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Important note regarding use of adhesives.
For all joints involving Styrofoam wing cores it is
essential that you do not use any solvent based adhesives, and in particular any form of cyano-acrylate
glue. Use of such adhesives will destroy the foam and render the affected parts useless. Use only
solvent-free adhesives, such as Epoxy resin and/or Aliphatic Resin (white wood glue) if working
anywhere near exposed areas of Styrofoam.
Notes regarding the use of Epoxy Resin.
Epoxy alone is not a viable adhesive! However, the addition of appropriate additives makes for a
variety of excellent adhesives. Match the choice of additive to the job:
4.
Chopped cotton fibres – produces a tough but flexible joint.
5.
Superfine glass fibres - makes a rock-hard joint.
6.
Microbaloons – produces a highly effective, lightweight filler.
Assembling your Kult Mini DUO
The kit you have purchased includes all the parts required to complete the basic airframe (ARC) and
covering (ARF), but does not include adhesives or radio control components. You can make a
significant contribution towards the ultimate appearance and performance of your model by building
carefully and accurately. It is a well known fact that a poorly built model does not fly well and may be
difficult to control. A well built and properly trimmed model will reward the pilot and spectators with
good performance and accurate handling characteristics. Be patient, take your time; the effort will be
well worth while!
Note:
For those customers intending to install an electric drive system, please pay particular attention
to the parts of the instructions indicated with an asterisk (*).
The fuselage and V-tail.
Begin with assembly of the fuselage as this is the point of reference for all other parts.
Inserting the winch hook (*)
(Not applicable for the eclectic glider version)
Carefully measure and mark a point 375 mm from the nose
along the underside of the fuselage and
drill a 2.5mm
Ø
diameter hole. Cover the hole on the outside with tape to protect the surface and
roughen up the inside of the fuselage in the area of the hole. Now glue the hardwood tow hook support
block into place centrally over the hole using thickened epoxy.
Tip.
Use a self tapping screw, through the hole in the bottom of the fuselage to secure the support
block while the epoxy cures.
Completing the canopy.
The simulated Carbon canopy is supplied ready made, requiring only minimal finishing. Place the
canopy on the fuselage opening, carefully check the joint and adjust to fit perfectly. A good
appearance will be your just reward for a little extra time and effort at this stage.
Installing the canopy catch.
The forward canopy pin is held in place by the channelled hardwood support. The support is glued to
the inside of the canopy, at a position about 25mm inboard of the forward canopy opening in the
