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1911 Caudron

Hendon-London Aerial Derby Racer

Wing Span: 18.25 inches | Wing Area: 56 inches

| Average Flying Weight: 1.4 ounces

Version 1.0

(revised 11.01.2013)

Build Instructions

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Summary of Contents for 1911 Caudron

Page 1: ...Aerial Derby Racer Wing Span 18 25 inches Wing Area 56 inches2 Average Flying Weight 1 4 ounces Version 1 0 revised 11 01 2013 Build Instructions 1911 Cuadron Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel...

Page 2: ...d to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER WARNING This product may contain chemicals kn...

Page 3: ...032 in x 12 in wire Landing Gear 1 020 x 12 in Carbon Rod Wing Struts 2 0 015 in x 12 in wire Pushrods Hardware Bag 1 1 1 2 in length of 1 16 in diameter Heat Shrink Tube 1 Nylon Receiver Clip 1 Nylon...

Page 4: ...ired it is suggested that a high quality lacquer based clear sealant be applied SPARINGLY to seal and protect the wood grain in humid environments One single light misting of this sealant will be suff...

Page 7: ...s product tabs notches and otherwise interlocks like a 3D puzzle we suggest that when fitting parts you dry fit use no glue the parts together first It s advised to work 1 2 steps ahead in the instruc...

Page 8: ...Ply part F4 on the table with the etched Top side facing up Fit ply parts F2 and F3 to F4 Orient the arrows on F2 and F3 to point in the same direction as the arrows on F4 3 Fit the motor mount assemb...

Page 9: ...2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 8 Step 7 Step 6 Step 5 F1a F1b F2 F3 F4 Top F4 Bottom F1 F5 F1 Tabs Fill Forward Portion of Slots F5 F6 Tabs Fill Center Portion of Slots F7 Tabs Fill Rear Portion of Slots F8 To...

Page 10: ...he forward end of F9 indicated by the etched arrows to the notches at the top of the opening in the middle of former F8 refer to the photo for this step for proper orientation 11 Fit former F12 to the...

Page 11: ...Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Step 16 Step 15 Step 14 Step 13 F9 F10 F11 Long Arm Oriented Forward F9 F10 F11 F8 F12 Etched Side Forward Etched Side Forward Rear View Rear View F12 F13 Tack Glue F12...

Page 12: ...rtion of the fuselage bottom down engaging the tabs in formers F7 F8 and F12 and the notches in the fuselage sides Square the assembly on a flat surface and bond the forward portion of F17 from former...

Page 13: ...ctions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 13 Step 17 Step 18 Step 19 Step 20 Step 24 Step 23 Step 22 Step 21 F16 Recess F17a F17c F17d F17b Bond Bond F17 F18 F19 Top of Slot Open Top View...

Page 14: ...Moisten the top surface of F25 with glass cleaner and allow it to soak in for a minute or two Fit F25 to the tabs in F19 and F20 moist side out The front of F25 will lie flat along the top of F19 The...

Page 15: ...n Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 15 Step 25 Step 26 Step 27 Step 28 Step 32 Step 31 Step 30 Step 29 F20 F21 front F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25a F25b F25 Engage Tabs F26...

Page 16: ...and W5 will fit in the outer slot near the wing tip Refer to the detail sheet to ensure proper placement of the ribs Do not force the fit if the rib doesn t fit the slot it s in the wrong place Bond...

Page 17: ...adron Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 17 Step 33 Step 34 Step 35 Step 36 Step 40 Step 39 Step 38 Step 37 F27 F27 F28 F28 W1 R Etched Side Facing Up W2 W3 W4 W5 Right...

Page 18: ...rom the rim over the ends of the hubs and back down to the opposite side Handle with care as sanding greatly reduces the thickness of the balsa near the rims making them vulnerable to crushing at this...

Page 19: ...Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 19 Step 41 Step 42 Step 43 Step 45 Step 47 Cont Step 47 Cont Step 47 Step 46 R1 V Round Square 45 deg Left Right Round H E Round Round Squa...

Page 20: ...pushrod through the slot 52 Connect the snake bend of the push rod to the center hole of the rudder servo which is the servo nearest the antenna 53 Repeat step 48 and make a snake bend in one end of t...

Page 21: ...tions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 21 Step 48 Step 49 Step 50 Step 51 Step 55 Step 54 Step 53 Step 52 E R R E R E R Left Side of Fuselage Upper Slot E R R E F13 F12 F12 F13 Right Si...

Page 22: ...while they are still in the sheet of ply as they are easier to handle this way Test fit the dummy engine to the tabs on the front of the motor mount plate Do not bond If M1 interferes with the fit of...

Page 23: ...1911 Cuadron Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 23 Step 56 Step 57 Step 58 Step 59 Step 62 Step 61 Step 60 Long Arm Cover M1 M2 Tabs Spikes Tabs Extend Beyond Gear Box...

Page 24: ...Gear Refer to the detail sheet and note the differences in final bend length of the landing gear given your wheel choice Now selecting the proper gear pattern for your wheel bend the landing gear wir...

Page 25: ...nstructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 25 Step 64 Step 65 Step 66 Step 67 Step 71 Step 70 Step 69 Step 68 CS1 CS2 CS2 Front F r o n t Front F r o n t Bond Bond Open F r o n t F r...

Page 26: ...the struts to the landing gear wire The wire must remain free to flex and absorb the shock of landing 76 Fit the central struts LG3 to the recesses in LG1 in the landing gear pocket and to the notche...

Page 27: ...ild Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 27 Step 71 Cont Step 72 Step 73 Step 74 Step 78 Step 77 Step 76 Step 75 No Glue Open Flush Open LG2a Front LG2b LG2b LG3a LG3b LG2a Fro...

Page 28: ...step 81 for the horizontal stabilizer and elevator Ensure that the elevator is laying beveled side down and that there is a 1 64 in gap between the surfaces 83 Slit the covering over the rudder horn...

Page 29: ...Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 29 Step 79 Step 80 Step 81 Step 82 Step 86 Step 85 Step 84 Step 83 Bottom Only Bottom and Top Right Side Left Side Open Tape Left Side Bev...

Page 30: ...where the wings will be mounted 90 Slide the wing spar W6 through the large vertical slot on one side of the fuselage and out the same slot on the other side Note the alignment marks on the spar ensur...

Page 31: ...uild Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 31 Step 87 Step 88 Step 89 Step 90 Step 93 Step 92 Step 91 Step 90 Cont Bond Bond Open Alignment Mark Flush Bond 3 in 90 deg 90 deg W6...

Page 32: ...all drop of medium CA to the carbon rods where they pass through rib W3 Use only the tiniest drop so that this joint may be released easily if necessary to make adjustments during flight trimming Repe...

Page 33: ...1 Cuadron Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 33 Step 94 Step 95 Step 95 Cont Step 95 Cont Step 99 Step 98 Step 97 Step 96 Open 1 8 in F1b 1 in Parallel W3 Bottom View B...

Page 34: ...The basic assembly of the model is complete Feel free to add extra scale details such as silver highlights on the radial engine or rigging the optional flying wires from thread swiped from mom s sewi...

Page 36: ...at avoiding disaster While not an exhaustive pre flight check these are some of the major items that you should consider using when developing your own pre flight check list Get in the habit of always...

Page 37: ...ou ve completed your first flight s on your Stevens Aero Cuadron By now you ll have noticed that the 1911 Caudron Racer is a very stable airplane When built straight and trimmed for level flight it sh...

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