RVJET 2014 New Features and Updates

RVJET

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Larger ESC Pocket
Can now accommodate ESC's of a higher
amperage rating, allowing for an array of build
options.
Expanded Top Fuselage
Expanded Bottom Fuselage

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Larger Battery Compartment
Increased volume allows for a variety of mounting
options to achieve proper CG.
Expanded Top Fuselage
Expanded Bottom Fuselage

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Battery Mount Plate Interface Pocket
Using a custom CF plate you can secure your flight battery.
Battery plate will be offered at a later date.

Expanded Bottom Fuselage

Example CF Plate Design

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Pockets and Channels
Easily install components such as video transmitters, R/C
receivers, GPS modules, etc , with the new routing channels
and side pockets.
Cable Channels

Component Pockets

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Wing Spar Assembly
The 2014 RVJET kit brings a new spar design, which has been designed for easy
break down and transport. It contains new carbon fiber parts and requires additional
assembly instructions.

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Wing Spar Assembly - Parts list
CF parts used for the spars:
2pcs x 10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 420mm CF tubes (fuselage front and rear) Woven
2pcs x 10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 490mm CF tubes (wing rear) Woven
2pcs x 10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 290mm CF tubes (wing front) Woven
8pcs x 8.0mm x 70mm CF rod (interconnecting wing, ext, fuse)
CF parts used for other parts of the build
4pcs x 1. 0mm x 3.0mm x 472.0mm Carbon Fiber Strip
2pcs x 3.0mm x 2.0mm x 145mm Carbon Fiber Square Rod

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Wing Spar Assembly - Warnings
Be careful when using CA glue with the carbon fiber parts. The glue will cure so fast,
that your thumb skin will be left sticking to the part. The CA bond is very permanent
and hard to remove. Test fit 3 times, glue one time :) My suggestion is to apply the thin
CA to the CF parts AFTER they have been inserted and positioned. Wait for the glue to
fully dry, and only after that proceed fitting and assembling.
The 8.0mm interconnecting rods have been sanded by our workers to match the
10.0mm tubes in your kit. You should have a semi-tight fit between the rod and tube at
the point where there is a removable wing panel.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 1
Insert the two 10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 420mm CF tubes (fuselage front and rear)
These steps do not accurately represent the actual sequence of the build process.
Gluing the fuselage from and rear tubes is better done while the top and bottom
fuselage halves are still open.
Before you glue:
Run your FPV wiring through the top fuselage channels
Mount your motor and ESC

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 2
Glue the tubes to the fuselage.
Edge of tube should be
flush with side of fuselage.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 3
Glue four 8.0mm interconnecting rods into the fuselage tubes.

Interconnecting rods should

be inserted halfway

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 4
Now decide if you want to build the RVJET short wing or
long wing version (1.95m)
The 2014 kit comes with parts needed to build either versions of the RVJET. It is
possible to use the included spars and make the wings interchangeable. This is usually
more trouble than its worth. You have to be aware of center of gravity changes, servo
extension wire lengths, and multiple removable panels. For this reason, we
recommend to choose a wing style and stick with it.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 5a
Long wing
Install the servo. Apply glue to all areas where EPO and CF parts meet. Also, apply
glue to the servo. Glue the bottom wing covers. Apply fiber tape on seams.
10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 290mm CF tubes (wing front)
10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 490mm CF tubes (wing rear)

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 5a(Cont.)
Long wing

Edge of tube is flush with

the wing.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 5b
Short Wing
If you want to build the short wing version, then you must cut this tube:

2pcs x 10.0mm OD x 8.0mm ID 490mm CF tubes (wing rear)

Cut to > 90mm

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 5b(Cont.)
Short Wing
Install the servo. Apply glue to all areas where EPO and CF parts meet. Also, apply
glue to the servo. Glue the bottom wing covers. Apply fiber tape on seams.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 5b(Cont.)
Short Wing

Edge of tube is flush with

the wing.

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Wing Spar Assembly Step 6
Short/Long Interchangeable Wing Panels
If you want to be able to switch between short wing or long wing configuration:
Glue the 8.0mm interconnecting rod half way into the extension.

Wing

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Wing Spar Assembly
Securing the wings and breaking down for transport
There is not a perfect wing joiner solution. We find that for most flights, the semi-tight fit
of the rod and tube is enough to hold the wings. You may of course use additional
ways of securing the wings such as: tape, rubber bands, o-rings, or magnets.

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