13
29.
The balsa tail fin fairings shown in photos below are
cut from triangle strip. First, cut two 6-3/4” lengths. Then,
taper-sand fairings to curved pointed shape as
shown on fuse views on plan.
Center stab on fuse, measuring to obtain equal
distance from side to side, and from nose of fuse to rear
corner of each stab tip (see dimension “A” page 23).
Trial fit fin in place. Position fairings on both sides of
fin and butted against former GT. Glue fairings to fin
ONLY at this time.
30.
From scrap balsa tri strip, cut two reinforcing fillets
and glue in place at lower corners of fuse front.
31.
Remove windshield from vac-formed sheet by cutting
on lines as shown in sketches above. Temporarily set
Windshield is not glued in place until pushrods are installed.
windshield in place on fuse to check fit.
32.
Carefully remove side windows from vac-formed sheet
by cutting on lines (about 1/4” all around windows). Cut front
triangle window from others along center of connecting flange.
Using no glue at this time, temporarily fit windows into
fuse openings. if they fit too tight, remove and lightly sand
openings the minimum required for good fit. Remove windows
and set aside until later.
33.
To protect the engine area from becoming oil soaked,
it needs to be “fuel-proofed.” Either polyurethane, CA, or
epoxy is good for this. Apply your fuel proofer to entire
engine area, firewall,sides and fues front. Open up screw holes
with toothpick while paint is wet. Let dry thoroughly.
34.
Carefully cut flashing material from base of cowl. Cut
out the opening for the prop shaft.
Using the measurement from step 9, position and
tack-cement engine on mounts (engine must parallel
mounts and point straight out from firewall).
Carefully cut cowl for engine cylinder clearance. Work
slowly, fitting and trimming until cowl overlaps the fuse
front by about 1/4”, hold with tape.
CAREFULLY REMOVE
FLASHING AT WIND-
SHIELD REAR
TRIM SCRAP FROM
REAR BY CUTTING
ON MARKED LINE
TRIM SCRAP FROM
FRONT BY CUTTING
ON MARKED LINE
