Radio equipment
Failure to use the recommended servos, output arms, extensions, and hardware may result in a loss of con-
trol!
Throughout this manual we make use of various types of servos and radio equipment! We have used JR equipment
during the installation process. If you make use of
another manufacturer, please use equipment with similar specifications!
The Viper will require extension leads! Please use high quality extension leads. Make use of ceramic non ferrite
cores if leads exceeds 1 meter.
The trend nowadays is to use dual battery management systems and dual RX equipment. With the introduction of
2.4 Ghz even quad RX systems are considered as normal for a jet model.
Always center and install the correct output arms while on the bench, once the servo is in the aircraft access to the
servo arm screw is sometimes limited. The JR Matchbox makes this task very easy without using the complete
radio system on the work bench.
Do not save any money when buying radio equipment. The price of servo’s are far from the price of replacing the
entire model.
REMEMBER: The best equipment is only as good as the weakest link. Ask yourself if this servo or link or
lead etc is worthy of my trust to protect my very large investment...
Accessories
The full size F86 gear main gear doors are always closed. Accept when retracting. A special air or electronic se-
quencer is needed for this option.
1. 2 DS8511 servo’s for the elevator.
2. 1 DS8511 for rudder.
3. 2 DS8511 servo’s for ailerons
4. 2 DS8511 servo’s for flaps
5. 1 JR8511 steering servo.
6. 4 DS8401 servo’s for slats
7. 3 Standard JR577servos for Landing Gear, Door and Wheel Brake valves or check next line.
8. 1 Airpower EV5U valve + 1 x EV2U valve for landing gear + doors + brakes
9. 1 EV2U valve for speed brake
10. 1 EV2U valve for sliding canopy
11. 2 JR Matchbox for slats and flaps or Powerbox Royal with build in matchbox function.
12. Pneumatic support set for landing gear (air tubing, valves, Tee’s, fill valves, air tanks etc.)
13. Turbine motor, with thrust range between 16kg and 18kg, with ECU, fuel pump, battery and
solenoid valves, mounting strap etc. One of the common choices is the JetCat P160sx.
15. Fuel tubing, Hopper tank (or BVM UAT), festo fittings, fuel filters, fuel tube clamps etc.
16. Cable ties in various lengths. Cable management parts, Aluminum tape, safety clips etc.
Did you understand everything in this manual completely?
Then, and only then, let’s start assembling your F-86.
If not, please read it again before you start the assembly.
Assembly & Operation Manual
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