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GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Thank you, for purchasing this
Stevens Aeromodel
G-480 – Groove. This kit provides the builder and pilot a refreshing
change of pace from heavy “ARF” style plywood box airframe construction and blends stick and tissue design methods of
the past with state of the art CAD technology and precision interlocking laser cut parts; the result is something you will find
truly exceptional to build and fly. Please keep in mind that this kit is intended for a novice-intermediate builder and
intermediate-advanced pilot. If you do not meet these criteria it is recommended to seek help from a more experienced
builder / pilot.
Best Regards,
Bill Stevens
[email protected]
Stevens AeroModel
“Laser Engineered Kits”
4550 Beaumont Rd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
Assembly Tips
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
and the plan sheet prior to starting any work!
Tape plans to work table. Cover with clear painters drop clot, wax paper, or plastic wrap.
Join all joints with Thin CA unless otherwise specified.
DO NOT REMOVE THE PARTS FROM THE BALSA SHEETS UNTIL REQUIRED!
In-fact while the balsa
parts are still retained in the sheets now is a good time to run a few good swipes with a sanding block over both
sides of the sheet to remove any resin/residue from the laser cutting process.
DO NOT FORCE THE FIT
– when in doubt double check your parts – Many of the joints will be exceptionally
snug it is recommended that each part be worked into position slowly by rocking the part back and forth. I like
to use a rat-tail file to knock the edge off of the interlocking components to ease assembly. If you feel that you
have a poor connection check first to see that the part is not upside down. Reference each piece against the
plan sheet or photo.
Making solid glue joints: Hold parts together on top of plan sheet using moderate pressure to fit parts - wick thin
CA into joint. (There is no need to pin parts to work table as all pieces interlock and self - jig.)
