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C-140 “Say’s Nuh!”

Post War Two Seat Light Aircraft Trainer

Wing Span:

21 inches |

Wing Area:

63 square inches

Average Flying Weight:

1.5 ounces

Build Instructions -

Version 1.0 (revised 04.15.2014)

Build Instructions

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Summary of Contents for Say's Nuh! C-140

Page 1: ...Trainer Wing Span 21 inches Wing Area 63 square inches Average Flying Weight 1 5 ounces Build Instructions Version 1 0 revised 04 15 2014 Build Instructions 1946 Say s Nuh C 140 UM Build Instructions...

Page 2: ...mmediately 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 known to the state of Ca...

Page 3: ...creen Taped to back of wood brick 2 0 032 in x 12 in wire landing gear 2 0 015 in x 12 in wire pushrods Hardware Bag 1 1 1 2 in Length Heat Shrink Tube 1 Nylon Receiver Clip 1 Pair Plastic Wheels SH54...

Page 4: ...rim color Wood Sealant Suggestions While not required 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...

Page 7: ...duct 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 instructions...

Page 8: ...Page 1 of 2 1 Fit to ply parts RT to the nylon receiver clip Ensure that the long end Designated by the etch mark RT of each ply receiver tray part is on the same side of the receiver clip 2 Fit the...

Page 9: ...2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 9 Step 1 RT RT F1 bottom Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 6 Cont Step 7 F2 top F3 F4 F5b F5a Nylon Clip top F1 Battery Tray RT RT Nylon Clip Rec...

Page 10: ...F4 Tip Align match the top bottom edges of the fuselage sides F5c and F6c at the aft end of the fuselage and retain with a bit of tape This will help ensure a twist free assembly of the aft portion of...

Page 11: ...ild Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 11 Step 8 F5a b F6a b F5c Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Step 13 Step 14 Step 15 F6c F7 F8 F9 F2 F4 F3 F4 F5a b F4 F2 F6a b F4 top F6c...

Page 12: ...es bringing them in full contact with the lower curved edges of formers F2 F3 F4 and F7 Use several strips of low tack masking tape to hold the fuselage sides in position and allow the fuselage to tho...

Page 13: ...del all rights reserved Page 13 Step 16 F10 F12 F11 Step 17 Step 18 Step 19 Step 20 Step 21 Step 22 Step 23 F13 F14 Moisten Bottom View Bottom View Bottom View Bottom View Bottom View Bottom View Bott...

Page 14: ...ack masking tape until dry When completely dry remove tape check adjust the fit of part F22 and bond with CA glue 30 Moisten one side of bottom sheeting F21 with glass cleaner and allow to soak for a...

Page 15: ...ens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 15 Step 24 F15 F16 F18 Step 25 Step 26 Step 27 Step 28 Step 29 Step 30 Step 31 F17 Bottom View Bottom View F19 Bottom View Bottom View F20a F20b F20 F21 Bottom F...

Page 16: ...m on the plan sheet 2 of 2 and bevel the bottom of the leading edge of the elevator at a 45 degree angle Follow the sanding instructions given on the Horizontal Stabilizer Elevator detail on sheet 2 o...

Page 17: ...UM Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 17 Step 32 E2 E2 Step 33 Step 34 Step 35 Step 36 Step 37 Step 38 E1 Ra Rb Step 38 Cont 45 Deg 45 Deg top Right Radius Radius Sand...

Page 18: ...ce tail surfaces and one side of W8 with a lightweight covering material Paint the struts control horns cockpit motor and receiver tray interiors as desired to match your covering scheme We recommend...

Page 19: ...s 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 19 Step 39 W1 W2 W4 W3 Step 40 Step 41 Step 42 Step 43 Step 44 Step 45 Step 46 Bottom View Bottom View Top View W5 Trailing Edge Tape W1 FRONT Elevato...

Page 20: ...evator and Rudder horns Landing Gear 51 Bend the landing gear over the diagram on the Landing Gear Detail on the plan using a single length of 1 32 inch diameter wire supplied in your kit Proceed care...

Page 21: ...tevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 21 Step 47 Step 48 Step 49 Step 50 Step 51 Step 52 Step 53 Step 54 F22 Perpendicular Form gear to plan Bend to Retain PKZ3624 Shrink Tube Part B Part A Bottom...

Page 22: ...te W8 will not actually cover ribs W6 as the upper surface of W6 needs to be exposed to provide a landing point for the wing panels in step 61 The rear of W8 will butt up flush against the fuselage to...

Page 23: ...46 Say s Nuh C 140 UM Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 23 Step 55 W6 Step 56 Step 57 Step 58 Step 59 Step 60 Step 61 Step 62 W7 W8 W ire Alignm ent Flush Here W6 W7 W...

Page 24: ...g and fuselage with medium CA glue Revisit the wing to fuselage and ply spar joints with a bit of CA glue to thoroughly bond these previously tack glued parts Finishing Up 65 Apply a patch of the velc...

Page 25: ...ild Instructions 1946 Say s Nuh C 140 UM Build Instructions 2013 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved Page 25 Step 63 W4 Step 64 Step 65 Step 66 Bottom View Hook Side Flying Strut Pocket Finished Slo...

Page 26: ...k 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 pre flighting your models before each and every flight Weig...

Page 27: ...comfortable with the model s in flight behavior Congratulations You ve completed your first flight s on your Stevens Aero 1946 Say s Nuh C 140 By now you ll have noticed that the C 140 is a very stab...

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