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WING STRUTS. The wing was designed to be flown without wing
struts. The struts are intended for scale appearance only and use snap
fittings for quick set-up at the flying field. Before fitting struts, the
wing must be covered and checked for trueness (all warps removed),
once fitted in place, the struts are set and not adjustable.
Install #2 shoulder screws in wing at four strut mount locations.
When assembling struts, orient all hold-downs so side openings face
towards front of model (see photos above and illustration on page 5).
Bend one hold-down at center. Cut a recess in strut end and glue hol-
down flush in strut
Install strut on wing at front shoulder screw. Cut other end off at
the fuse, behind the L.G. fairing.
Bend, recess and glue second hold-down in bottom of strut end.
Attach this hold-down to fuse bottom using a #2 shoulder screw.
Install rear strut in same manner.
Cut rear strut to butt against front strut and glue. IMPORTANT:
the struts must not alter or twist the wing.
TAIL WIRE BRACING. To simulate bracing, use 1/16” elastic cord
(from sewing shop). Drill holes through tailwheel bracket, stab, and
fin at locations shown on plan (refer to label photos for more details).
Lace cord through holes and tie it off at tailwheel bracket, secure
knot with CA (apply a drop to cord ends for easier lacing).
PILOT FIGURE. A pilot figure adds a final touch of realism to the Cub,
especially during those low & slow fly-bys. Assemble and paint the pilot
per manufacturer. From scrap ply, make pilot platform and install it in
model as shown on plan sheet 1.
