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9. Remove the canopy and the cockpit from the fuselage.
Glue the cockpit between the lines on the canopy using
canopy glue such as J&Z R/C-56 Glue, Pacer RIC 560
Canopy Glue or 6-minute epoxy. Use the glue sparingly.
10. Remove the canopy and install the wing. Only a couple
of large rubberbands are needed to hold the wing at this time.
You will need to use at least eight rubber bands for flying.
11. Trim the aft end of the canopy to follow the shape of
the wing.
12. Attach the threaded tow hook to the bottom of the
fuselage by threading a 3mm nut and a 3mm washer all the
way onto the tow hook. Apply a drop of threadlocker to the
threads and tighten the tow hook into the front blind nut for
the first flights. With the tow hook threaded almost all the way
into the blind nut, make sure the tow hook is facing straight
back and tighten the 3mm nut to secure it. After the first
flights the tow hook can be moved back to the center hole for
most flying conditions. For contest flying, you may want to try
the rear hole as it can help achieve a higher launch but be
careful as the sailplane will be more aft to “pop-off” the line.
AppLY THE DECALS
1. Use scissors or a sharp hobby knife to cut the decals from
the sheet.
2. Be certain the model is clean and free from oily fingerprints
and dust. Prepare a dishpan or small bucket with a mixture
of liquid dish soap and warm water—about one teaspoon of
soap per gallon of water. Submerse the decal in the soap and
water and peel off the paper backing.
Note: Even though the
decals have a “sticky-back” and are not the water transfer
type, submersing them in soap & water allows accurate
positioning and reduces air bubbles underneath.
3. Position decal on the model where desired. Holding
the decal down, use a paper towel to wipe most of the
water away.
4. Use a piece of soft balsa or something similar to squeegee
remaining water from under the decal. Apply the rest of the
decals the same way.
