RE: Mods for H9 PTS Mustang
H9 P-51 PTS AFC-002
FUEL PROOFING OF ENGINE ATTACH BULKHEAD
PURPOSE: To correct a deficiency in manufacture.
SUPPLIES: 30 minute epoxy
Naptha
Threadlocker
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Remove prop spinner, propellor, and base plate.
2) Remove muffler.
3) Remove exhaust pipes forward mounting screws.
4) Remove cowling.
5) Disconnect fuel hose, and remove engine; carefully note location where engine attaches to moount.
6) Mark firewall where engine mount attaches, and remove mount.
7) Mix 30 minute epoxy with 1 part naptha at 1:1 ratio. Aplly to firewall with acid brush, fully covering firewall. Use 2 coats for best protection. Set aside until dry to touch.
8) Reinstall engine mount, using threadlocker on screws.
9) Reinstall engine on mount, taking care to mount in same position as previuosly installed.
10) Install fuel hose.
11) Install cowling, exhaust pipes, and muffler.
12) Install Prop spinner base plate, prop and spinner.
13) Return to service after verifying proper thrust alignment.
Thanks to rccrippen!