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E-flite Pitts Model 12 15e ARF Assembly Manual
Hinging the Control Surfaces
Required Parts
Top wing w/ailerons
Bottom wing w/ailerons
Stabilizer/elevator
CA hinge (22)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Rotary tool
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)
Thin CA
T-pins
Hobby knife
1. Use a rotary tool and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to
drill a hole in the center of each hinge. This will act as a
tunnel, allowing the thin CA to fully penetrate each hinge.
Note
: It is suggested to drill the CA tunnel in the top and
bottom wings, ailerons, stabilizer, elevator, rudder and
fuselage at this time as well.
2. Place a T-pin in the center of four of the CA hinges.
This will help in centering the hinge when installed.
Note
: The hinges in your kit will differ from those
pictured. The hinges in your kit are narrower than shown
and result in an easier moving flight control surface.
3. Place the four hinges into the slots in the wing. The
T-pins will rest against the edge of the wing.