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Hangar 9 P-51 PTS Mk II Assembly Manual
Mode 2 Transmitter
Mode 1 Transmitter
Move the throttle stick towards the top of the transmitter.
The carburetor will now be in the fully open position.
Mode 2 Transmitter
Mode 1 Transmitter
If the throttle is not operating as described, you may
need to change the Travel Adjustment setting in the radio.
To do so, read the section in the radio manual on
programming the radio.
Note
: Once all the radio adjustments are complete,
remember to turn off both the receiver and the transmitter.
Section 17:
Balancing Your P-51 PTS
In order for your P-51 PTS Mustang to fly correctly, you
will need to check the balance of the plane. This is done by
supporting the aircraft either using your fingers, or by using
a balancing stand. Not checking the balance can result in an
aircraft that is difficult to fly, which can lead to the possibility
of crashing your model.
Marking the Balance Point
The first step in balancing your P-51 PTS Mustang is to
mark the location for the balance point. Measure back
3
3
/
4
-inch (95mm) against the fuselage to the very front
edge of the wing, which is where the wing plugs into the
fuselage. Mark the location on both sides of the fuselage
using a felt-tipped pen to mark the balance location.
Lifting the Model and Observations
The P-51 PTS Mustang is balanced using either your fingers
or a balancing stand. The stand in the photo was made from
a dowel rod and a flat piece of wood. The dowel was cut
down and holes drilled in the wood, then the dowel plugged
into the wood. Use pencil erasers to prevent the ends of the
dowel from damaging your wing. Place or lift the airplane so
it is supported at the marks made in the previous step. The
plane will rest level when balanced correctly. If not, self stick
weights must be added to correct any balancing problems.
