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General| Brand | Top Flite |
|---|---|
| Model | P-47D Thunderbolt |
| Category | Toy |
| Power System | Electric or Glow |
| Radio | 4+ channels |
| Skill Level | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Construction | Balsa/Plywood |
| Required Equipment | Radio system, engine/motor, battery, fuel (if glow engine), and accessories |
General safety guidelines and warnings for building and operating the model.
Key decisions required before starting assembly, such as engine selection.
Advice for builders aiming for scale competition, including modifications.
List of additional items needed to complete the model kit.
Recommended adhesives and tools for model construction.
Tools and accessories needed for covering the model aircraft.
Conversion chart for imperial to metric measurements.
Key notes and advice for the building process, including screw types and glue usage.
Glossary of common abbreviations used in the manual.
Illustrations and identification of wood types used in the kit.
Specifies the required radio system, servos, and receiver battery capacity.
Information on building either the razorback or bubble canopy version.
Instructions for preparing and building the tail surfaces.
Step-by-step guide to building the horizontal stabilizer and elevator components.
Method for accurately marking centerlines for proper hinge placement.
Notes on formers and initial fuselage assembly steps.
Instructions for constructing the top section of the fuselage.
Instructions for assembling the fuselage top, including stringers and formers.
Instructions for sheeting the top of the fuselage, with options for canopy type.
Initial steps for connecting control horns, pushrods, and servos.
Steps for finishing the cockpit area and attaching the canopy.
Initial steps for building the wing, including spars and rib preparation.
Instructions for creating the balsa skins for the wing panels.
Step-by-step guide for attaching the assembled wing to the fuselage.
Step-by-step guide for constructing and attaching the belly pan.
Steps before painting, including fuelproofing and surface preparation.
Procedure for ensuring the model is balanced side-to-side for stable flight.
Instructions for covering the fuselage, including applying invasion stripes.
Guidance on applying decals for the trim scheme.
Instructions for adding scale panel lines using pens or MonoKote.
Steps for completing final assembly of the model.
Detailed instructions on how to balance the model for correct Center of Gravity (CG).
Importance of labeling the model with owner information.
Procedures for charging transmitter and receiver batteries.
Importance and method for balancing propellers to prevent vibration.
Steps for checking the engine and model after break-in.
Procedure for testing radio system range and control response.
Recommendations for servos, batteries, control linkages, and hinges.
Warning about control surface flutter and its causes and remedies.
