Global Hobby Kwik Fly II ARF Instructions For Final Assembly

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY

The Global Kwik Fly II ARF is distributed exclusively by

Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle,

Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Distributors Version V1.0 February 2003

Kit Product Number 125822

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Specifications:

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Wing Span: 66.5 Inches

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Wing Area: 830 Square Inches

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Length: 52.5 Inches

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Weight RTF: 8 - 9 Pounds

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Wing Loading: 22 - 25 Ounces Per Square Foot

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Functions: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder, Throttle & Optional Flap

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Power: .61 - .91 2-Stroke or .80 - .91 4-stroke

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Radio: 4 - 5 Channel w/5 - 6 Standard Ball Bearing Servos

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Warning ............................................................................................... 2

Introduction ..................................................................................................... 3

Section 1: Our Recommendations ....................................................4

Section 2: Tools and Supplies Required .......................................... 5

Section 3: Kit Contents ..................................................................... 5

Section 4: Replacement Parts .......................................................... 7

Section 5: A Note About Covering ....................................................7

Section 6: Wing Assembly ................................................................ 8

Section 7: Stabilizer Installation......................................................10

Section 8: Control Surface Hinging ................................................ 13

Section 9: Main Landing Gear Installation .....................................14

Section 10: Nose Gear Installation ................................................. 16

Section 11: Engine Installation ....................................................... 17

Section 12: Fuel Tank Assembly & Installation .............................. 20

Section 13: Servo Installation .........................................................22

Section 14: Throttle Linkage Installation ........................................ 24

Section 15: Elevator Control System Installation ........................... 25

Section 16: Rudder Control System Installation ............................ 28

Section 17: Aileron Control System Installation .............................30

Section 18: Center-Flap Control System Installation .....................31

Section 19: Final Assembly............................................................. 33

Section 20: Balancing the Kwik Fly II ARF .....................................36

Section 21: Lateral Balancing the Kwik Fly II ARF......................... 37

Section 22: Control Throws............................................................. 37

Section 23: Preflight Check & Safety ............................................. 38

Section 24: Flying the Kwik Fly II ARF ........................................... 39

Section 25: Kwik Fly II ARF Trimming Chart .................................. 40

Product Evaluation Sheet ............................................................................ 43

SAFETY WARNING

This R/C airplane is not a toy! If misused or abused, it can cause serious bodily injury and/or damage to property. Fly only in open areas and preferably at a dedicated R/C flying site. We suggest having a qualified instructor carefully inspect your airplane before its first flight. Please carefully read and follow all instructions included with this airplane, your radio control system and any other components purchased separately.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION To make your modeling experience totally enjoyable, we recommend that you get experienced,

knowledgeable help with assembly and during your first flights. Your local hobby shop has information about flying clubs in your area whose membership includes qualified instructors. If there is no hobby shop in your area, we recommend that you contact the AMA at the address below. They will be able to help you locate a flying field near you.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie IN 47302-9252

(800) 435-9262

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OUR GUARANTEE

Global guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship, at the date of purchase. This does not cover any component parts damaged by use, misuse or modification. In no case shall Global's liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.

In that Global has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the final user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Global Kwik Fly II ARF. Before completing the final assembly of your new airplane, please carefully read through this instruction manual in its entirety. Doing so will ensure your success the first time around!

Global Kwik Fly II ARF Features:

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Completely Prebuilt from Balsa, Light Plywood and Foam

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Classic, Great-Flying Design

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Expertly Covered with Real Heat-Shrink, Iron-On Covering Material

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Prepainted Fiberglass Cowling

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Durable Heavy-Duty Landing Gear Wires

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Center-Flap Option for Extra-Slow Landings

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Clear Molded Canopy

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All Hardware Included - Wheels, Fuel Tank, Engine Mount, Pushrods, Etc.

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Fast & Easy Assembly - Over 60 High-Resolution Digital Photos Guide You

This instruction manual is designed to guide you through the entire final assembly process of your new airplane in the least amount of time possible. Along the way you'll learn how to properly assemble your new airplane and also learn tips that will help you in the future. We have listed some of our recommendations below. Please read through them before beginning assembly.

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Please read through each step before beginning assembly. You should find the layout very complete and straightforward. Our goal is to guide you through assembly without any of the headaches and hassles that you might expect.

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There are check boxes next to each step. After you complete a step, check off the box. This will help prevent you from losing your place.

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Cover your work table with brown paper or a soft cloth, both to protect the table and to protect the parts.

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Keep a couple of small bowls or jars handy to put the

small parts in after you open the accessory bags.

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We're all excited to get a new airplane in the air, but take your time. This will ensure you build a straight, strong and great flying airplane.

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If you come across this symbol ☞, it means that this is an important point or an assembly hint.

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SECTION 1: OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

This section describes our recommendations to help you in deciding which types of accessories to purchase for your new Global Kwik Fly II ARF. These suggestions are not set in stone, but they should provide you with a good starting point.

What Engine Should I Use?

The Kwik Fly II will fly great on a variety of engines, so which engine you choose really depends on how you want to fly the airplane and on personal preference. For general sport flying, a .61 two stroke or .80 four stroke would be an ideal choice. Either of these engines will provide good overall performance and will pull the airplane through most aerobatic maneuvers with ease. Both engines can be mounted sideways and still use their stock mufflers, although the .61 size two stroke engine will require the use of a muffler extension so the muffler will clear the bottom of the fuselage.

For all-out aerobatics a .91 two stroke or .91 four stroke would be a great choice. Either of these engines will provide an excellent power-to-weight ratio, resulting in nearly unlimited vertical performance. Both engines can be mounted sideways and still use their stock mufflers, although the .91 size two stroke will require the use of a muffler extension so the muffler will clear the bottom of the fuselage.

What Servos Should I Use?

There really is no reason to go overboard on high-priced, ultra-precision servos. A good, standard, dual ball bearing servo with a minimum of 40 ounces of torque will work well on the flight-control surfaces and a standard bushing servo will be good for use on the throttle and the center-flap.

Do I Need To Use the Center-Flap?

The center-flap is optional, so, no, you don't need to use it. If you decide you want to make it functional you will need one extra standard servo and a 5 channel radio control system to operate it. Hardware is included to hinge the center-flap and connect it to the servo. If you choose not to use the center-flap, it can be locked into place using the hardware included.

What Else Do I Need?

The Kwik Fly II includes all of the hardware you'll need to finish the airplane. You will need some basic building materials, such as adhesives, protective foam rubber for your radio gear and fuel tubing. You will also need a couple of 12" servo extensions and a Y-Harness to connect the two separate aileron servos. We've provided a comprehensive list below of the items we used on the airplane shown in this instruction manual.

Here's What We Used to Finish Our Kwik Fly II ARF:

QTY. 1 210803 Magnum XL .61ARNV 2-Stroke Engine

QTY. 1 280153 Magnum Muffler Extension for XL .61ARNV Engine

QTY. 5 Cirrus Ball Bearing Standard Servos

QTY. 1 Cirrus Ball Bearing Standard Servo (Optional for Center-Flap Assembly)

QTY. 2 444713 Cirrus 12" Servo Extension Cord

QTY. 1 444728 Cirrus Y-Harness

QTY. 1 608660 APC 12 x 6 Composite Propeller

QTY. 1 115493 Thunderbolt R/C Long Glow Plug

QTY. 1 115923 Global XX Silicon Fuel Tubing

QTY. 1 868638 Dubro 1/4" Protective Foam Rubber

QTY. 1 592634 Williams Bros. Scale Sportsman Pilot (Optional)

IMPORTANT The part numbers listed for the Cirrus extension cords and Y-harness are compatible with Hitec and JR radio control

systems. These items are also available with connectors that are compatible with Futaba and Airtronics radio control systems.

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SECTION 2: TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED

The tools and supplies listed below will be necessary to finish the final assembly of your Kwik Fly II ARF. We suggest having these items on-hand before beginning assembly.

❑ Kwik Bond Thin C/A # 887500 ❑ Kwik Bond Thick C/A # 887510 ❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy # 887560 ❑ Kwik Bond 30 Minute Epoxy # 887565 ❑ Kwik Bond C/A Debonder # 887545 ❑ Pacer Z-42 Threadlocker # 339162 ❑ # 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver ❑ # 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver ❑ 3mm Hex Wrench ❑ Adjustable Wrench ❑ Wire Cutters ❑ Needle Nose Pliers ❑ Excel Modeling Knife # 692801 ❑ Scissors

SECTION 3: KIT CONTENTS

❑ Electric Drill

❑ Assorted Drill Bits

❑ Dubro T-Pins # 567685

❑ Ernst Airplane Stand # 223977

❑ Rotary Tool w/Cutting Disc & Sanding Drum

❑ Ruler

❑ Pencil

❑ Builder's Triangle

❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

❑ Masking Tape

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks # 864204

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups # 864205

We have organized the parts as they come out of the box for easier identification during assembly. Before you begin assembly, group the parts as we list them below. This will ensure that you have all of the parts before you begin assembly and it will also help you become familiar with each part. If you find any parts missing or damaged, please contact us below:

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AIRFRAME ASSEMBLIES

❑ (1) Fuselage ❑ (1) Right Wing Panel w/Aileron ❑ (1) Left Wing Panel w/Aileron ❑ (1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator Halves ❑ (1) Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder

❑ (2) 3-1/8" Threaded Wires w/90º Bend

❑ (2) Nylon Control Horns w/Backplates

❑ (4) 2mm x 30mm Machine Screws

❑ (2) Nylon Clevises

❑ (2) Nylon 90º Snap Keepers

❑ (8) C/A Style Hinges

AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM

THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM

❑ (1) 18" Pushrod Wire w/Z-Bend ❑ (1) Adjustable Servo Connector Assembly

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KIT CONTENTS CONTINUED....

MAIN LANDING GEAR ASSEMBLY

❑ (2) Prebent Main Gear Wires ❑ (2) Main Gear Wheels ❑ (6) Nylon Landing Gear Straps ❑ (2) 4mm Nylon Spacers ❑ (2) 4mm Wheel Collars w/Set Screws ❑ (12) 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws

NOSE GEAR ASSEMBLY

❑ (1) Prebent Nose Gear Wire ❑ (1) Nose Gear Wheel ❑ (1) Nylon Steering Arm w/Set Screw ❑ (2) 4mm Nylon Spacers ❑ (2) 4mm Wheel Collars w/Set Screws ❑ (1) 18" Pushrod Wire w/Z-Bend ❑ (1) Adjustable Servo Connector Assembly

ELEVATOR CONTROL SYSTEM

❑ (2) 23-3/4" Nylon Pushrods ❑ (2) 5-7/8" Threaded Pushrod Wires ❑ (2) Nylon Control Horns w/Backplates ❑ (4) 2mm x 15mm Machine Screws ❑ (3) Nylon Clevises ❑ (1) Nylon Pushrod Joiner Plate ❑ (1) 2mm x 20mm Machine Screw ❑ (2) 2mm x 10mm Wood Screws ❑ (4) 2mm Flat Washers ❑ (1) 2mm Hex Nut ❑ (6) C/A Style Hinges

ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY

❑ (2) Engine Mounting Beams ❑ (4) 4mm x 20mm Socket-Cap Screws ❑ (4) 4mm Blind Nuts ❑ (4) 4mm x 25mm Socket-Cap Screws ❑ (4) 4mm Lock Nuts ❑ (12) 4mm Flat Washers

RUDDER CONTROL SYSTEM

❑ (2) 23-3/4" Nylon Pushrod ❑ (2) 5-7/8" Threaded Pushrod Wires ❑ (1) Nylon Control Horn w/Backplate ❑ (2) 2mm x 15mm Machine Screws ❑ (2) Nylon Clevises ❑ (3) C/A Style Hinges

FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY

❑ (1) 360cc Fuel Tank ❑ (1) Large Diameter Metal Plate ❑ (1) Small Diameter Metal Plate ❑ (1) Rubber Stopper ❑ (1) Fuel Pick-Up "Clunk" ❑ (1) 3mm x 20mm Machine Screw ❑ (1) Silicon Fuel Tubing ❑ (2) Aluminum Tubing

MISCELLANEOUS WING PARTS

❑ (1) Hardwood Wing Joiner ❑ (2) 5mm x 50mm Machine Screws ❑ (2) 5mm Flat Washers ❑ (1) Center-Flap ❑ (1) Plywood Center-Flap Servo Tray ❑ (1) Nylon Control Horn w/Backplate (small) ❑ (2) 2mm x 20mm Machine Screws ❑ (1) 5-7/8" Threaded Pushrod Wire ❑ (1) Nylon Clevis ❑ (1) Nylon 90º Snap Keeper ❑ (4) C/A Style Hinges

MISCELLANEOUS FUSELAGE PARTS

❑ (1) Prepainted Molded Fiberglass Cowling ❑ (1) Clear Molded Canopy ❑ (1) Spinner Assembly w/Wood Screws ❑ (4) 3mm x 10mm Wood Screws ❑ (4) 3mm Flat Washers

MISCELLANEOUS PARTS

❑ (1) Length of Clear Tubing ❑ (1) Decal Set ❑ (1) Adhesive Striping Tape

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To convert inches into millimeters: Inches x 25.4 = mm

To convert millimeters into inches: Millimeters / 25.4 = in

SECTION 4: REPLACEMENT PARTS

Global stocks a complete line of replacement parts for your Global Kwik Fly II ARF. Listed below are the replacement parts that are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. We suggest ordering directly from your local dealer. If your dealer does not stock Global products, you can order directly from us at the address shown below:

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Global Kwik Fly II ARF - Complete .................... 125822

Instruction Manual ............................................. 120435

Wing Set ............................................................ 120436

Fuselage Set ..................................................... 120437

Stabilizer Set ..................................................... 120438

Fiberglass Cowling ............................................ 120439

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Clear Canopy ..................................................... 120440

Engine Mount Set .............................................. 120441

Hardware Set ..................................................... 120442

Fuel Tank Assembly ........................................... 120074

Decal Set ............................................................ 120443

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SECTION 5: A NOTE ABOUT COVERING

The covering material used on the Kwik Fly II ARF is real iron-on, heat-shrink covering material, not cheap "shelf paper." Because of this, it is possible with heat and humidity changes that the covering on your airplane may wrinkle or sag. This trait is inherent in all types of heat-shrink material. To remove any wrinkles that might be visible you will need to purchase, or borrow from a fellow modeler, a heat iron. If you need to purchase one, the Global Heat Sealing

Iron # 360900 is recommended.

Follow this simple procedure to remove the wrinkles:

❑ Plug in and turn on the sealing iron to the medium-high temperature setting. Allow the iron to heat up for approximately

5 - 7 minutes.

❑ After the iron has reached temperature, lightly apply the iron to the wrinkled section of the covering. Move the iron

slowly over the wrinkled section until the covering tightens and the wrinkles disappear. You will notice that the color of the covering will darken when it is heated. When the covering cools back down, it will return to its normal color.

If the color layer smears from any of the seams the temperature of the iron is too hot. Turn the temperature dial down

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and wait about 5 minutes for the iron to adjust to the lower temperature. You can remove any excess color streaks using a paper towel soaked with a small quantity of Acetone.

WARNING

We do not suggest storing your airplane in an extremely hot environment (like the back of your car in direct sunlight) for any length of time. The extreme heat could cause the covering material to wrinkle or sag and possibly damage the clear canopy, and the fragile components of the radio system.

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SECTION 6: WING ASSEMBLY

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:

❑ (1) Right Wing Panel w/Aileron ❑ (1) Left Wing Panel w/Aileron

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:

❑ Kwik Bond 30 Minute Epoxy ❑ Excel Modeling Knife ❑ Ruler ❑ Pencil ❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

Step 1: Installing the Wing Joiner

❑ Remove the aileron and hinges from each of the two wing panels and set them aside for now.

❑ (1) Hardwood Wing Joiner

❑ Masking Tape ❑ Paper Towels ❑ Rubbing Alcohol ❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks ❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

❑ Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the excess

covering material that overlaps onto the root ribs of each wing panel, leaving about 1/16" overlapped so it does not pull away.

IMPORTANT It's very important to the integrity of the wing

center section joint that you remove as much covering material from the root ribs as possible.

❑ Use a ruler and a pencil to locate and draw a vertical

centerline on each side of the hardwood wing joiner.

❑ Test-fit the wing joiner into each wing panel. It should

slide easily into each panel up to the centerline you drew.

If it does not fit properly, use 220 grit sandpaper with a

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sanding block to lightly sand the edges and tips of the joiner, until you are satisfied with the fit.

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IMPORTANT The wing joiner is straight. There is no top

or bottom.

❑ Slide both wing panels together with the wing joiner

temporarily installed (without using glue).

❑ Look carefully at the center section joint: the wing panels should fit together tightly with few or no gaps in the joint.

If the wing panels do not fit together properly, remove the wing joiner and use 220 grit sandpaper with a sanding

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block to lightly sand the edges and tips of the joiner, until you are satisfied with the fit.

❑ When satisfied with the fit, pull the wing panels apart and remove the wing joiner.

Step 2: Joining the Wing Panels

❑ Apply a long strip of masking tape to the top and bottom

edges of the root rib on each wing panel.

The masking tape will prevent excess epoxy from getting

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onto the wing panels when you join them.

❑ Mix a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy. Working with only one wing panel for now, apply a thin layer of epoxy

inside the wing joiner box and to only half of the wing joiner. Make sure to cover the top and bottom, as well as the sides, and use enough epoxy to fill any gaps.

❑ Slide the wing joiner into the wing panel up to its centerline. Quickly remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and

rubbing alcohol, and allow the epoxy to set up before proceeding.

❑ After the epoxy has set up, test-fit both wing panels together again to double-check that they still fit together properly.

Check the leading and trailing edges, too. It's important that they be even with each other.

❑ Mix a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy and apply a thin layer to the exposed half of the wing joiner, the inside of

the wing joiner box in the second wing panel, and the entire surface of BOTH root ribs. Make sure to use enough epoxy to fill any gaps.

❑ Slide the two wing panels together and realign them. Quickly wipe away any excess epoxy using a paper towel and

rubbing alcohol, and use pieces of masking tape to hold the two wing panels aligned until the epoxy fully cures.

Step 3: Checking the Center Section Joint

❑ Once the epoxy has fully cured, remove the masking tape and double-check the center section joint. If any gaps are

present, mix a small amount of 30 minute epoxy and carefully fill any remaining gaps. Quickly remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol, and allow the epoxy to thoroughly cure.

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SECTION 7: STABILIZER INSTALLATION

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:

❑ (1) Fuselage ❑ (1) Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator Halves ❑ (1) Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:

❑ Kwik Bond 30 Minute Epoxy ❑ # 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver ❑ Excel Modeling Knife ❑ Dubro T-Pins ❑ Ernst Airplane Stand ❑ Ruler ❑ Pencil

Step 1: Mounting the Wing

❑ (2) 5mm x 50mm Machine Screws ❑ (2) 5mm Flat Washers

❑ Builder's Triangle ❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block ❑ Masking Tape ❑ Paper Towels ❑ Rubbing Alcohol ❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks ❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

❑ Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the

covering material from over the top and bottom of the two predrilled holes in the trailing edge of the wing. The holes are located 3/4" in front of the trailing edge and 1-1/4" out from the centerline.

❑ With the fuselage upside down, place the wing into the wing saddle and push the trailing edge down into place.

❑ Align the predrilled holes in the wing with the preinstalled

blind nuts in the wing mounting block inside the fuselage. Secure the wing into place using two 5mm x 50mm machine screws and two 5mm flat washers.

Don't overtighten the screws. You don't want to crush

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the wing.

IMPORTANT The gap between the trailing edge of the wing and the back of the wing saddle is normal. This area will be

covered by the center-flap when it's hinged later.

Step 2: Aligning & Installing the Horizontal Stabilizer

❑ Remove the elevator halves and hinges from the horizontal stabilizer and set them aside for now.

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❑ Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the covering

material from over the horizontal and vertical stabilizer mounting slots in the back of the fuselage.

❑ Using a ruler and a pencil, measure and draw a vertical

centerline across the top of the horizontal stabilizer.

❑ Carefully slide the stabilizer into the mounting slot, making sure that the trailing edge of the stabilizer, at the bottom, is

even with the back edge of the fuselage.

IMPORTANT The trailing edge of the stabilizer must not extend past the back of the fuselage or the rudder won't line up

properly when it's hinged later.

❑ Carefully center the stabilizer from side-to-side using the

centerline you drew as a guide. It should be centered down the middle of the vertical stabilizer mounting slot when viewed from the top.

❑ When satisfied with the alignment, hold only the trailing

edge of the stabilizer in position using a T-Pin.

IMPORTANT The front of the stabilizer should be able to

pivot from side to side and the back should stay firmly in place and aligned.

❑ With the wing mounted to the fuselage, use a ruler to

measure the distance between the tips of the stabilizer and the tips of the wing. Pivot the front of the stabilizer until both of these measurements are equal.

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❑ When you are satisfied that the stabilizer is square to the wing, use a pencil to draw a couple of marks on each side of

the front of the stabilizer where it and the fuselage sides meet, then use a couple of pieces of masking tape to hold the stabilizer firmly in place and aligned.

❑ With the stabilizer held firmly in place, look from the front

of the airplane at both the wing and the stabilizer. When aligned properly, the stabilizer should be parallel to the wing.

If the stabilizer is out of alignment, remove it and use 220

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grit sandpaper with a sanding block to sand down the higher side of the stabilizer mounting slot, then reinstall the stabilizer and check the alignment once more. Repeat this procedure until you are satisfied with the alignment.

❑ With the stabilizer properly aligned, use a pencil to draw a line on each side of the stabilizer where it meets the

fuselage sides. Do this on both the top and the bottom.

❑ Remove the stabilizer. Using a modeling knife, carefully

cut away and remove the covering material from between the lines you drew. Do this on both the top and the bottom.

WARNING When cutting through the covering to remove it,

cut with only enough pressure to cut through only the covering itself. Cutting down into the balsa structure could weaken the stabilizer and cause it to fail during flight.

❑ Mix and apply a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy to ONLY the top and bottom gluing surfaces of the stabilizer.

IMPORTANT Because the stabilizer has to slide in place through the fuselage, apply epoxy only to the stabilizer. This will

prevent the epoxy from spreading over the entire length of one half of the stabilizer when you slide it into place.

❑ Slide the stabilizer back into place and realign it, double-checking all of your measurements once more before the

epoxy sets up. Quickly remove the excess epoxy and use pieces of masking tape to hold the stabilizer in place until the epoxy has fully cured.

❑ After the epoxy has fully cured, remove the masking tape and look closely at the glue joint. If there are any gaps

between the stabilizer and the fuselage, fill them using 30 minute epoxy for added strength. Again, before the epoxy sets up, remove any excess using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol.

Step 3: Aligning & Installing the Vertical Stabilizer

❑ Remove the rudder and hinges from the vertical stabilizer

and set them aside for now.

❑ Push the vertical stabilizer down into its mounting slot.

To align it properly, the stabilizer should be even with the back edge of the fuselage and it should be pushed down firmly. The dorsal fin should also be aligned with the middle of the fuselage.

❑ Using a builder's triangle, check to make sure that the

vertical stabilizer is aligned 90º to the horizontal stabilizer.

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❑ While holding the vertical stabilizer firmly in place, use a pencil to draw a line on each side of the stabilizer where it

meets the top of the fuselage.

❑ Carefully draw an outline of the vertical stabilizer and the dorsal fin onto the top of the fuselage.

❑ Remove the stabilizer. Using a modeling knife, carefully

cut away and remove the covering material from below the lines you drew on the stabilizer. Also, remove any covering material from the base of the stabilizer and dorsal fin, too.

❑ Using a modeling knife, carefully cut away and remove

the covering material from inside the outline you drew on top of the fuselage.

❑ Apply a generous amount of 30 minute epoxy to the gluing surfaces of both the stabilizer and the stabilizer mounting

slot in the top of the fuselage. Apply epoxy inside the outline you drew on top of the fuselage and to the bottom of the dorsal fin, too.

❑ Push the stabilizer down into place and realign it, double-checking all of your measurements once more before the

epoxy sets up. Quickly remove the excess epoxy and use pieces of masking tape to hold the stabilizer in place until the epoxy has fully cured.

SECTION 8: CONTROL SURFACE HINGING

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:

❑ (21) C/A Style Hinges

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:

❑ Kwik Bond Thin C/A ❑ Kwik Bond C/A Debonder ❑ Excel Modeling Knife

Step 1: Hinging the Ailerons

For flutter-free control surfaces it is imperative that the hinges be glued in properly. This includes both having a tight hinge gap and using plenty of thin C/A glue.

❑ (1) Center-Flap

❑ Ernst Airplane Stand

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Center each of the hinges within its precut slot in both

ailerons. If you can't push the hinge in halfway, carefully cut the slot deeper using a modeling knife.

❑ Carefully glue each hinge into place using 5-6 drops of

thin C/A on each side of the hinge. Do not use thick C/A or

epoxy. Use only thin C/A for proper adhesion.

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If any C/A gets onto the aileron, it can be removed

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promptly using a paper towel soaked with a small quantity of C/A Debonder.

❑ Working with one aileron and wing panel for now, slide the aileron and its hinges into the precut hinge slots in the

trailing edge of the wing panel, making sure that the leading edge of the aileron is pushed firmly up against the trailing edge of the wing panel and that the outer end of the aileron does not rub against the wing tip.

❑ While holding the aileron tight against the wing panel,

pivot the aileron down about 45º and apply 5-6 drops of thin C/A to the exposed area of each hinge. Turn the wing panel over and repeat for the other side of the hinges.

Remove any C/A that may run down the hinge line using

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C/A Debonder.

❑ Allow the C/A to dry for about 15 minutes, then pivot the

aileron up and down to free up the hinges.

❑ Repeat the previous procedures to hinge the second aileron.

IMPORTANT After the C/A has fully cured, gently grasp each aileron and pull on it like you are trying to pull out the

hinges. The hinges should hold securely. If one or more hinges feels loose, apply more C/A to the hinge(s) and allow it to completely cure.

Step 2: Hinging the Center-Flap, Elevator Halves & Rudder

❑ Hinge the center-flap, elevator halves and rudder using the same techniques as hinging the ailerons. The center-flap

is hinged using four hinges and the elevator halves and the rudder each use three hinges. When hinging the center-flap, the outer ends of the center-flap should be equally spaced between the inside edges of the ailerons. When hinging the elevator halves and the rudder, the outer ends of the control surfaces should not rub against the stabilizers. Remember, after allowing the C/A to fully cure, pull on the control surfaces and the center-flap to check the integrity of the hinges.

SECTION 9: MAIN LANDING GEAR INSTALLATION

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS FROM THE KIT:

❑ (2) Prebent Main Gear Wires ❑ (2) Main Gear Wheels ❑ (6) Nylon Landing Gear Straps

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES:

❑ # 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver ❑ Excel Modeling Knife ❑ Electric Drill

Step 1: Installing the Landing Gear Wires

❑ Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the covering material from over the precut landing gear mounting slot in

the bottom of each wing half. Each slot is 4-1/8" long and 1/8" wide.

❑ (2) 4mm Nylon Spacers ❑ (2) 4mm Wheel Collars w/Set Screws ❑ (12) 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws

❑ 5/64" Drill Bit ❑ Ruler ❑ Pencil

The slots are located 5" out from the wing centerline and 5-1/2" back from the leading edge.

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