E-flite P-38/F-5E Lightning Assembly Manual
9. Remove the backing from the pre-installed double-
sided tape on the center section cover. Position the servo
and motor/ESC leads in the channel in the wing and
attach the center section cover after removing the backing
from the factory-installed double-sided tape. You can also
use clear tape around the edges of the cover so it is more
secure during flight.
Note
: If you need to remove the center section cover after
you have taped it down, use caution as it could pull up
your paint with it.
Landing Gear and Drop
Tank Installation (Optional)
Required Parts
• Assembled airframe
• Main gear (right and left)
• Nose gear
• 2mm x 10mm panhead screw (4)
• Steering arm
• Steering linkage
• Servo w/hardware
• Double-sided tape
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Phillips screwdriver
• Hex wrench: 1.5mm
Note
: The installation of the landing gear and drop tanks
are optional. If you are flying from a rough surface or
in a situation that may not be conducive to having these
items installed you can select to skip this section.
1. Slide the main gear into the slots in the booms. Use
two 2mm x 10mm panhead screws to secure the gear.