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Before beginning assembly of your
Matrix 40
,
we highly recommend that you study this manu-
al in its entirety. You should begin planning your
radio installation based on your choice of
engine and equipment from the beginning, as
space is limited within the fuselage of the
Matrix 40
.
Because the
Matrix 40
is intended for those
with some degree of modeling experience,
every minute detail will not be covered. This is
not a basic trainer. Assembly of this aircraft will
be easy for the experienced modeler, and by
following the instructions within this manual and
using the skills you’ve gained during your mod-
eling career you will be able to produce a first
class aircraft.
Building supplies needed
Hobby knife w/#11 blades
Thin CA
Medium CA
Canopy glue
30 minute epoxy
Thread lock
Diagonal wire cutters
Pliers
Assorted drill bits
Various sized screwdrivers( both Phillips and
standard head)
Tape measure
Dry-erase marker
Paper towels
Rubbing alcohol
1.
Begin construction by locating the fuselage,
wing, wing bolts, washers, and the horizontal
stab. Using a #11 blade, remove the covering
from the stab location at the rear of the fuselage.
2. Insert the stab into the slot and center using
a tape measure or ruler to measure from the
fuselage side to the tip of the stab.
3. With the stab centered, measure from one tip
to the back of the wing cut out. Move stab until
this figure is the same on both sides.
Mounting Stab
