User Manual

23Hangar 9 P-51D Mustang Sport 40 Assembly Manual
 Step 5
Connect the leads from the motor to the leads from the
speed control. If you are using an E-flite motor and speed
control the colors of the leads will match up and the motor
will operate in the correct rotation.
 Step 6
Install the motor battery in the fuselage.
 Step 7
Use the radio system to check the operation of the motor
at this time. It should rotate counterclockwise when
viewed from the front of the fuselage. If it does not, read
through the instructions for the speed control to correct the
direction of rotation.
Installing the Cowling and Spinner for
Electric Motor Installations
Required Parts
Fuselage assembly Propeller
Spinner assembly (optional)
Exhaust stack (right and left)
#2 x 3/8-inch self-tapping screw (8)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #1 Thin CA
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm) Pin vise
Hex wrench: 7/64-inch
 Step 1
Locate the items to install the cowl and fuel tank for your model.
 Step 2
Slide the cowling on the fuselage. The spinner backplate
will then be slid on the propeller shaft. Make sure the drive
washer on the engine in positioned correctly and the spinner
backplate is tight against the drive washer.
Note: The Dubro spinner will include adapters to fit a
variety of engine shafts. Make sure to select the correct
adapter for your application.
 Step 3
Position the cowl so there is a 3/32-inch (2mm) gap between
the cowl and spinner backplate. Use a pin drill and 1/16-inch
(1.5mm) drill bit to drill through the mounting holes in the
cowling and into the fuselage.