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Kwik Bond 30 Minute Epoxy
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Excel Modeling Knife
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Ruler
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Pencil
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Dubro T-Pins
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(1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator
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220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
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Paper Towels
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Rubbing Alcohol
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NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
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NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:
YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:
SECTION 9: HORIZONTAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION
STEP 1: ALIGNING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
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Remove the elevator and hinges from the horizontal stabilizer and set them aside for now.
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Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the covering material
from over the horizontal stabilizer mounting slot in each side of the
fuselage. The slot is 5" long and 1/4" wide.
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Using a ruler and a pencil, locate and draw a centerline mark on the
trailing edge of the stabilizer.
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Slide the stabilizer into the mounting slot and temporarily align it.
The stabilizer should be pushed forward as far as possible and the
centerline mark you drew on the stabilizer should be lined up with the
centerline of the fuselage.
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When satisfied with the alignment, hold
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the trailing edge of the
stabilizer in position using a T-Pin.
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The front of the stabilizer should be able to pivot from side to side and the back should stay firmly in place and
aligned. The trailing edge should not be allowed to move from side to side.
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