FDL-3: Nose/Tail Assembly
Required Tools
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
Instructions
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FDL-3 Nose (Shorty/Forty/Full)
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FDL-3 Tail (Auto/Semi)
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(4) 6-32 x 3/8" Machine Screws
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(2) 6-32 x 1/2" Machine Screws
Prep
Locate the following:
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Remove (2) 6-32 x 3/8" screws from upper cowl
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Remove upper cowl from nose
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Remove (2) 6-32 thumb screws from mid cap (battery cover)
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Remove mid cap from tail
Step 1
Remove Upper Cowl and Mid Cap
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Carefully connect the nose to tail ensuring no wires are pinched or damaged
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Secure at side panels with (4) 6-32 x 3/8" machine screws
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Secure at underbelly with (2) 6-32 x 1/2" machine screws
Step 2
Connect Nose and Tail
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Group ESC, 12V and power switch wires
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Tuck wires into rectangular opening in ESC housing to neaten
Step 3
Prepare Wires
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Connect ESC, 12V and power switch wires to power board at rear of nose
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ESC and 12V orientation/color direction IS CRITICAL!!!
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Miswiring at this stage can and will damage the blaster.
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Double check that you have not miswired anything
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Check again
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Check again!
Step 4
Connect WIres
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Fold excess wire slack from tail wiring forward
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Replace upper cowl
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Secure with (2) 6-32 x 3/8" machine screws
Step 5
Replace Upper Cowl
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Replace mid cap (battery cover)
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Ensure notch in corner of mid cap is facing forward
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Secure with (2) 6-32 thumb screws
Step 6
Replace Mid Cap
You have successfully connected an FDL-3 nose and tail!
Who's the big winner? You are
Complete