MexAir RC E-Banshee User manual

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50 " Wingspan
332 Square Inch Main Wing
3-Channel Electric Sport, Free Flight, or SAM "Legal" Construction
The E-BANSHEE
Based on Leon Shulman's Famous 1941 Banshee
Cover Photo - Courtesy of the Shulman Family
http://shulmanaviation.com/

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Introduction
This manual is intended to supplement details provided on the E-Banshee plan sheet. A
seasoned model builder may be able to construct the E-Banshee using only the plans and
previous experiences in model construction. In providing this supplement, we have assumed
that the builder is a novice with little or no prior building experience. We include suggested
construction steps, detailed pictures, and other information that may be useful to the beginner
and seasoned modeler alike. The details of accessory assemblies, recommended electronics,
and hardware and construction materials are described throughout this manual.
In addition to the kit version described herein, a “short kit” is also available. The "short kit"
includes the necessary laser cut pieces and machined small parts (user supplies standard balsa
strips and hardware available from any good R/C hobby shop). Consult the Appendices for
supplemental information and variations.
The E-Banshee kit may be built as a fully radio controlled (R/C) electric powered sport model. In
addition, it can also be constructed as a Free-Flight (FF) model, and may be modified as a SAM (Society
of Antique Modelers) "legal" model for SAM competition. Each variation is shown on the plans and is
further described herein.
Recommended Motors:
In keeping with modern construction techniques, the model has been designed to accept any variety of
rear-mount brushless motors. The motor may be mounted with a typical aluminum mount (supplied
with many motors), or directly from the motor housing rear through the plywood firewall. Motor
selection is left to the builder based on individual preferences and availability.
Servos:
Two mini/micro servos are used for rudder and elevator control. High torque is not required as the
control surfaces are not oversized. A good recommended torque would be 18 to 22 oz-in. A short servo
arm is necessary (usually supplied with servo). A removable electronics platform assembly is supplied
with the kit. We recommend the use of the platform assembly although there are many other ways that
the servos may be placed and mounted. Use of the assembly also provides additional support for the
motor mount / firewall. The servo mount will fit most mini/micro servos.
Battery Compartment:
A large battery compartment is integral to the design. Since the E-Banshee center of gravity (CG) is
approximately 1/2 way back from the wing leading edge, and that the fuselage has a long "moment
arm", it will be necessary to place the battery as far forward as possible and into the nose section. If
necessary, the builder should modify the "as supplied" parts to provide sufficient air cooling to the
battery compartment volume. Cooling flow holes may be placed in the nose block and/or battery
compartment sides, with air exit holes placed in the battery compartment hatch cover. There is more
than sufficient room in the battery compartment to also place the receiver and motor speed control.

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Kit Contents
The following table can be used as a reference in identifying each part. The plans identify parts using
the same designations as in this table. If not identified with "Sheet #" or as "Loose" - the listed parts are
supplied in stick bundles. Laser cut sheet panels are designated with a "P#" in the table.
Banshee
Parts List
Part
Size
Plan #
Req/Plane
Sheet #
BODY
Crutch
F-1A / F1B
1
P1
Pylon
F-2
1
P4
Pylon Rear
F-3
1
P4
Lower Body
F-4 / F-4 Rear
1
P1 / P3
Side Panel
F-5
2
P5
Former
F-6
1
P5
Former
F-7
2
P5
Former
F-8
1
P4
Former
F-9
1
P4
Former
F-10
2
P4 / P5
Former
F-11
2
P3
Former
F-12
2
P5
Former
F-13
2
P4 / P5
Former
F-14
1
P5
Former
F-15
2
P4 / P5
Floor Mtr
Compartment
F-16
1
Loose
Mtr Mount
F-17
1
Loose
LG Block
F-18
1
Loose
Hatch Cover Stop
F-19
1
Loose
Pylon Angle Block
Triangle Stock
F-20
4
Loose
Bottom Stringer
1/8X1/4X8-1/2
2
Dowel
3/16X2-5/16
2
Loose
Nose Blocks
F-21
8
P2
Hatch Cover
1/16X1-7/16 X5-1/16 Ply
HC
1
Loose
Body Wing Saddle
WM
2
P1
Wire, LG
3/32"
1
Loose
Tube, Brass
3/32"ID, 1/8"OD
1
Loose
F-9 Lining
1/8X1/8X8"
Hardwood Strip
1

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ELEV &
RUDDER
Sub-Rudder
E-1
2
Loose
Elev Tip
E-2
2
Loose
Elev Rear Center
E-3
1
Loose
Fin
R-1
1
P1
Fin
R-2
1
P5
RIBS &
WINGS
W-1
W-1
2
P3
W-1A
W-1A
2
P6
W-2
W-2
2
P6
W-3
W-3
2
P6
W-4
W-4
2
P6
W-5
W-5
2
P6
W-6
W-6
2
P6
W-7
W-7
2
P6
W-8
W-8
2
P6
W-9
W-9
2
P6
W-10
W-10
2
P6
W-11
W-11
2
P6
W-12
W-12
2
P6
LE Inner
1/4X1/4X14
W-13
2
LE Outer
1/4X1/4X11
W-14
2
Trailing Edge Inner
3/16X3/4X14-1/2
W-15
2
Trailing Edge Outer
3/16X3/4X12
W-16
2
Spar- Inner
1/8X1/4X14
W-17
4
Spar- Outer
1/8X1/4X10-1/16
W-18
4
Wing Tip
W-19
2
P2
Wing Tip Angle
Brace
W-20
2
P2
Wing Plate
WM-1
2
P3
Center Wing Sheet
1/16X1-1/8X9
Pkg of 3
Pcs = 9"
Loose
Spar Webbing
1/16X3/4X2
24
P6
Gusset Material
Made From Scrap
Polyhedral Inner
Brace
W-21
1
Loose
Polyhedral Outer
Brace
W-22
2
Loose
ELEVATOR
Trailing Edge
3/16X1/2X9
2
Main Spar
1/4X3/8X22
1
Elev Spar & Side
1/4X3/8X12
2

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Piece
LE
1/4X1/4X12
2
LE
1/4X1/4X5 ("Filler")
1
Center Section
3/8X1/2X3-1/8
1
Loose
Ribs
1/16X3/8X24
24+ Inch
Random Length
Ribs
1/8X3/8X20
20+ Inch
Random Length
RUDDER
Strip
1/8X3/8X6
1
P1
Strips
1/8X1/4X12
1
Servo Tray
EM Assembly
1
EM Precut
Ply
Hardware
See Note Below *
Many parts will be supplied in their laser cut sheets designated by a P#. All others will be "precut loose"
in suitable packaging or supplied as bundled "sticks".
* Supplied hardware may vary slightly from that pictured. Not all hardware will be used, depending on
building preferences.
The following "screen shots" are representative of the various sheet-supplied
panels
P1
P2
P3