E-FLITE thunderbolt p-47 User manual

P-47 Thunderbolt
Assembly Manual

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Specifications
Wingspan: 39" (990mm)
Length: 32" (813mm)
Wing Area: 260 sq in (16.8 sq dm)
Weight w/o Battery: 18–21 oz (510–595 g)
Weight w/ Battery: 21–26 oz (595–737 g)
Table of Contents ........................................................2
Specifications .............................................................2
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .........................................3
Required Radio Equipment ...........................................4
Required Power System Equipment ...............................4
Required Tools and Adhesives ......................................5
Optional High Power Inrunner Brushless Motor Power
System Required Equipment* .......................................6
Optional Sport Outrunner Brushless Motor Power System
Required Equipment* ..................................................6
Optional High Power Outrunner Brushless Motor Power
System Required Equipment .........................................7
Optional Accessories ..................................................7
Using the Manual .......................................................8
Warning ....................................................................8
Before Starting Assembly .............................................8
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries .................................8
Warranty Information ..................................................9
Wing Preparation .....................................................10
Wing Installation ......................................................14
Stabilizer Installation .................................................15
Optional Rudder .......................................................19
Radio Installation ......................................................22
Stock Motor Installation .............................................27
Inrunner Motor InstallationPark 400 ............................30
Outrunner Motor Installation .......................................35
Final Assembly .........................................................39
Control Throws .........................................................41
Range Testing the Radio ............................................42
Preflight ...................................................................42
Notes ......................................................................44
2005 Official AMA
National Model Aircraft Safety Code ..........................46
Table of Contents

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Large Replacement Parts:
EFL6001 Wing
EFL6002 Fuselage
EFL6003 Hatch
EFL6004 Cowl
EFL6005 Horizontal Tail
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
Small Replacement Parts
EFL6006 Hardware and Pushrod Set
EFL6007 Landing Gear Set
EFL6008 Bomb and Pylon Set
EFL6009 Decal Set
EFLM232 480 Motor w/19T 0.5 Module Pinion
EFLM236 400 Gearbox, w/56T 0.5M Spur Gear
EFLM237 Spur Gear, 56T 0.5 Module with Shaft
EFLM238 Spur Gear, 56T 0.5 Module
EFLM1915 Outrunner Stick Mount
EFLP1080E 10x8 Electric Prop

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Required Radio Equipment
You will need a 3-channel or greater radio transmitter and
micro receiver (at least 4-channel with optional rudder).
You can choose from the equipment below including a
complete radio system or separate receiver, crystal and
servos when using your existing radio equipment.
JSP14010** JR Sport 4-Channel System MD2 UL
—Complete radio system (Includes 2
servos)
or
JSP30610 6CH UL FM Receiver w/o crystal,
Positive Shift (JR/AIRZ)
or
JSP30615 6CH UL FM Receiver w/o crystal,
Negative Shift (HRC/FUT)
JRPXFR** FM Receiver Crystal
EFLRS75 7.5-Gram Sub-Micro Servo (3 or 4 w/
optional rudder)
JSP98020 Y-Harness, Standard 6"
Required Power System Equipment
For stock brushed power system only. Please see optional
brushless power system required equipment when
choosing brushless power system alternatives.
CSEP20P Pixie-20P Sub Micro ESC
EFLA239 Female Bullet Plug w/Lead
THP21003SPL 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po, 16GA
EFLC3005 Celectra 1-3 Cell Li-Po Charger
WSD1300 Ultra Plug, Male/Female Set (2)
Substituting the 3-Cell Li-Po pack and charger with a
9-Cell Ni-MH pack and charger offers slightly reduced
performance and duration but provides a good power
pack alternative:
PKZ1027 10.8V 1000mAh Ni-MH Battery
PKZ1519 5–10 Cell DC Peak Charger

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Tools & Equipment
EFLA257 Screwdriver, #0 Phillips (Or included
with EFLA250)
EFLA258 Screwdriver, #1 Phillips (Or included
with EFLA250)
EFLA250 Park Flyer Tool Assortment, 5pc
Hobby knife
Drill
Drill bit: .050", 5/32"
Straight edge
Felt tipped pen
Razor saw
Sandpaper
Adhesives
EFLA206 Foam Compatible Thick CA
(Or included with EFLA208)
EFLA207 Foam Compatible Activator
(Or included with EFLA208)
EFLA208 Foam CA/Activator Pack
EFLA209 Foam Compatible Medium CA
Low-temperature hot glue
Required Tools and Adhesives

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Optional Sport Outrunner Brushless
Motor Power System Required
Equipment*
This powerful optional power system is well suited for
small field flying and “lightweight” airframe configurations
(i.e. – no landing gear, no rudder, etc installed). Use with
the included 10x8E prop and outrunner stick mount.
EFLM1305 Park 400 Outrunner Brushless, 920Kv
EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2)
THP21003SPL 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po, 16GA
EFLC3005 Celectra 1-3 Cell Li-Po Charger
WSD1300 Ultra Plug, Male/Female Set (2)
*Proper throttle management is required when using high
performance setups.
Optional High Power Inrunner
Brushless Motor Power System
Required Equipment*
This is the most powerful optional power system well
suited for large field flying and “full house” airframe
configurations (i.e. – landing gear, rudder, etc. installed).
Use with the included gearbox and optional 6.5:1 gear
ratio.
EFLM1100 Park 400 Inrunner Brushless, 4200Kv
EFLM1912 Heat Sink, 20mm x 20mm
Park 400 Inrunner
EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2)
EFLM243 Spur Gear, 65T 0.5 Module
EFLM1951 Pinion Gear, 10T 0.5 Module 2mm I.D.
EFLP1170 11x7 Slow Flyer Propeller (2)
THP21003SPL 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po, 16GA
EFLC3005 Celectra 1-3 Cell Li-Po Charger
WSD1300 Ultra Plug, Male/Female Set (2)
*Proper throttle management is required when using high
performance setups.

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Optional High Power Outrunner
Brushless Motor Power System
Required Equipment
This powerful optional power system is well suited for large
field flying and “full house” airframe configurations (i.e. -
landing gear, rudder, etc. installed). Use with the included
10x8E prop and outrunner stick mount.
EFLM1400 Park 450 Outrunner Brushless, 890Kv
EFLA311B 20-Amp Brushless ESC (V2)
THP21003SPL 2100mAh 3-Cell 11.1V Li-Po, 16GA
EFLC3005 Celectra 1-3 Cell Li-Po Charger
WSD1300 Ultra Plug, Male/Female Set (2)
Substituting the 3-Cell Li-Po pack and charger with a
9-Cell Ni-MH pack and charger offers slightly reduced
performance and duration but provides a good power
pack alternative:
PKZ1027 10.8V 1000mAh Ni-MH Battery
PKZ1519 5–10 Cell DC Peak Charger
*Proper throttle management is required when using high
performance setups.
Optional Accessories
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLA212 Gear Puller: 1mm–5mm Shaft

Before Starting Assembly
Before beginning the assembly of your P-47D Thunderbolt,
remove each part from its bag for inspection. Closely inspect
the fuselage, hatch, wing and stabilizer for damage. If you
find any damaged or missing parts, contact the place of
purchase.
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly
more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications.
All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
must be followed closely. Mishandling of Li-Po
batteries can result in fire. Always follow the
manufacturer's instructions when disposing of
Lithium Polymer batteries.
Using the Manual
This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly
easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each
major section.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Warning
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause serious
bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open
areas, preferably at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
approved flying sites, following all instructions included with
your radio.
Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller
away from the prop, included loose clothing, or other objects
such as pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your hands
away from the propeller.
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Horizon Hobby, Inc. guarantees this kit to be free from
defects in both material and workmanship at the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover any component
parts damage by use or modification. In no case shall
Horizon Hobby’s liability exceed the original cost of the
purchased kit. Further, Horizon Hobby reserves the right to
change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Horizon Hobby has no control over the final assembly
or material used for the final assembly, no liability shall be
assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the
use of the final assembled product. By the act of using the
assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
Please note that once assembly of the model has been
started, you must contact Horizon Hobby, Inc. directly
regarding any warranty question. Please do not contact your
local hobby shop regarding warranty issues, even if that is
where you purchased it. This will enable Horizon to better
answer your questions and service you in the event that you
may need any assistance.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
Horizon Hobby, Inc.
4105 Fieldstone Road
Champaign, Illinois 61822
877-504-0233
horizonhobby.com
Warranty Information
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Wing Preparation
Required Parts
• Wing • Servo (2)
• Y-Harness • Aileron pushrod (2)
• Landing gear screws (4)
• 18mm x 20mm two-sided tape (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Drill • Drill bit: .050"
• Hobby knife
• Low-temperature hot glue
• Phillips screwdriver (small)
 1. Use the radio system to electronically center the
aileron servos. Attach a control horn to each of
the servos.
 2. Apply the 18mm x 20mm two-sided tape to
the servos. Test fit the servos into the wing. The
servo arm faces to the leading edge. After fitting,
remove the backing from the tape to secure the
servos into the wing.
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 3. Attach the Y-Harness to both servos. Route the
single lead of the Y-Harness through the hole in
the center of the wing.
Hint: Use tape to secure the servo leads to the
Y-Harness so they won’t accidentally unplug.
Note: If using a radio with the appropriate
mixing capability, two 12" servo extensions
can be used instead of the Y-Harness for the
aileron servos.
Note: The landing gear is optional and can be
left off when flying from rough surfaces or tall
grass that could damage the gear. Skip to
Step 6 if the landing gear will not be installed.
 4. Attach the main landing gear using four landing
gear mounting screws (2mm x 6mm).
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 6. Test fit the wing covers. Trim around the landing
gear and servo arm as necessary. Remove the
backing from the two-sided tape on the covers.
Carefully place the wing covers into position,
pressing them against the wing to secure them.
Hint: Use clear tape to keep the servo lead and
extension in the channel in the wing.
 5. Attach the tail wheel using two landing gear
mounting screws (2mm x 6mm).
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 7. Attach the “Z” bend of the pushrod to the
aileron servo arm. Use a hobby knife or .050"
drill bit to ream out the servo arm if necessary
to fit the pushrod.
 8. Turn the radio system on and plug the
Y-Harness lead into the receiver. Snap the clevis
onto the control horn. Thread the clevis either
in or out so the aileron is centered when the
servo is centered.
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Wing Installation
Required Parts
• Wing • Fuselage
• Belly pan
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Phillips screwdriver
 1. Place the wing onto the fuselage. Make sure to
pass the Y-Harness lead through the opening in
the fuselage.
 2. Place the belly pan onto the wing and fuselage.
The mounting plate at the rear of the belly pan
keys into the fuselage mounting plate. Use the
screw at the front to secure the belly pan and
wing to the fuselage.
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Stabilizer Installation
Required Parts
• Fuselage assembly
• Stabilizer w/elevators and hinges
Required tools and Adhesives
• Sandpaper • Hobby knife
• Foam-safe CA
 1. Carefully remove any flashing from the opening
in the fuselage for the stabilizer.
 2. Remove the elevators and joiner wire with
bushings from the stabilizer. Slide the stabilizer
into the fuselage.
Note: You may need to sand the fuselage
opening slightly for proper fit of the stabilizer.
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 4. Check the distance between each stabilizer
tip and each wing tip. Move the stabilizer as
necessary for alignment, making both distances
equal. Also make sure the stabilizer is centered
with equal amounts of the stabilizer on each
side of the fuselage. Once you have confirmed
proper alignment, use a felt tip marker to mark
the stabilizer where it lines up with the fuse. It is
best to mark the bottom of the stabilizer only as
you will not be able to remove marker without
causing damage to the paint finish.
A A
A=A
 3. Check the alignment of the stabilizer to the wing.
When viewed from the rear it must be level to
the wing. Sanding the opening in the fuse can
correct any misalignments.
A A
A=A
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 5. Remove the stabilizer and cut a notch in the
rudder to allow for the elevator joiner wire.
 6. Place the joiner wire into the notch cut in the last
step. Slide the stabilizer back into position. Check
the alignment of the stabilizer, and then use foam
safe CA to glue the stabilizer to the fuselage.
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 7. Glue the joiner wire and hinges using
foam-safe CA.
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Optional Rudder
Note: Your P-47D Thunderbolt has an option to
make the rudder functional. This section covers
the required steps for this option. You can
skip this section if you do not want to use the
optional rudder.
Required Parts
• Hinge (3) • Control horn
• Fuselage assembly • Control horn screw (2)
• Control horn backplate
Required tools and Adhesives
• Sandpaper • Hobby knife
• Straight edge • Foam-safe CA
• Felt-tipped pen
 1. Use a sharp hobby knife to carefully cut the
rudder from the fuselage. Use sandpaper to clean
up the cut on the fuselage.
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 2. Use a straight edge to draw a centerline on the
front edge of the rudder.
 3. Sand a bevel on the rudder back from the
centerline as shown.
 4. Cut slots for the three rudder hinges. The slots
are near the top, near the bottom, and in the
center. Use foam safe CA to install the hinges
into the rudder.
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