BVM PNP F-86 User manual

IK3700 BVM®2017
BVM PNP F-86
1/7 Scale
For EVF-3- 10S Power
Length: 60”, Wing Span: 63"
Weight: 17.5 lbs
CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL
Version 1.0
November 2017
Vne 175 MPH Limit Thrust to 16 lbs.
Equipped with HV Servos and should not be operated below 7.2 volts
3481 State Road 419 • Winter Springs, FL 32708 USA
tel. [phone] • fax. [phone]

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INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 2
DISCLAIMER ........................................................................................................................... 2
WING PREPERATION ............................................................................................................ 4
AILERON CONTROL OPTIONS ............................................................................................. 5
MAIN WHEELS, AXLES AND BRAKES .................................................................................. 5
WING MOUNTING .................................................................................................................. 7
FUSELAGE ............................................................................................................................. 8
BATTERY LOCATION FOR EVF ............................................................................................ 8
RX MOUNTING AND GYRO ................................................................................................... 9
INTAKE AND EVF INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 10
TAILPIPE INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 12
STABS AND ELEVATORS .................................................................................................... 14
CENTER OF GRAVITY ......................................................................................................... 16
FUSELAGE AND COMPONENTS ........................................................................................ 16
STEERING SERVO ACCESS ............................................................................................... 17
First Flight Profile ................................................................................................................... 18

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the BVM PNP F-86. This model represents the latest in
manufacturing technology and completion for the R/C jet enthusiast. The factory has expertly
crafted and thoroughly inspected all aspects of the model. Only a small amount of work is
required to complete the assembly of your F-86.
This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to
read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the manual.
Please read the entire manual to become familiar with the processes and procedures before
you begin final preparations for flight.
DISASSEMBLY OF ANY COMPONENT
It is good practice to photo each stage of removing a component so that the reassembly
process is easier.
DISCLAIMER
BVM Inc. assumes no liability for the operation and use of these products. The owner and
operator of these products should have the necessary experience and exercise common
sense. Said owner and operator must have a valid Academy of Model Aeronautics license in
the U.S.A.
This is a sophisticated jet model aircraft. It must be operated with caution and common sense
and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and
responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property.
NOTICE: Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of
the instructions provided by BVM, Inc. The BVM F-86 has been designed and flight tested
with a 10s EVF.

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Required Tools
 Metric Allen wrench set
 Needle nose Pliers
 3/32 Ball Driver
 1.5mm Hex Driver
 2mm Hex Driver
 6” long 1/16th drill
 BVM Collar Tool PA-SR-0095
List of Adhesives/Lubricants
 Pacer Z-42 PT-42
 ZAP ZAP GOO PT-12
 Super O-Lube BVM #5779
 BVM DRY LUBE BVM1947
 Axle Super Lube BVM #5784
 BVM QT Poxy #PA-SR-0042
ITEMS NEEDED
10s EVF fan unit E1300-95
12 channel RX SPMAR12310t
10s flight batteries TP6600-10SR70SD
Rx Battery(s) 3000 MAH
Power Plug 2 E1000-22
AVIALABLE OPTIONS
MGA Pilot - bust painted BVM5732 Demon Cortex V-DA-BD-CCORTEX PRO

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WING PREPERATION
TIP SKIDZ
If you fly off a grass field there is no need to install these. If you fly from a paved runway and
don't always make perfect landings, especially in a crosswind you can add the BVM#2197
Carbon Fiber Skidz for extra protection. Follow the instructions that come with the Skidz plus
the work shown below.
 Make the required notch in the bottom skin as
shown. Note the location relative to the panel
lines.
 Use a 1/16" Carbide Cutter to add some glue
holes as shown.
 Use ZAP-RT or similar rubberized glue to
attach the Skidz as shown. Wipe away
excess before it cures.

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AILERON CONTROL OPTIONS
NOTE: The Location of the Ball Link on the servo arm.
This yields proper resolution on the Aileron travels
It is also good to apply the Dry Lube to all control
linkages that are metal to metal or plastic to metal.
It is greaseless, yet a very good lubricant. BVM
#1947 does not attract dust or dirt.
MAIN WHEELS, AXLES AND BRAKES
 Before disassembly, note (photograph) the routing of the brake tubing on the strut.

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 Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to loosen the set
screw that retains the axle. Check to see if
there is a flat spot ground in the axle. If not,
use a dremel cutting disc to make one as
shown. A matching cutter mark on the end of
the axle helps to properly orient it.
 Apply Parker Super "O"Lube to the brake
"O"Ring and on wheel inner drum.BVM
#5779
 Apply Super Axle Lube BVM # 5784 to the
axle from inside and outside access. Note
the nylon spacer.
 Reassemble the wheel, brake, and axle. Use
a small drop of thread locker on the set
screw. Check for free spin of wheel and
brake application.
Accomplish for both mains and the nose wheel. Of
course, the nose wheel does not have a brake.

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WING SPAR AND CONNECTORS
To ease the wing attachment, slightly bevel the
ends of the carbon rods with sand paper (320
grit) then apply BVM Dry Lube (#1947) to the
rods.
Put a small tie wrap on the connectors to keep
them from falling into the wing
FUSELAGE / WING MATING SURFACES
Be sure that they have a small tie wrap on each
set as shown. This will keep them from getting lost
in the fuse. Small forceps can be used to retrieve
them if necessary.
The electrical and pneumatic connectors exit the
fuse as shown.
WING MOUNTING
The wings are retained to the fuse with (2) 3mm X
25mm front and (2) 3mm X 16mm screws at the
rear. Use a 2.0 mm hex wrench.

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FUSELAGE
COOLING OPTION FOR EVF
 This step is optional, but we found it
reduced the temperature of the battery
packs on warmer days. You can make the
cut out using a BVM 1/16 Carbide Cutter.
After you make the cut out, you can use
testor’s flat black on the inside to clean up
the flange.
CANOPY COOLING OPTION
 There is a “molded- in’ detail on the back of
the canopy that can be cut out for battery
cooling air exit.
BATTERY LOCATION FOR EVF
 A strip of Velcro on the side of the fuse and the top of the battery rail is all that is
required. Apply a C.A. or epoxy finish to the tops of the wood rails to improve Velcro
adhesion.

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NOTE: 3.3” dimension (circled)
. This is a good starting point for the EVF Batteries.
Your Center of Gravity can be fine-tuned aft or
forward of this position with EVF Battery placement
RX BATTERY LOCATION
Located on the left side of the fuse in front of the
fan mount
RX MOUNTING AND GYRO
This example on a BVM plane used a regular Spektrum 9030 Rx and a X-plus expander.
You can find the Rx channel mapping under Connecting Rx wires later in this manual.
NOTE: These components are constantly changing, adapt as necessary.