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Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy
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Excel Modeling Knife
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Ruler
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Pencil
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Builder's Triangle
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220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
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(1) Fuselage
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(1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator
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(1) Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder
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(1) Colored Tape
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Masking Tape
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Paper Towels
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Rubbing Alcohol
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NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
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NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:
YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:
SECTION 7: HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL STABILIZER INSTALLATION
STEP 1: TAPING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER AND RUDDER
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Sand a 45º bevel into the right side of the leading edge of the rudder.
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Apply colored tape to each side of both the vertical stabilizer and the
rudder. To do this, begin by applying one strip of colored tape vertically
from top to bottom, parallel with the trailing edge (leading edge when
taping the rudder), and rub it down firmly.
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PRO TIP
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If any air bubbles form under the colored tape, prick the
bubble(s) with a T-Pin and rub the colored tape back down.
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Apply more strips of colored tape to cover the remainder of the
stabilizer and the rudder, making sure to overlap each piece about 1/8".
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Use a sharp modeling knife to carefully cut the colored tape flush
with the edges.
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While holding the rudder tight against the stabilizer, apply a strip of
clear tape (not included) to the top of the parts to hinge the rudder
into place.
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You can use the supplied colored tape as your hinge material, but
we prefer using 3/4" 3M Clear Plastic tape (3M No. 190). It's stronger
and easier to work with. It works great for hinging control surfaces.
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STEP 2: HINGING THE RUDDER
