Stevens AeroModel LiddleRod 2.4 User Manual Download Page 11

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Fuselage Construction

Wrap frame over rib fitting rear tab in slot and

aligning trailing edge with etch marks. Glue.

Center ribs R3 and R4 to the etch marks on

the leading edge of the wing frame and glue.

tape the leading edge to the work surface,

then wrap the frame over the ribs and glue at

trailing edge.

Install S2 and S3 wing spars to corresponding

notches in wing frame and ribs R3 and R4.

Fit S1 to rib R1 - Do not glue.

Fit S1/R1 assembly to slot in rib R2 and wing

frame. Align and secure with thin CA.

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Summary of Contents for LiddleRod 2.4

Page 1: ...or Spektrum ParkZone 2 4 systems Length 12 5 inches Span 14 75 inches Wing Area 57 inches2 Flying Weight 1 1 oz Photo Supplement for Plans Dated 03 08 2010 LiddleRod 2010 Stevens AeroModel all rights...

Page 2: ...t prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase THIS PRODUCT IS NOT...

Page 3: ...6i if using AR6400 ParkZone PKZ3351 or Spektrum AR6400 Ultra Micro Receiver ESC Servo System ParkZone Motor and Gearbox PKZ3624 Same motor as used in the Sukhoi and UM P 51 ParkZone UM P 51 Propeller...

Page 4: ...in as a non stick barrier between your worktable and the product assembly Promptly clean up any epoxy spills with rubbing alcohol and a disposable towel Bonding the assembly As this product tabs notc...

Page 5: ...LUE In the same manner dry fit F4 Then F1 to the assembly Fit assembly to the right fuselage side FL and tack glue at tab and notch locations Fit left fuselage side FR to assembly and tack glue Fit an...

Page 6: ...re fuselage on flat surface and glue all joints with thin CA Fit G1 behind F2 then G2 behind G1 to form landing gear pocket When satisfied with fit wick thin CA around assembly and in gear pocket Fit...

Page 7: ...to fuselage top and glue Fit horizontal stabilizer H1 to bottom of fuselage using tabs on fuselage and bottom of vertical stabilizer to align Square stabilizer to vertical fin and glue Fit glue lower...

Page 8: ...arts in ascending order from work table up Align edges and glue Sand edges of pants round and taper to a pleasing shape Fit wheel pants and nylon wheels to landing gear secure with medium CA Do not al...

Page 9: ...gear box and lightly sand tabs smooth Install motor so shaft points slightly to the right of the aircraft centerline Secure with medium CA Feed power lead through hole in fire wall and into radio com...

Page 10: ...er black and glue to front of F7 with medium CA Glue pilot cut outs to balsa figure part P with contact cement Fit and glue pilot to part F3 Wing Construction Fit and glue parts W1a and W1b together F...

Page 11: ...ng frame and glue tape the leading edge to the work surface then wrap the frame over the ribs and glue at trailing edge Install S2 and S3 wing spars to corresponding notches in wing frame and ribs R3...

Page 12: ...d Deft available at your hardware store Cover model using small swatches of light weight covering material such as AeroLite Cover only the TOP surface of the wing Performance of this model will be red...

Page 13: ...found them beneficial for controlling wing washout Follow the directions in step 4 of Final Assembly instructions on plan set for installation Show your completed LiddleRod off to friends and family L...