Should work fine with the proper single-conversion crystal. The only problems I've heard about between Futaba radios and single conversion receivers is with the much newer 9Z series using the synthesized transmitter module.

When you get the crystal, hook up the receiver and servos using the usual receiver battery, without the esc connected. Then if you have problems with the esc connected, you will know its not a problem with the other components. You may have to reverse the throttle on the transmitter also - depents on the esc. Don't remember if you mentioned the transmitter model, but there should be a servo reverse switch on the transmitter, or a program setting if its a computer radio. If you have to reverse it, please remember to disconnect the esc battery before doing this, or you will instantly go from off to full power on the motor (speaking from experience there).

Good luck, and have fun with the new plane.