E-flite P-38/F-5E Lightning 400 ARF - Manual (Page 22)

E-flite P-38/F-5E Lightning Assembly Manual
  8. Snap the spinner cone onto the spinner backplate.
 9. Repeat Steps 1 through 8 to install the remaining
motor. When checking the second motor in Step 5
(without the propeller installed), the motors will rotate
opposite directions as shown in the photo.
Brushed Motor Installation
Required Parts
• Fuselage/center section assembly
• Gearbox assembly (2) • 14 or 16GA silicone wire
• Brushed motor (2) • 1.5mm x 12mm screw (2)
• Electronic speed control • Double-sided tape
• Propeller (standard and reverse rotation)
• Spinner assembly (standard and reverse rotation)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Phillips screwdriver • Double-sided tape
• Soldering iron • Solder
Note: The P-38/F-5E Lightning includes standard and
reverse rotation propellers and spinners. This allows the
use of counter-rotating propellers, just like the full-scale
P-38/F-5E used, for improved handling and tracking
during acceleration for takeoffs and flight. Make sure to
note the direction of the propellers and spinners when it
comes time to install them on the aircraft.
  1. Cut two 16 in (406mm) length pieces of either
14- or 16-gauge wire to replace the leads pre-installed
on the motor. Use a soldering iron to change out the
motor leads.