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Section 9 – Landing Gear Installation

Required Parts

• Fuselage 
• Main landing gear
• Wheel (2)
• Wheel pant (left and right)

Step 1

Install the axles in the landing gear. Secure the 
axles using an adjustable wrench and the nuts 
provided with the axles.

Step 3

When the epoxy is cured, work each hinge throughout its full motion several times using your hands. 
This will break free any epoxy that may have found its way into the hinge joint. Move the hinge 
throughout its full travel until no resistance is felt. 

Step 4

Mix some 30-minute epoxy. Place a sufficient amount of epoxy in each of the hinge pockets in one 
wing panel.

Step 5

Carefully attach the aileron to the wing, making sure the 
hinges are inserted in their respective hinge pockets. 
Press the aileron and wing together until the hinge line 
gap between the aileron and wing is small enough. Use a 
paper towel and rubbing alcohol to wipe away any visible 
epoxy around the hinges.

Step 6

Double-check the hinge gap and allow the epoxy to fully cure for enough time. Now is a good time to 
repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the remaining wing panel and aileron.

Step 7

When fully cured, move each control surface throughout its travel range several times to break away 
any epoxy in the hinge. Be sure to deflect the surface fully.

Note: It’s a good idea to seal the aileron and elevator hinge lines airtight with a piece of 
covering to prevent flutter after you finish hinges installation. 

Required Parts

• Control horn linkages (2)

Section 4 – Aileron Linkage Installation

Step 1

Screw the molded swivel link with linkage onto the 
control horn screw until the distance from the aileron 
surface to the top of the link is 28mm (1 1/8”).

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Step 3

Remove the bracket and drill pilot holes at the 
previously marked positions.

Step 4

Assemble the tail wheel bracket and use provided 
screws to secure the bracket in place. A hardwood 
plate is positioned in the rear of the fuselage, 
allowing these screws to be firmly tightened.

Hint: Remove the screws and wick thin CA into 
the holes to strengthen the threads. Then, 
reinstall the screws.

Step 5

Using the provided springs, hook up the tiller arm 
to the rudder with the tail wheel.

Summary of Contents for AM506

Page 1: ...gine not incl 26 35cc Gas or 91 1 20 2C 1 10 1 40 4C Nitro Radio not incl 4ch 6 servos Construction Balsa and Plywood Features Designed for high performance scale aerobatics High quality balsa and plywood material Light weight and strong construction Foam brace on the back of fuselage Hidden switch hatch design Enhanced cowling mounting design Hardware package included Antenna tube included High q...

Page 2: ...21 Table of Contents Appendix Parts and Options ...

Page 3: ...ransitions smoothly from idle to full throttle and back Also ensure the engine is tuned according to the manufacturer s instructions and it will run consistently and constantly at full throttle when adjusted Check all the control horns servo horns and clevises to make sure they are secure and in good condition Replace any items that would be considered questionable Failure of any of these componen...

Page 4: ...Sbach 342 AM50604 Rudder for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50605 Left Wing Panel w Aileron for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50606 Right Wing Panel w Aileron for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50612 Left Stabilizer w Elevator for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50613 Right Stabilizer w Elevator for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50616 Landing Gear for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50617 Wheel Pants for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50620 Wing Tube for 30cc Sbach 342 AM50621 Stabilizer Tube ...

Page 5: ...Before Starting Assembly 18 3 Step 9 Install the switch for the ignition in the switch hatch on the side of the fuselage as shown Note As the cowling mounting screw is inside the fuselage under the hatch you need to open the hatch before accessing the screw To open the hatch just remove the screws holding it on both sides of the fuselage and lift the hatch from the fuselage Step 10 Secure the batt...

Page 6: ...e servo is at the neutral position Step 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the remaining wing panel Section 1 Aileron Servo Installation Step 2 The vertical and horizontal base lines are pre marked on the firewall Measure and mark the same distance from the lines for the four engine standoff screws The firewall is already mounted correctly to provide right offset for the engine when the engine standof...

Page 7: ... the sheeting you will be drilling through this Make sure to drill the hole perpendicular to the centerline of the aileron Step 2 Wrap the receiver battery in foam and use rubber bands or hook and loop straps to secure the battery to the battery tray Step 3 Assemble the fuel tank correctly Be sure to use the gas compatible stopper and fuel tubing Step 4 Place foam on the floor of the tank compartm...

Page 8: ... until the hinge pin center is flush with the leading edge of the aileron Wipe away any excess epoxy with rubbing alcohol Continue installing hinges in the leading edge of the aileron The control surfaces ailerons will be installed after the epoxy is fully cured Note Be sure that the hinge pivot pins are parallel and flush to the aileron leading edge It s important to frequently mix a fresh batch ...

Page 9: ... epoxy to fully cure for enough time Now is a good time to repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the remaining wing panel and aileron Step 7 When fully cured move each control surface throughout its travel range several times to break away any epoxy in the hinge Be sure to deflect the surface fully Note It s a good idea to seal the aileron and elevator hinge lines airtight with a piece of covering to preve...

Page 10: ...eck the opening for the wing tube servo leads and pins from inside of the fuselage where the wing panels connect to the fuselage Carefully remove the covering from the opening using a hobby knife Step 2 Locate the wing tube and carefully slide it into one wing panel as deeply as possible Slide the wing with tube into the wing tube opening in the fuselage Pass the servo lead in the wing into the fu...

Page 11: ...de of the rudder Step 6 Put the threaded rod of the rudder control horn through the hole and secure it with the provided nuts Adjust the position of the rod so that it has the same length on both sides of the rudder Screw the molded swivel link with linkage onto the threaded rod at the right position so that the rudder cable in operation will not hit the opening of the fuselage Step 3 Carefully sl...

Page 12: ...tabilizer using the same techniques for the wing installation Secure the stabilizer with screws at the bottom as shown Step 3 Center the elevator servo using the radio system Install a servo arm onto the servo Note The technique for installing the control horns in the elevators is similar to the aileron control horn installation Step 4 Mark a line 3mm 1 8 away from the servo arm and parallel to th...

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