FlexJet Pro/TurbineConversionAssembly - Revision history

FlexTeam at 23:19, 31 January 2021

2021-01-31T23:19:26Z

FlexTeam: /* Fuel Tanks */

2020-12-30T21:46:36Z

‎Fuel Tanks

FlexTeam: /* Mount the Turbine */

2020-12-30T21:40:57Z

‎Mount the Turbine

FlexTeam: /* Mount the Turbine */

2020-12-30T21:40:13Z

‎Mount the Turbine

FlexTeam: /* Mount the Turbine */

2020-12-30T21:39:44Z

‎Mount the Turbine

FlexTeam: /* Equipment Tray */

2020-09-05T01:32:55Z

‎Equipment Tray

FlexTeam: /* Equipment Tray */

2020-09-05T01:31:49Z

‎Equipment Tray

FlexTeam: /* Fuel Tanks */

2020-09-05T01:29:36Z

‎Fuel Tanks

FlexTeam: /* Fuel Tanks */

2020-09-05T01:28:25Z

‎Fuel Tanks

WikiSys at 17:43, 29 July 2020

2020-07-29T17:43:04Z

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 == Fuel Tanks ==
-*Generally, you will follow the instructions from the fuel tank manufacturer. The following supplemental information is provided for reliable turbine operations. This shows techniques used on the '''SS-6 Collector Tank'''.
+*Generally, you will follow the instructions from the fuel tank manufacturer. The following supplemental information is provided for reliable turbine operations. This shows techniques used on the '''SS-6 Collector Tank (S738)'''.
-**Make sure you use stoppers, lines, and hardware intended for gas/petrol/kerosene/diesel. [https://shopbvmjets.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=52&zenid=u783isjpfjsgfnp2ma0h8f1ck1 '''BVM has a very good fuel line for use on Turbine Clunks''']. 1/8" Large Tygon fuel line can also be used.
+**Make sure you use stoppers (like Sullivan S449), lines, and hardware intended for gas/petrol/kerosene/diesel. [https://shopbvmjets.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=52&zenid=u783isjpfjsgfnp2ma0h8f1ck1 '''BVM has a very good fuel line for use on Turbine Clunks''']. 1/8" Large Tygon fuel line can also be used.
 **Barbs and Safety Wires make connections secure and leak free. Air leaks in the system are a major cause of flameouts and loss of models! Take your time and build a reliable fuel system!
 **Note the barbs on tubing are made from an over-size tube and soldered on.

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 *Using the '''35oz Flex Innovations Composite Tank'''
-**Under Construction
+**Photo taken before safety wired added
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 FJPT_35oz_Comp_Tank.jpg|Composite Main Tank Installation (prototype tank shown)

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 ***The exact fore/aft distance of the mounts is set with the 75mm long '''Plywood Strips''' included which go forward to the main landing gear mounts as shown. These can be glued in at a convenient time with CA or Epoxy. (Make sure they are far enough into fuselage so they do not interfere with Door Actuation).
 ***Use a 15-30 minute or greater epoxy. You can use a thixotropic epoxy such as Hysol 9462, or thicken conventional epoxy slightly with milled glass fiber. A long popsicle stick or balsa stick can be used to apply and spread the glue.
-** Once the glue is well cured, remove the Jig Plate and test fit the Turbine. NOTE: Fitting is easier and small alignment adjustments can be made if the holes in the turbine mounting lug tabs are drilled slightly oversize.
+** Once the glue is well cured, remove the Jig Plate and test fit the Turbine.
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 FJPT Fore Aft Plywood Strips.jpg|Fore/Aft Mount Locating Strip

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 *Once the parts are fitted, '''glue''' the Mounting Rails to the Sub-Formers as shown using CA.
 **Install the mounts into the fuselage again and '''glue''' the sub-formers to the fuselage with Epoxy.
-***The exact fore/aft distance of the mounts is set with the 75??mm long '''Plywood Strips''' included which go forward to the main landing gear mounts as shown. These can be glued in at a convenient time with CA or Epoxy. (Make sure they are far enough into fuselage so they do not interfere with Door Actuation).
+***The exact fore/aft distance of the mounts is set with the 75mm long '''Plywood Strips''' included which go forward to the main landing gear mounts as shown. These can be glued in at a convenient time with CA or Epoxy. (Make sure they are far enough into fuselage so they do not interfere with Door Actuation).
 ***Use a 15-30 minute or greater epoxy. You can use a thixotropic epoxy such as Hysol 9462, or thicken conventional epoxy slightly with milled glass fiber. A long popsicle stick or balsa stick can be used to apply and spread the glue.
 ** Once the glue is well cured, remove the Jig Plate and test fit the Turbine. NOTE: Fitting is easier and small alignment adjustments can be made if the holes in the turbine mounting lug tabs are drilled slightly oversize.

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 *Once the parts are fitted, '''glue''' the Mounting Rails to the Sub-Formers as shown using CA.
 **Install the mounts into the fuselage again and '''glue''' the sub-formers to the fuselage with Epoxy.
 ***The exact fore/aft distance of the mounts is set with the 75??mm long '''Plywood Strips''' included which go forward to the main landing gear mounts as shown. These can be glued in at a convenient time with CA or Epoxy. (Make sure they are far enough into fuselage so they do not interfere with Door Actuation).
 ** Once the glue is well cured, remove the Jig Plate and test fit the Turbine. NOTE: Fitting is easier and small alignment adjustments can be made if the holes in the turbine mounting lug tabs are drilled slightly oversize.
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 **The '''Aura Remote Sensor''' is mounted on the right toward the front of the tray.
 **The '''Receiver''' can be mounted in the middle of the right side of the tray. We mounted the '''Retract Sequencer''' to the side wall nearby (it could also be mounted inside the Lerx/Chine. The '''Brake Controller''' can also be mounted in the Lerx/Chine
-**Arrange servo wires to go out into the chines so they are not chafed by the fuel tanks. They can be organized and held in place with a combination of hood and loop cable ties and sticky back hook and loop.
+**Arrange servo wires to go out into the chines so they are not chafed by the fuel tanks. They can be organized and held in place with a combination of hook and loop cable ties and sticky back hook and loop.
 **The '''Turbine ECU''' is mounted at the rear left. This allows us to use the K45G3 wiring harness with no major modification (We installed an EC3 battery connector). If you have a larger ECU, you could build a mount to install it more on its side edge.
 **The '''2oz UAT''' (air trap) is mounted in the hole in the middle left side of the tray and secured with a hook and loop strap. The front of the UAT sits a bit up, and the rear a bit low.

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 == Equipment Tray ==
-*Assemble the components forward equipment tray. Our recommendations are as follows. The majority of this work can be accomplished more easily with the Tray NOT mounted in the model.
+*Assemble the components to the forward equipment tray. Our recommendations follow. The majority of this work can be accomplished more easily with the Tray NOT mounted in the model.
 **The '''Aura Professional''' is mounted at the right rear part of the tray. Mounting holes are marked.
 **The '''Aura Remote Sensor''' is mounted on the right toward the front of the tray.

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-*It is easiest do to the final tank installation and plumbing after the engine and forward equipment tray are installed.
+*It is easiest do to the final tank installation and final plumbing and safety wiring after the engine and forward equipment tray are installed.
 '''Typical Flow to Turbine:'''<br />

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 *[https://www.flexinnovations.com/product/fjpro90-turbine-conversion-parts/ '''Plywood Conversion Parts kit can be purchased here.''']
 *Dry assemble and test fit the '''Mounts'''.
-**Fit the parts together as shown and check the fit in the model adjust the parts as needed for a close but relaxed fit.
+**Fit the parts together as shown and check the fit in the model. Adjust the parts as needed for a close but relaxed fit.
 ***The Turbine/Plate may be mounted with screws of the modelers choosing. We used 4-40 SHCS's with Washers and Blind Nuts. Others may choose Sheet Metal Screws (#3 or #4). Screws are easily accessed through the Main Landing Gear Doors. Screws that accept a ball end hex driver are greatly preferred.
 ***Doublers are provided to thicken the '''Mounting Rails''' in the screw area.