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Old 03-05-2017, 01:08 PM
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I just ordered a Jetmunts 140, and I'm trying to find some info on so I can order stuff I need. Questions I have is what accessories comes in the box and what size is the fuel line going into the engine?
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Fuel line is 4mm. New engines now have several options available so what's in the box varies according to what you've ordered.
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Is it a new engine or older,,I have a 160 and am familiar with the engines.
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It's a brand new 140 witht he color screen and telemetry adaptor. I was more curious if it came with a fuel shut off valve and fuel tubing but since you say it's 4mm I have one already.
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With the new Merlins , all valves are contained in the turbine it self , engine will come with all that is needed , if need be the patch lead from ECU to turbine can be lengthened to suit application
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Congratulations on your new M140XBL... you will like the engine. I have several ..

Usually prior to shipping Sonia will contact you to confirm shipping address and your order. If this is your first JM turbine you will need a system analyzer... as you said the new ones have a very nice color screen. You can eliminate that on your future turbine orders.

I usually don't get the battery (2 cell LiPo 2100)... I use my own and based on CG, the size of my batteries varies.

I would strongly suggest a FOD screen... it's a good insurance ..

The rest in the box is standard... brushless pump, fuel filter, ECU, wiring harnes (ECU to turbine and Battery to ECU), fuel tubing (4mm and 6mm). Tank /UAT to fuel pump is 6mm, and pump to turbine is 4mm and of course the M140XBL, and manual and stickers.

I dont use a fuel fuel shut off valve and its not included.

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I seem to remember they supply a Festo fuel filter. I don't use these as I have seen them crack and leak. Everything else in the box is top quality.
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Originally Posted by siclick33
I seem to remember they supply a Festo fuel filter. I don't use these as I have seen them crack and leak. Everything else in the box is top quality.

As long as you use the festo filter before the pump they work perfect. The manual recommends prior pump installation.

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We'll have to agree to disagree.
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Originally Posted by siclick33
We'll have to agree to disagree.

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I ordered the custom cause I pay way less for Lipo's and I'm probably going to put a 2s5000 depending on balance in my ultraflash. I also ordered the fod screen and telemetry adaptor. I placed the online order last Wednesday as Gaspar had said it would take 2 weeks but somebody cancelled their order for their turbine and it was testing last Thursday paid on Friday and shipped this mourning. Just awesome service so far. should be a great pairing for my UF

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