§ Main Gear, Fixed (Optional)
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Build Gear Mounts
Required Parts
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Main Gear Central Mounts (2) [W1]
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Main Gear Side Components (4) [W1]
Required Tools and Adhesives
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12 Minute Epoxy Adhesive
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Assemble the two main gear mounts by bonding
the two side components to the central mount
as shown in the image below.
Main gear mount assembly
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Use epoxy adhesive to bond these components
as these bonds will transfer a large amount of
the load from the gear to the wing structure.
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Set aside and make sure the adhesive is
thoroughly dry before proceeding with the
mounting of the gear.
Cut Slots in Wing for Gear Mounts
Required Parts
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Wing [W]
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Main Gear Cover [W1] (for measuring)
Required Tools and Adhesives
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Hobby Knife
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Flashlight
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Pen
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Locate the opening for the main gear on the
bottom of the wings (close to the flap servos).
Notice the balsa wood sheathing has been
partially removed over the gear mounts. A
flashlight may be helpful in this operation.
Main gear location hole
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Using a sharp hobby knife cut away the covering
to expose the square opening.
Cut away covering
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Use one of the main gear covers to mark the
additional area on the wing you will need to trim
for a proper fit.