9. WARNING: The cowl included in this kit is made of
fiberglass, the fibers of which may cause eye, skin and
respiratory tract irritation. Never blow into any fiberglass
part to remove fiberglass dust, as the dust will blow
back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a
particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling
and sanding any fiberglass part and thoroughly vacuum
the part and work area afterward.
Remember: Take your time and follow the
instructions to end up with a well-built model that is
straight and true.
If you have not flown a control line stunt model before,
we recommend that you get the assistance of an
experienced pilot in your club for your first flights. If
you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop
has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
In addition to joining a control line club, we strongly
recommend you join the AMA (Academy of Model
Aeronautics). AMA membership is required to fly at
AMA sanctioned clubs. Among other benefits, the AMA
provides insurance to its members who fly at
sanctioned sites and events. Additionally, training
programs and instructors are available at AMA club
sites to help you get started the right way. Contact the
AMA at the following address or toll-free phone number:
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org
ENGINE & LINE
RECOMMENDATIONS
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
Hardware & Accessories
In addition to the engine, lines, handle and
connectors previously listed, following is the list of
hardware and accessories required to finish the Top
Flite Control Line Nobler ARF. Order numbers are
provided in parentheses.
❏
3' [900mm] Standard silicone fuel tubing
(GPMQ4131)
❏
Aluminum fuel line plug (GPMQ4166)
❏
1-3/4" [45mm] White spinner (GPMQ4505)
-or-
❏
1-3/4" [45mm] Aluminum spinner (GPMQ4551)
and appropriate adapter (GPMQ4581 for O.S.
MAX LA and other engines with 1/4-28
crankshaft thread)
❏
1/4" [6mm] White striping tape (GPMQ1610)
❏
1/16" [2mm] White striping tape (GPMQ1580)
Adhesives & Building Supplies
In addition to common hobby tools and household
tools, this is the “short list” of the most important
items required to build the Top Flite Nobler ARF.
Great Planes
®
Pro
™
CA and Epoxy glue are
recommended.
❏
1/2 oz. [15g] Thin Pro CA (GPMR6001)
❏
Pro 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
❏
Threadlocker
™
thread-locking cement
(GPMR6060)
❏
Silver solder w/flux (GPMR8070)
❏
RTV silicone (for mounting fuel tank)
❏
#1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❏
#11 blades (5-pack HCAR0211, or 100-pack
HCAR0311)
❏
Drill bits: 1/16" [1.6mm], 3/32" [2.4mm], 1/8"
[3.2mm], 9/64" [3.6mm]
❏
1/8" [3.2mm] K&S brass tube or 1/8" [3.2mm] drill
❏
Small metal file
❏
Rotary tool such as Dremel
®
with cutting/grinding
assortment (for cutting holes in fiberglass cowl)
❏
Stick-on segmented lead weights (GPMQ4485)
❏
Top Flite Panel Line Pen (TOPQ2510)
❏
Sandpaper assortment
A .35-.46 cu in [5.5-7.5cc] two-stroke glow
engine is recommended for the Top Flite Nobler
ARF. Our test models performed superbly with
the O.S.
®
MAX .40 LA-S and a Top Flite 11 x 4
Power Point
®
wood prop. This combination
provided good line-tension and lap times on 60'
lines. A .46 engine could be used as well, but
expect faster speeds with this setup. For most
engines, .015" [.38mm] multi-strand lines are
recommended, but .018" [.46mm] multi-strand
lines are recommended if flying with a .46 engine.
#132 U156 .015" x 60' [.38mm x 18m] lines
(SULP2632)
#135 U186 .018" x 60' [.46mm x 18m] lines
(SULP2635)
#136 U187 .018" x 70' [.46 x 21.3m] lines
(SULP2639)
#166 IJ1 Standard handle (SULP2866)
#148 80 lb. [36kg] test line connectors
(SULP2948–pkg. of 2)
Note: We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with
a top quality, thoroughly tested kit and instructions,
but ultimately the quality and flyability of your
finished model depends on how you build it;
therefore, we cannot in any way guarantee the
performance of your completed model, and no
representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.
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