Section 8: Installing The Propeller - Hangar 9 P-51 Mustang ARF Assembly Manual

Section 8: Installing the Propeller

Required Items
• Fuselage
• Spinner
• #4 x 5/8" sheet metal socket head screw (3)
• Exhaust stack, right and left
• #2 x 5/16" wood screw (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Adjustable wrench
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Step 1
Make sure the propeller nut and washer have been
removed from the engine.
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Step 2
Slide the spinner backplate onto the engine shaft, and then
slide the propeller into position.
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• Propeller
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Step 3
Slide the washer and thread the nut onto the engine shaft.
Rotate the propeller clockwise so it is resting against the
lugs of the spinner backplate. Use an adjustable wrench to
tighten the propeller nut. Do not use pliers, as the nut will
not be tight enough, and could come loose.
Note: It is suggested to read the engine
instructions included with your P-51 Mustang
ARF at this time to learn more on the care and
operation of your Evolution
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Step 4
Locate the three #4 x 5/8" sheet metal socket head screws.
Position the spinner cone onto the spinner backplate,
making sure it keys into the backplate. Use the screws and
a 2.5mm or 3/32" hex wrench to secure the spinner cone
to the backplate.
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