Assembly Instructions : Page 3
Step 1
PVA wood glue is recommended for these 2 steps or
if want to use a super-glue DON’T use an “instant
grab type”. Glue the 3 “chassis plates” together using
the small rectangular locating pegs at each end. Note
the sequence of centre tabbed, no tabbed and end
tabbed plates and that the central beams and slots
are slightly offset. Make sure the parts are squeezed
together properly.
Step 2
Glue the two sole bars onto the sides. If
any of the glue has oozed out from
between the plates (especially in the cross
member locating slots) clean it off now.
The parts should fit together snugly but if
necessary clamp the sides to the plates
while the glue dries.
Once the glue is dry, lightly file the ends of
the locating tabs to remove any remaining
edge discolouration.
Step 3
Gently slide the 2 brass bearing tubes into
their pedestals, the holes might need
easing by “twiddling” a 4mm twist drill
through the holes with your fingers. Align
the tubes so that they project out about 1
mm each side (don’t be tempted to file
them flush). Once you are happy with the
position fix in place with a few drops of
super glue on the inside of the pedestals.
Step 4
Now glue the 3 cross members into their
chassis slots. Make sure that the slightly
longer chassis cut out is to the left and the
small holes for the door hinge is to the front.
Tip
Temporarily fit (i.e. don’t glue) the body floor
onto the locating lugs on the cross members
to ensure the cross members are aligned
perfectly.
Now’s a good time to paint the completed
chassis!
