Thunder Tiger 1-7 SEPT User Manual
BALANCE
Control Throws
Set the control throws as followings for a starting point. After you
familiar with its flying characteristics then these control throw can
be tailored to fit your flying style.
Rudder-Low Rate
Rudder-High Rate
Aileron-Low Rate
Aileron-High Rate
Elevator-Low Rate
Elevator-High Rate
Flap
1"
1"
1 3/4"
1 3/4"
1/ 2"
1/ 2"
3/4"
3/4"
1/2"
1/2"
3/4"
3/4"
3"
Center of Gravity
IMPORTANT - Do not attempt to fly your model before
completing this very important section. A model that is not
properly balanced will be unstable and could cause serious
damage and/or injury. Adjust the battery location or add
weight as needed to achieve level balance.
Measure the C.G. while plane is dry. The balance point is
about 3 3/4"(95mm) behind the leading edge where there
is a panel line on fuselage.
Locate A Good Flying Site
Generally, the best place to fly your model is at an AMA
(Academy of Model Aeronautics) chartered club field. Your
local hobby dealer can tell you if there is such a club in your
area or write the AMA for information. It is also a good idea
to join this organization before flying your model since they
offer liability insurance that can protect you if your model
causes damage or injury to others.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial DR
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
www.modelaircraft.org
If there is not a chartered club field in your community,
you will need to find a large area free of obstructions, and
has a smooth grass or asphalt surface to be used as a
runway. For safetysake, it should be located well away from
houses, buildings, schools, power lines and airports. If you
will be flying within 6 miles of an airport, you should check
with the airport manager before flying your model.
A Note On Batteries
The batteries are the heart of your radio system. Make sure
you have fully charged batteries! With recharge-able
batteries, follow the manufacturers instructions to make
sure the batteries are fully charged, especial the first time
the radio is used. We would recommend you use larger
capacity (1000mAh) if you use high performance servos as
they will draw more current than ordinary servos.
1000mAH
Congratulations
Now that you have completed the assembly of your Sept.
Fury we feel that you have a very capable and good
looking sports scale plane. We hope that you will enjoy
this model and get many hours of flying pleasure from its
use. Thank you for purchasing this Sept. Fury from
Thunder Tiger and we look forward to providing you with
other great R/C products in the future.
Assembly Manual
No. 4573
Specifications:
Wing Span: 673/4" (1720mm)
Length: 60" ( 1525mm)
Weight: 5500g ( 12 lbs.)
Engine: .90 2C, 1.20 4C req'd
Radio: 5~8ch 6~8 servos req'd
This kit is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the date of purchase.
It does not cover any damage caused by use or modification. The warranty does not extend beyond
the product itself and is limited only to the original cost of the kit. By the act of building this userassembled kit, the user accepts all resulting in liability for damage caused by the final product. If the
buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, it can be returned new and unused to the place of
purchase for a refund. Neither your dealer nor Thunder Tiger Distributors, can accept kits for return if
construction has begun.
Notice: Adult Super Vision Required
This is not a toy. Assembly and flying of this product requires adult super vision.
Read through this book completely and become familiar with the assembly and flight of this airplane.
Inspect all parts for completeness and damage. fIyou encounter any prob lems, call us for help.
Unlimited Pylon Racer
Warranty
3 3/4"
(95mm)
JE6788 V2
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INTRODUCTION
RECOMMENDED TOOLS & MATERIALS
Congratulations on the purchase of one of our finest ARFs to date. The ever-popular Sept.Fury piloted by Michael Brown
qualified in the Unlimited Class at 468.266 mph of the 2002 National Championships Air Race & Air Show, which was held
in Reno Stead Field. For more information please browse www.septemberpops.com for more information.
Thunder Tiger has teamed up with the Michael Brown Racing team to bring this legendary airplane to your hands; Thunder
Tiger is proudly to present the only officially licensed 1/7th replica of the "Sept.Fury" to all the R/C hobbyist alike worldwide!
It's a replica that has stayed true to the "Sept.Fury" in its purest form, pre-painted fiberglass fuselage and cowl, scale details
like panel line and retract well with gear door, etc. With it, you can now experience the thrill of piloting one of the best racing
planes in the history! Fly it low, fly it fast to experience the ultimate thrill and pylon racing excitement of the "Sept.Fury".
PRE-ASSEMBLY NOTES
The Sept. Fury is designed for advanced pilots and it requires advanced assembling and flying skill. Before you
begin, check the entire contents of your kit against the parts drawing and photos to make sure that no parts are missing
or damaged. This will also help you to become familiar with each component of your plane. If you find that any of the parts
are either missing or damaged, please contact Thunder Tiger Distributors for Customer Service.
Before beginning the assembly read the instructions thoroughly to give an understanding of the sequence of steps and a
general awareness of the recommended assembly procedures.
Trial fit each part before gluing it in place. Make sure you are using the correct part and that it fits well before assembling.
No amount of glue can make up for a poor-fitting part. Always apply Loctite ( not furnished) to all screws and nuts to
prevent them from loosening .
RECOMMENDED TOOLS & MATERIALS
Adhesives:
Instant setting Cyanoacrylate adhesive (thin CA)
Slow setting Cyanoacrylate adhesive (thick CA)
5-10 Minute Epoxy (fast)
20-30 Minute Epoxy (slow)
Tools:
Model knife, T-Pins, MASK tape
Small screwdrivers, medium screwdrivers
Scissors
Steel straight edge
Long nose pliers and diagonal cutting pliers
Drill and drill bits (1/16", 3/32", 3.4mm)
M4x0.7 Tap
Sanding block
Fine felt tip pen and soft lead pencil
Straight building board
R/C System:
6 Channel radio with 7 servos plus one retract servo
Five 12" extension wires.
one Y cords
Tools - Model assembly can be much easier if the proper
tools are used. Therefore, we have included in our
checklist to the left, a complete listing of all the tools we
used to assemble our prototype models. As you will
notice, many household tools can be utilized during
construction.
Engine-The Thunder Tiger
PRO-91is the ideal engines
for this airplane. This quietrunning engine is easy to
start, requires no special
break-in periods, easy to
maintain and will last for
years.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................2
Recommended Tools & Materials ...............3
Parts Drawings........................................ 4-5
Parts Check List.........................................6
Wing................. ...................................7-10
Landing Gear......................................11-12
Rudder .......................................................17
Tail Gear ....................................................18
Engine........................................................19
Fuel Tank....................................................20
Radio..........................................................21
Cowling......................................................22
Engine:
2 cycle:91~1.08
4 cycle:1.2~1.5
Propeller:
Appropriate for engine type and preferred
performance
Adhesives - You will need two types of adhesives for the
Sept.Fury - Epoxy and Instant (cyanoacrylate) adhesives.
We recommend that you purchase both 5-minute and 30minute epoxy to cut down on assembly time, but you can
get by with only 30-minute epoxy if time is not important.
You will also need a small bottle of both "Thick" and "Thin"
instant CA adhesive.
Muffler (P/N TTR9791)
Most Pitts style mufflers
will fit this Sept. Fury .
However, we recommend
the use of Thunder Tiger
custom - made Sept. Fury
muffler with two exhaust
pipes that divert the smoke
in to the two concavities of
the fuselage to obtain a
more scale- like apperance.
This muffler fits TT and OS.
60~.90engines.
ITEMS YOU MAY NEED
Fuselage..................................................13
Tail......................................................14-16
Decal .........................................................23
Balance......................................................24
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TTR11 15 - Precision Fueler Valve
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PARTS DRAWINGS PARTS DRAWINGS
AS6429 Fuselage
Coveling 200X80mm
VT Lower Trailing Edge (1)
AS6428 Plywood Parts
Plywood Parts (A)
AS6430 Main Wing
Fuselage(1)
VT Upper Trailing Edge (1)
Fiberglass Cloth (1)
Doubler(28)
Plywood Parts (B)
CA Hinge (3)
Rubber Band (2)
Rudder (1)
2x8mm Washer Wood Screw (24)
Plywood Parts ( C)
FRP Cockpit (1)
FRP Tail Cover (1)
FRP Tube(1)
2.3X12mm Washer Wood Screw (4)
No. 3299 Wheel
Wheel (2)
AS6435 Pushrods
Throttle Pushrod (1)
Flap Pushrod (2)
Clevis(4)
PE0009 EZ Connector
AS6432 Canopy
Canopy (1)
2x5mm Wood Screw (4)
Retract Pushrod (2)
M2 Nut (4)
Aileron Pushrod (2)
No. 3012 Anti-Vibration Engine Mount
No.3265 Fuel Tank
Silicone Tube (1)
90-degree Nipple (1)
Crank Weight (1)
Cap (1)
AS6441 Control Horn
Control Horn (S/4)
Control Horn (L/2)
Back Plate (4)
M2 Nut (2)
Straight Nipple (1)
2x30mm Machine Screw (2)
2x22mm Machine Screw (4)
2x15mm Machine Screw (4)
Fuel Stopper (1)
480cc T ank (1)
AS6434 Pull-Pull System
Joiner Wire (2)
Aileron Servo Case (L/1, R/1)
Joiner Tube (2)
Flap Servo Case ( L/1, R/1)
AS6431 Horizontal Tail
Horizontal Tail (1)
Left Wing (1) Right Wing (1)
FRP Wing Joiner Tube (1)
No.3291 Aluminum Spinner
(3-Blade)
Back Plate (1)
Spinner Bolt (1)
CA Hinge (6)
Aluminum Spinner (1)
Bushing (1)
Adaptor (1)
CA Hinge (14)
Dowel (4)
3x20mm Wood Screw (2)
2.3x12mm Washer Screw (16)
OPTINAL PARTS
No. 3290 Aluminum Spinner
(2-blade)
Aluminum Spinner (1)
Bushing (1)
Adaptor (1)
Back plate (1)
Spinner Bolt (1)
1.5mm Hex Wrench (1)
EZ Connector (1)
M2 Nut (1)
3x3mm Setscrew (1)
M2 Washer (1)
AS6438 Scale Tail Gear
4x20mm
Sink Head Screw (2)
Sink Head Screw (1)
3x5mm Setscrew (1)
Steering Horn (1)
Wheel Spacer (1)
Tail Wheel Fork (1)
AS6437 Retract Decoration
Tail Wheel (1)
2.6x26mm
Blind Nut(2)
Rubber (8)
Mounting Beams (2)
T Washer (8)
4mm Hex Wrench (1)
AS6439 Elevator Linkage Set
Elevator Wood Pushrod (1)
M2 Nut (2)
Pushrod End Retainer (1)
2.6x5mm Wood Screw (2)
Blind Nut (4)
6/32 x 20mm Socket Cap Screw (4)
4x 20mm Socket Cap Screw (4)
5x40mm Socket Cap Screw (4)
AS6436 Decal
Clevis (2)
Threaded Pushrod (2)
AS6440 Hardware Set
Brass Tube (8)
Threaded End (4)
Z-Bend End (2)
Silver Decal (L/1,R/1)
Clevis (4)
M2 Nut (4)
Wire (3.6M/1)
Decal A (1)
Decal B (1)
AS6425 Elevator T orque Wire
Torque Wire (1)
No.3009 Superlite Retract
3x3mm Setscrew (2)
Wheel Axle (2)
Retract ( L/1, R/1)
AS6433 Cowling
2.3x12mm
Washer Wood Screw (4)
Cowling (1)
Wheel Door (L/1, R/1)
Wheel Well (L/1, R/1)
Upper Retainer A (2)
Upper Retainer B (2)
2x5mm Wood Screw (4)
Lower Retainer (2)
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Collar (2)
M2 Nut (2)
3x3mm Setscrew (2)
Ball End (2)
Ball (2)
2x8mm Machine Screw (2)
3x16mm Sink Head Screw (8)
PARTS CHECK LIST
WING
Kit Contents:
FRP Fuselage (1)
FRP Cockpit (1)
FRP Tail Cover (1)
FRP Cowling (1)
FRP Wing Joiner Tube (L/1)
FRP Tube (S/1)
Left Wing (1)
Right Wing (1)
Rudder (1)
Horizontal Tail (1)
Elevator (L/1, R/1)
Aileron Servo Case (L/1, R/1)
Flap Servo Case (L/1, R/1)
Plywood Parts(A)
Plywood Parts(B)
Plywood Parts(C)
VT Lower Trailing Edge (1)
VT Upper Trailing Edge (1)
Doubler(28)
Dowel (4)
Covering (1)
Fiber Cloth (1)
Joiner Wire (2)
Joiner Tube (2)
Rubber Band (2)
CA Hinge(23 )
2x5mm Wood Screw(8)
2.6x 5mm Wood Screw (2)
2x8mm Washer Wood Screw(24)
2.3x12mm Washer Wood Screw (24)
3x20mm Wood Screw (2)
2x8mm Machine Screw (2)
2x15mm Machine Screw (4)
2x22mm Machine Screw (4)
2 x30mm Machine Screw (2)
3x16mm Sink Head Screw (8)
4x20mm Sink Head Screw (2)
3x3mm Setscrew (5)
EZ Connector(1)
M2Washer(1)
Torque Wire (1)
M2 Nut (15)
Clevis (10)
Collar (2)
Ball End (2)
Ball (2)
Al. Spinner (3-blade, 1)
Backplate (1)
Bushing (1)
Adaptor (1)
Spinner Bolt (1)
Engine Mounting Beam (2)
T Washer (8)
Rubber (8)
Blind Nut (4)
Socket Cap Screw 5mm x 40 (4)
Hex Wrench 4mm (1)
Hex Wrench 1.5mm (1)
Socket Cap Screw 6/32 x 20mm (4)
Socket Cap Screw 4x20mm (4)
Tank (1)
Silicone T ube (1)
Straight Nipple (1)
90-degree Nipple (1)
Crank Weight (1)
Fuel Stopper (1)
Fuel Cap (1)
Throttle Pushrod (1)
Retract Pushrod (2)
Flap Pushrod (2)
Aileron Pushrod (2)
Elevator Wood Push Rod (1)
Elevator Pushrod Retainer (1)
Thread Pushrod(2)
Control Horn (L/2)
Control Horn (S/4)
Backplate (S/4)
Canopy (1)
Wheel Door (L/1, R/1)
Wheel Well (L/1, R/1)
Upper Retainer A (2)
Upper Retainer B (2)
Lower Retainer (2)
Retract (L/1, R/1)
Wheel Axle (2)
Wheel (2)
Brass Tube (8)
Straight Threaded End (4)
Z Bend Threaded End (2)
Wire (2)
Tail Gear (1)
Tail Wheel Fork (1)
Wheel Spacer (1)
Steering Horn (1)
3x5mm Set Screw (1)
Tail Wheel (1)
Blind Nut (2)
2.6X26mm Sink Head Screw (1)
Decal A (1)
Decal B (1)
Silver Decal (2)
1. Glue the CA hinges in aileron first.
2. Next attach the aileron in place then apply CA on both
sides. Make sure aileron is firmly glued.
3. Locate the aileron servo well then use a hobby knife to
cut an "X".
4. Using a sealing iron to tack down the covering inside
the servo well. Trim the excess covering away.
5. Locate the left wing servo case / hatch cover; secure
the aileron servo as shown.
6. Connect an extension wire for Aileron servo, heatshrink or tape the connectors to prevent from loosening.
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