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Adjusting the Engine
Step 1
Completely read the instructions included with your
engine and follow the recommended break-in procedure.
Step 2
At the field, adjust the engine to a slightly rich setting at
full throttle and adjust the idle and low-speed needle so
that a consistent idle is achieved.
Step 3
Before you fly, be sure that your engine idles reliably,
transitions and runs at all throttle settings. Only
when this is achieved should any plane be considered
ready for flight.
Recommended CG
An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is
properly balancing the model. This is especially important
when various engines are mounted.
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!
The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for
the P-47 is 6
1
/
" behind the leading edge of the wing
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against the fuselage. Make sure the gear is retracted when
checking the CG, as the CG will change depending on
the gear position. If necessary, move the battery pack or
add weight to either the nose or the tail until the correct
balance is achieved. Stick-on weights are available at your
local hobby shop and work well for this purpose.
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