing. Allow the glue to cure overnight before moving the gear back to the down position. Rudder and Elevator Servo Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly Transmitter Receiver Receiver battery Hardwood block, 15mm x 13mm x 6mm (4) Servo with hardware (rudder and elevator) 2. Prepare the elevator servo using the grommets and eyelets included with the servo.
4. Mount the elevator servo as shown in the section “Aileron and Flap Servo Installation.” Make sure to center the elevator servo and prepare the servo horn before installing the servo. The elevator and rudder servo will use a short side of a standard JR 4-way horn. Make sure to trim the servo mounting block to allow fitting of the servo lead as shown in the aileron and flap servo mounting section. Rudder Installation 5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to install the rudder servo.
4. Check the fit of the torque rod. It must fit flush with the leading edge of the rudder. Make sure that the threaded end of the torque rod is on the outside of the rudder. 5. Remove the torque rod and use medium grit sandpaper to lightly sand the torque rod where it comes in contact with the rudder. E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual 6. Mix a small amount of 5-minute epoxy. Apply the epoxy in the holes for the hinges and torque rod. Fit the hinges and torque rod to the rudder.
11. Fit the rudder to the fin while guiding the pushrod into the fuselage. With the rudder tight against the fin, check the length of the pushrod. Adjust the pushrod length so it is close to aligning with the rudder servo horn. Once adjusted, remove the rudder and use needle nose pliers to tighten the nut against the clevis at the rudder. Adjusting the clevis at the rudder will be difficult once the rudder has been hinged to the fin. 12. With the rudder removed, mix a small amount of 5-minute epoxy.
4. Cut a piece of silicone tubing and slide it onto the clevis. Thread a 2mm nut on the pushrod, then the clevis to the pushrod. Prepare both ends of the pushrod at this time. Make sure to use threadlock on the clevis and nut to prevent them from vibrating loose. 5. Attach the clevis to the outer hole of the elevator control arm. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. 6. Connect the clevis to the outer hole of the elevator servo horn.
9. Check the operation of the elevator using the radio system. You may need to change the servo reversing at the transmitter depending on the radio system and servos used to achieve the correct direction of throw. Fan Installation Required Parts Fan assembly Fuselage assembly 3mm x 10mm self-tapping screw (4) 3. Fit the fan housing into the fuselage. Slide the fan forward to make sure it is fully inserted into the intake.
4. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the four holes for the fan mounting screws. Make sure to drill the holes against the tabs of the housing so the fan does not slide forward or aft in the fuselage. 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a 3mm x 10mm self-tapping screw into each of the four holes for mounting the fan unit. 7. Secure the fan unit to the fuselage using four 3mm x 10mm self-tapping screws. Tighten the screws using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. 6.
9. Cut a notch at the front of the cover to fit over the fan mounting lugs. Nose Gear Installation 1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws that secure the nose gear cover to the fuselage. Set the cover and screws aside until later in the section of the manual. 2. Place the grommets and brass eyelets into the servo mounting tabs. Note the positioning of the brass eyelets, as the servo will be mounted to the top of the plate in the fuselage.
3. Place the servo in the opening with the servo output facing the rear of the fuselage. Use a pencil to mark the locations for the servo mounting screws. 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo mounting screw into the mounting holes for the steering servo. Remove the screw after cutting the threads in the plywood. 4. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the holes for the servo mounting screws. 6. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the holes.
B. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to secure the steering arm by tightening the setscrew on the lower flat of the nose gear strut. Make sure the arm is positioned as shown in the photo. Install the supplied nose gear strut in the retract mechanism and tighten the setscrews using a 1.5mm hex wrench. The setscrews should align with the flat spots on the nose gear leg. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. 11.
13. Use a flat file to make two flat areas on the nose gear axle that are 1/4-inch (6mm) wide. The end of the axles may have a slight bur on them from the factory. If the wheel is hard to install use a file to remove this bur. 15. Attach the wheels to the axle using two wheel collars. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to tighten the setscrews securing the wheel collars to the axle. Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. 16.
17. Attach the nose gear cover to the fuselage using a #1 Phillips screwdriver and the four 2mm x 8mm self-tapping screws removed in step 1. Receiver and Speed Control Installation 18. Cycle the retract unit to make sure the nose gear strut and tires clear the gear door openings. Some slight trimming may be required. Add clear tape to both sides of the nose gear door to help secure it to the fuselage. 1. Use scissors to cut a piece of hook and loop tape and apply it to the back of the speed control.
3. Connect the leads from the motor and speed control. Use tie-wraps (not included) to secure the wiring so it is not moving around inside the fuselage. 5. Use scissors to cut a small piece of hook and loop tape. Use the tape to secure the remote receiver in the fuselage. Motor Battery Installation Required Parts Fuselage assembly Hook and loop tape Motor battery Hook and loop strap Required Tools and Adhesives Scissors 4. Use scissors to cut a small piece of hook and loop tape.
3. Secure the battery in the fuselage using the hook and loop strap. Make sure the strap is not pinching any of the servo leads on the bottom side of the battery tray. Canopy Assembly 3. Use silicone adhesive to glue the pilots to the cockpit interior. Required Parts Canopy Cockpit interior Pilot (optional) (PKZ4414) (2) Required Tools and Adhesives Hobby scissors Clear tape Silicone adhesive 1. Locate the cockpit interior and use hobby scissors to trim the interior along the inscribed line.
Decal Placement 5. Use clear tape to secure the interior inside the canopy. Required Parts Decal sheet Assembled airframe Required Tools and Adhesives Hobby scissors Hobby knife with #11 blade E-flite F-4 Phantom 32 DF Assembly Manual 1. Your F-4 already comes with the majority of decals applied, but also includes an extra set of decal nomenclature. Apply the decals to your model using the photos located in this section of the manual, the box art from your model and on Page 43.
Center of Gravity Required Parts Assembled airframe Required Tools and Adhesives Balancing stand Felt-tipped pen 3. When balancing your model, support the plane upright at the marks made on the bottom of the wing with your fingers or a commercially available balancing stand. This is the correct balance point for your model. Make sure your model is assembled and ready for flight before balancing. CAUTION: Do not inadvertently skip this step or property damage and injury could occur.
Control Throws 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your model. Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter. When the stick is moved right, the rudder should also move right. Reverse the direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary. Elevator Up and down High 26mm Mid 21mm Low 16mm Expo 10% (up/down) Expo 5% (up/down) Expo 0% (up/down) Rudder Left and right High 22mm Mid 18mm Low 15mm Expo 10% (left and right) Expo 5% (left and right) Expo 0% (left and right) 2.
Range Test Your Radio Before each flying session, and especially with a new model, it is important to perform a range check. It is helpful to have another person available to assist during the range check. If you are using a Spektrum™ transmitter, please refer to your transmitter’s manual for detailed instructions on the range check process. 1. With the model resting on the ground, stand 30 paces (approximately 90 feet) away from the model. 2.
Landing Remember to keep an eye on the radio timer. After 3 minutes on the first flight it’s time to drop the flaps, retracts, switch to high rates and start shooting a few approaches with the F-4 Phantom 32. If you are landing in higher winds or cross winds use half flaps instead of full flaps as the airplane has a lot of drag. Adjust power to slow the plane down but keep flying speed.
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