E-flite F-16 400 DF ARF - Manual (Page 24)

24 E-flite F-16 ARF Assembly Manual
 5. Use a small piece of hook and loop tape to
mount the receiver in the front of the fuselage as
shown. The receiver should be as close to the nose
gear steering block as possible. Use a hobby knife
to cut a small notch for the antenna to rest in.
 6. Use a small piece of hook and loop tape to
mount the remote receiver in the front of the
fuselage as shown. You will need to use a pin drill
and 1/8-inch (3mm) drill bit to drill a hole for the
antenna as shown.
Vertical and Ventral Fin Installation
Required Parts
Vertical fin Assembled airframe
Ventral fin (right and left)
Required Tools and Adhesives
6-minute epoxy Mixing cup
Mixing stick Epoxy brush
Paper towel Rubbing alcohol
Sandpaper Hobby knife w/#11 blade
 1. Use a hobby knife w/#11 blade to trim the
decal from the opening on the bottom of the
fuselage for the ventral fin. Prepare the slots for
both the left and right ventral fins at this time.
 2. Test fit the ventral fin in the slot on the bottom of
the fuselage. The taller portion of the fin will face
to the front of the fuselage and the decal will face
to the wing tip. Once satisfied with the fit remove
the fin from the fuselage. Mix a small amount of
6-minute epoxy. Apply the epoxy in the slot and
insert the ventral fin in the slot. Allow the epoxy to
fully cure before proceeding to the fin installation.
 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to install the remaining
ventral fin on the bottom of the fuselage.