KIT CONTENTS: We have organized the parts as they come out of the box for better identification
during assembly. We recommend that you regroup the parts in the same manner. This will ensure you
have all of parts required before you begin assembly.
MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY
(2) Main gear
(2) 85mm wheel
(8) 3mm x 15mm machine screw
(8) 3mm flat washer
(2) Door gear
(8) 3mm x 8mm machine screw
(8) 6mm flat washer
(2) Plastic plate
TAIL GEAR ASSEMBLY
(1) Tail gear
(1) 50mm Wheel
(1) Metal pushrod
(1) Collar
(2) 2.6mm x 10mm wood screw
(1) 5mm x 45mm machine screw
(1) 5mm flat washer
Bomb
(1) Plastic bomb
(2) 4mm x 30mm machine screw
(2) 4mm flat washer
(2) 8mm flat washer
(2) Set plastic bomb
(8) 3mm x 15mm machine screw
(8) 6mm flat washer
(1)
Plastic engine mount
THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM
(1) 1,3mm x 500mm metal rod
(1) 3,5mm x 350mm plastic tube
(2) Aluminum connector
(1) M2 Clevise
(1) Silicone tube
(1) 1.7mm x 300mm metal pushrod
FUEL TANK
(1) Nylon fuel Tank
(1) Metal clunk
(1) Pre - assembled stopper w / 3 tube
(2) Zip tie
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
(2) Aluminum dihedral
(4) Wing screw
(2) 4mm x 30mm nylon screw
(6) 2.6mm x 10mm wood screw
(2) 4mm x 35mm wood screw
(1) Plastic plate
(1) Circle plate
(1) Air tank
(1) Wooden plate
(1) Cowling
(1) Decal
(1) Instruction manual
ELEVATOR CONTROL SYSTEM
(2) Set aluminum control horn
(2) 3mm x 30mm machine screw
(4) 3mm x 12mm screw
(2) 6mm flat washer
(2) M3 Nut
(4) Aluminum ball
(4) Nylon ball link
(4) 4mm x 20mm machine screw
(4) 8mm flat washer
(4) 4mm flat washer
(2) 3mm x 40mm metal pushrod
RUDDER CONTROL SYSTEM
(2) Set aluminum control horn
(1) 3mm x 35mm machine screw
(2) 3mm x 12mm screw
(2) Aluminum ball
(2) Nylon ball link
(4) M3 Clevis
(4) Metal Cable
(8) Metal connector
(6) Crimp
AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM
(4) Set aluminum control horn
(2) 3mm x 25mm machine screw
(2) 3mm x 30mm machine screw
(4) 3mm x 12mm screw
(4) Aluminum ball
(4) Nylon ball link
(4) M3 clevis
(16) 2mm x 10mm wood screw
(2) 3mm x 105mm metal pushrod
(2) 3mm x 140mm metal pushrod
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I/C FLIGHT WARNINGS
Always operate in open areas, away
from factories, hospitals, schools,
buildings and houses etc. NEVER fly
your aircraft close to people or built
up areas.
THE PROPELLER IS DANGEROUS
Keep fingers, clothing (ties, shirt
sleeves, scarves) or any other loose
objects that could be caught or drawn
in, away from the propeller. Take care
at ALL times.
Keep all onlookers (especially small
children and animals) well back from
the area of operation. This is a flying
aircraft, which will cause serious
injury in case of impact with a person
or animal.
NEVER fly near power lines, aerials
or other dangerous areas including
airports, motorways etc.
NEVER use damaged or deformed
propellers or spinners.
DO NOT dispose of empty fuel
containers on a fire, this can lead to
an explosion.
NEVER fly in wet conditions or on
windy or stormy days.
ALWAYS adjust the engine from
behind the propeller, and do not allow
any part of your body to be in line
with the propeller.
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I/C FLIGHT GUIDELINES
Made in Vietnam
When ready to fly, first extend the
transmitter aerial.
Operate the control sticks on the
transmitter and check that the control
surfaces move freely and in the
CORRECT directions.
ALWAYS land the model INTO the
wind, this ensures that the model lands
at the slowest possible speed.
Switch on the transmitter.
Switch off the transmitter.
Check that the transmitter batteries
have adequate power.
Switch off the receiver.
Switch on the receiver.
ALWAYS take off into the wind.
Check that the wings are correctly
fitted to the fuselage.
If the model does not respond correctly
to the controls, land it as soon as
possible and correct the fault.
Empty the fuel tank after flying, fuel left
in the tank can cause corrosion and
lead to engine problems.
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INSTALLING THE STOPPER ASSEMBLY
1. The stopper has been pre-assembled at the factory.
2. Using a modeling knife, cut one length of silicon
fuel line (the length of silicon fuel line is
calculated by how the weighted clunk should
rest about 8mm away from the rear of the tank
and move freely inside the tank). Connect one
end of the line to the weighted clunk and the
other end to the nylon pick up tube in the
stopper.
3. Carefully bend the second nylon tube up at a
45 degree angle (using a cigarette lighter). This
tube will be the vent tube to the muffler.
4. Carefully bend the third nylon tube down at a
45 degree angle (using a cigarette lighter). This
tube will be vent tube to the fueling valve
When the stopper assembly is installed in the
tank, the top of the vent tube should rest just
below the top surface of the tank. It should not
touch the top of the tank.
8. Feed three lines through the fuel tank
compartment and through the pre-drilled hole in
the firewall. Pull the lines out from behind the
engine, while guiding the fuel tank into place.
Push the fuel tank as far forward as possible,
the front of the tank should just about touch the
back of the firewall. Blow through one of the
lines to ensure the fuel lines have not become
kinked inside the fuel tank compartment. Air
should flow through easily.
5. Test fit the stopper assembly into the tank. It
may be necessary to remove some of the
flashing around the tank opening using a
modeling knife. If flashing is present, make sure
none of it falls into the tank.
6. When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper
assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine
screw until the rubber stopper expands and
seals the tank opening. Do not over tighten the
assembly as this could cause the tank to split.
7. Using a modeling knife, cut 3 lengths of fuel line
150mm long. Connect 2 lines to the 2 vent tubes
and 1 line to the fuel pickup tube in the stopper.
INSTALLING THE ENGINE
This manual, we used the GT 33 OS
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165mm
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Machine screw
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M3 Clevis
Screw
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5. Secure the box cover.
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INSTALLING THE tail gear
1. The tail gear.
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5. Thread the metal connector to the link ball.
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6. Center the rudder servo using the radio and
install the servo arm. Attach the metal clevis to
the rudder servo arm.
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7. Slide a crimp onto the cable, then pass the cable
through the threaded cable end. Pass the cable
back into the crimp and use crimping pliers to
secure the crimp to the cable.
8. Thread the metal connector to the metal clevis.
9. Attach the clevis to the rudder servo. There
should be light tension on each of the wires
when installed properly.
Note:
Remember use thread locking compound
to secure.
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Screw
Crimp
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2. Secure the tail gear.
3. Slide and lock two cable to the arm of the tail
gear.
4. Slide and lock two cable to the arm of the rudder
servo.
155mm
2. Mount the wing to the fuselage. Using a couple
of pieces of masking tape, place them on the
top side of the wing 155mm back from the
leading edge, at the fuselage sides.
3. Turn the airplane upside down. Place your
fingers on the masking tape and carefully lift
the plane .
4. If the nose of the plane falls, the plane is nose
heavy. To correct this first move the battery
pack further back in the fuselage. If this is not
possible or does not correct it, stick small
amounts of lead weight on the fuselage under
the horizontal stabilizer. If the tail of the plane
falls, the plane is tail heavy. To correct this,
move the battery and receiver forward or if this
is not possible, stick weight into the firewall.
When balanced correctly, the airplane should
sit level or slightly nose down when you lift it up
with your fingers.
BALANCING
1. It is critical that your airplane be balanced
correctly. Improper balance will cause your
plane to lose control and crash.
THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS LOCATED
155mm BACK FROM THE LEADING EDGE
OF THE WING, AT THE FUSELAGE.
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CONTROL THROWS
1. We highly recommend setting up a plane using
the control throws listed.
2. The control throws should be measured at the
widest point of each control surface.
3. Check to be sure the control surfaces move in
the correct directions.
LATERAL BALANCE
After you have balanced a plane on the C.G.
You should laterally balance it. Doing this will
help the airplane track straighter.
1. Turn the airplane upside down. Attach one loop
of heavy string to the engine crankshaft and
one to the tail wheel wire. With the wings level,
carefully lift the airplane by the string. This may
require two people to make it easier.
2. If one side of the wing fall, that side is heavier
than the opposite. Add small amounts of lead
weight to the bottom side of the lighter wing
half's wing tip. Follow this procedure until the
wing stays level when you lift the airplane.
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open and close the canopy
3. Glue the plastic air scoop
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CA Glue
CA Glue
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Screw
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Metal connector
Zip tie
2. The air valve.
3. Attach the air valve to the servo.
4. Install the air tank.
1. Install the servo to the fuselage.
INSTALLING THE CONTROL AIR SYSTEM
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Air tank
INSTALLING THE plastic EXHAUST
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Screw
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1. Locate and glue the plastic exhaust.
2. Secure the plastic antena.
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I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l
Wingspan : 1820mm (71.65 inches)
Length : 1625mm (63.98 inches)
Weight : 6900gr
Engine : 25cc - 35cc
Radio : 7 channel - 9 servo,
Hi-T
orque ( Minimum 6 kg ).
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED
• Medium C/A glue
• 30 minute epoxy
• 6 minute epoxy
• Hand or electric drill
• Assorted drill bits
• Modeling knife
• Straight edge ruler
SUGGESTION
To avoid scratching your new airplane, do not unwrap
the pieces until they are needed for assembly. Cover
your workbench with an old towel or brown paper,
both to protect the aircraft and to protect the table.
Keep a couple of jars or bowls handy to hold the
small parts after you open the bag.
NOTE:
1. Please trial fit all the parts. Make sure you have
the correct parts and that they fit and are aligned
properly before gluing! This will assure proper
assembly. The LA9 size 25cc-35cc is hand made
from natural materials, every plane is unique and
minor adjustments may have to be made.
However, you should find the fit superior and
assembly simple.
2. The painted and plastic parts used in this kit are
fuel proof. However, they are not tolerant of many
harsh chemicals including the following: paint
thinner, C/A glue accelerator, C/A glue debonder
and acetone. Do not let these chemicals come in
contact with the colors on the covering and the
plastic parts.
SAFETY PRECAUTION:
• This is not a toy.
• Be sure that no other flyers are using your radio
frequency.
• Do not smoke near fuel.
• Store fuel in a cool, dry place, away from
children and pets.
• Wear safety glasses.
• The glow plug clip must be securely attached to
the glow plug.
• Do not flip the propeller with your fingers.
• Keep loose clothing and wires away from the
propeller.
• Do not start the engine if people are near. Do not
stand in line with the side of the propeller.
• Make engine adjustments from behind the
propeller only. Do not reach around the spinning
propeller.
• 2 bender plier
• Wire cutters
• Masking tape
• Thread lock
• Paper towels
• Rubbing alcohol
PREPARATIONS
Remove the tape and separate the ailerons
from the wing and the elevators from the stab.
Use a covering iron with a covering sock on
high heat to tighten the covering if necessary.
Apply pressure over sheeted areas to
thoroughly bond the covering to the wood.
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Remove the
covering
INSTALL THE AILERONS SERVOS & PUSHRODS
1. Attach the servo extension to the aileron servo.
Secure the connectors together using a large
piece of heat shrink tubing, tape or other
method for securing the connectors together.
2. Turn the wing panel right side up. Using a
modeling knife, remove the covering from over
the precut servo box.
3. Using the string as a guide and pass the string
from the servo opening to the hole in the root of
the wing.
Note:
A weigh tied to a string can be used first,
then tied to the servo lead to pull it through.
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Dihedral brace
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2. Slide the joiner to the horizontal stabilizer.
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Machine screw
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Plastic screw
11.Secure the wing to the fuselage using the
plastic screws.
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Plastic collar
8. Secure the air retract to the wing.
9. Install the window using the plastic collar.
10. Make the same way for install the second
landing gear.
7. Pull out the air tube through the wing section.
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Dihedral brace
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Remove the covering
1. Remove the covering from the fuselage.
3. Attach the stabilizer to the fuselage.
INSTALLING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
Glue C.A
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Remove the covering
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2. Slide the joiner to the rudder.
3. Glue the exit hole.
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INSTALLING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER
1. Remove the covering from the bottom of the
rudder.
4. Secure the stabilizer.
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SERVO INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS
1. Install the rubber grommets and brass collets
into the elevator, rudder and throttle servos.
Test fit the servos into the servo tray. Trim the
tray if necessary to fit your servos
2. Mount the servos to the tray using the mounting
screws provided with your radio system.
3. Working from inside the fuselage, slide the
threaded end of the pushrod until it reaches the
exit slot. Carefully reach in with a small screw
driver and guide the pushrod out of the exit slot.
INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD
1. Locate the pushrod exit slot on the right side
and left side of the fuselage. It is located
slightly ahead and below the horizontal
stabilizer.
2. Carefully cut away the covering material from
the slot.
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Elevator servo
Elevator servo
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Remove the covering
4. Slide a crimp onto the cable, then pass the
cable through the threaded cable end. Pass
the cable back into the crimp and use crimping
pliers to secure the crimp to the cable. Guide
the cable into the fuselage to the position for
the rudder servo.
Cable end
Crimp
Aluminum ball
Cable
Metal connector
Plastic ball link
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3. Install and secure the control horn to the rudder
using C.A glue.
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INSTALLING THE RUDDER SERVO
Install the rudder servo to the fuselage as shown.
INSTALLING THE RUDDER LINKAGES
The rudder is controlled by two metal cables.
Install the rudder linkages and cables as
below.
1. Use a hobby knife to remove the covering from
the openings for the rudder control cables.
2. The rudder has a block wood plate for mounting
the control horn. Two control horn in positioned
on both side rudder (left and right).
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Remove the covering
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3. Repeat step # 1 - # 2 to install the second
control horn on the aileron.
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Remove the
covering
INSTALLING THE CONTROL HORNS
1. The aileron has a block wood plate for mounting
the control horn. One aileron control horn in
positioned on each aileron.
6. Repeat step # 1 - # 5 to install the second
aileron servo in the opposite wing half.
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To the cowl
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5. Temporarily position the aileron servo into the
servo bay. Drill a hole through the four mounting
holes of the servo, drilling through the plywood
mounting plate in the wing. Install and remove a
servo mounting screw into each of the four
holes. Insert a drop of thin CA into the holes to
harden the wood. After the glue has cured,
install the servo into the servo bay using the
hardware that came with your servo. Center the
servo and install a servo arm as shown.
4. Tie the string from inside the wing to the end of
the servo wire. Pull the servo wire through the
wing with the string. Tape the servo wire to the
wing to prevent it from falling back into the
wing.
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Servo lead
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2. Insert and secure the control horn into the
aileron using the C.A glue.
control
3. Repeat step 1 - step 3 for the second aileron
linkage.
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2. Install the link ball to the control horn.
INSTALLING THE AILERON LINKAGES
1. The aileron linkages are assembled as shown
below.
INSTALLING THE flap
Repeat these step from installing the aileron for
installing the flap.
M3 nut
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Screw
Flat washer
Flat washer
M3 nut
Aluminum link ball
Servo arm
Plastic link ball
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To the cowl
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↑
To the cowl
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4. Repeat step # 1 - # 3 to install the control horn
for the flap.
105mm
22mm
22mm
120mm
22mm
22mm
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Elevator Control
Aileron Control
12mm
12mm
Rudder Control
30mm
30mm
Flap Control
15mm
12mm
12mm
FLIGHT PREPARATION PRE FLIGHT CHECK
1. Completely charge your transmitter and receiver
batteries before your first day of flying.
2. Check every bolt and every glue joint in your
plane to ensure that everything is tight and well
bonded.
3. Double check the balance of the airplane
4. Check the control surface
5. Check the receiver antenna . It should be fully
extended and not coiled up inside the fuselage.
6. Properly balance the propeller.
Aileron 12mm up
12mm down
Elevator 12mm up
12mm down
Rudder 30mm right
30mm left
Flap
15mm d
own
Low rate:
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8. Locate one nylon servo arm, and using wire
cutters, remove all but one of the arms. Using a
2mm drill bit, enlarge the third hole out from the
center to accommodate the elevator pushrod wire.
9. Plug the elevator servo into the receiver and
center the servo. Install the servo arm onto the
servo. The servo arm should be perpendicular
to the servo and point toward the middle of the
fuselage.
10. With the elevator halves and elevator servo
centered, carefully place a mark on the elevator
pushrod wire where it crosses the hole in the
servo arm.
11. Using pliers, carefully make a 90 degree bend
up at the mark made. Cut off the excess wire,
leaving about 8mm beyond the bend.
12. Make the same way for the second elevator.
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Control horn
Control horn
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4. Install the nylon clevis into the two elevator
pushrod. Make sure 6mm of thread shows inside
the clevis.
5. The control horn should be mounted on the
bottom, left side and right side of the elevator.
6. Remove the covering from the slot on the
elevator. Insert and secure the control horn in
place using the C.A glue.
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CA glue
7. Attach nylon clevis to the control horn and
secure it .
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Spring
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500mm
INSTALLING THE LANDING GEAR
1. Landing air retract.
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Collar
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4. Install the tube to the air retract.
3. Prepare the air tube.
6. Glue the plastic part by C.A glue.
5. Remove the covering.
2. Install and secure the wheel to the gear.
CA glue
INSTALLING THE THROTTLE SERVO
1. Install the rubber grommets and brass collets
into the elevator, rudder and throttle servos.
Test fit the servos into the servo tray. Trim the
tray if necessary to fit your servos
2. Mount the servos to the tray using the mounting
screws provided with your radio system.
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Zip tie
Do not secure the tank into place permanently
until after balancing the airplane. You may need
to remove the tank to mount the battery in the
fuel tank compartment.
9. To secure the fuel tank in place, apply a bead of
silicon sealer to the forward area of the tank,
where it exits the fuselage behind the engine
mounting box and to the rear of the tank at the
forward bulkhead.
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Engine
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Screw
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MOUNTING THE COWL
1. Measure and mark the locations to be cut out
for engine head clearance, needle valve,
muffler. Remove the cowl and make these cut
outs using a rotary tool with a cutting disc and a
rotary sanding drum attachment.
2. Slide the cowl back into place. Align the front of
the cowl with the crankshaft of the engine. The
front of the cowl should be positioned so the
crankshaft is in the middle of the precut
opening. Hold the cowl firmly in place using
several pieces of masking tape.
3. While holding the cowl firmly in position, drill
four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl
and the side edges of the firewall.
4.
Using a 3mm drill bit, enlarge the four holes in
the cowling.
Enlarging the holes through the cowl will prevent
the fiberglass from splitting when the mounting
screws are installed.
5. Slide the cowl back over the engine and secure
it in place using four 3mm x 12mm wood
screws.
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