GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Thank you, for purchasing this
Stevens Aeromodel
Dystraction Backyard / Indoor F3A. This kit provides the builder and
pilot a refreshing change of pace from heavy “ARF” style plywood box airframe construction and blends stick and tissue
design methods of the past with state of the art CAD technology and precision interlocking laser cut parts; the result is
something you will find truly exceptional to build and fly. Please keep in mind that this kit is intended for a novice-
intermediate builder and intermediate-advanced pilot. If you do not meet these criteria it is recommended to seek help
from a more experienced builder / pilot.
Bill Stevens
[email protected]
Stevens AeroModel
“Built to Fly”
4550 Beaumont Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
Assembly Tips
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
and review the plan sheet prior to starting any work!
Tape plans to work table. Cover with clear painters drop cloth, wax paper, or plastic wrap.
Join all parts with Thin CA or unless otherwise specified.
DO NOT REMOVE THE PARTS FROM THE BALSA SHEETS UNTIL REQUIRED!
In-fact while the balsa
parts are still retained in the sheets now is a good time to run a few good swipes with a sanding block over both
sides of the sheet to remove any resin/residue from the laser cutting process.
DO NOT FORCE THE FIT
– when in doubt double check your parts – Many of the joints will be exceptionally
snug it is recommended that each part be worked into position slowly by rocking the part back and forth. I like
to use a rat-tail file to knock the edge off of the interlocking components to ease assembly. If you feel that you
have a poor connection check first to see that the part is not upside down. Reference each piece against the
plan sheet or photo.
Making solid glue joints: Hold parts together on top of plan sheet using moderate pressure to fit parts - wick thin
CA into joint. Hint- wrap your fingers in masking tape to avoid gluing yourself to the part! (There is no need to
pin parts to work table as all pieces interlock and self - jig.)
© 2003 Stevens AeroModel.
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