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hinge lines on the top surface. ON the FULL
SIZED aircraft, some had this strip; others did
not, so it is left to you to decide if you want to
cover the hinge line. To do so, simply remove
the clear plastic backing, and using a hobby heat
iron, set at medium temperature, apply the
covering, ensuring that the flaps and ailerons are
deflected in the down position while applying.
Finally, locate and assemble the strut assemblies.
The wing components consist of bracket, small
bolt, washer and the ball connector/
The ball links are attached to the struts. Finally
there are 2 longer bolts and washers that hold the
strut to the fuselage. The bolt holes are located
just above the main landing gear – for now place
the fuse attachment bolts into those holes.
The wing attachments are bolted to the wing
temporarily. Later, during final setup, I would
suggest applying Lock Tight once you are
satisfied with the setup.
FUSELAGE
Note: You can follow you own building
sequence if you wish. I have developed this
sequence as a matter of personal choice.
LANDING MAIN GEAR
The gear for this plane is just a little bit more
complicated to assemble due to the added wheel
pant and fuselage fairings.
Take your time and be prepared for a number of
trial fits before final assembly. The effort is well
worth it.
Locate all of the pieces to complete the gear.
The parts include:- axles, wheels, collars, wheel
pants and attachment bolts, pant and fuse fairings
and 4 bolts and lock washers to attach assembly
to fuselage.
The wheels that come with the kit are perfect for
Asphalt or short grass strips. You may wish to
purchase 5 inch or greater wheels if you fly from
a rough field.
Prepare the axle by creating a slight slot near the
end so that the locking stud of the collar will tie
down into it. Place one collar on axle, then wheel,
the outside collar. You can adjust the wheel for
centering after installation.
IF you have purchased larger wheels, make the
wheel openings in the wheel pants larger using a
sanding drum on a Dremal tool.
