THUNDER TIGER TIGER STICK 40 Assembly Instructions Manual

JE2028 V.2

Assembly Instructions

Warranty

Thunder Tiger Corp. guarantees this model kit to be free from defects in both material and
workmanship at date of manufacture. This warranty does not cover any components
damaged by use or modification, and in no case shall Thunder Tiger's liability exceed the
original purchase price of the kit. Thunder Tiger also reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty without notice.

Since Thunder Tiger Corp. has no control over possible shipping damages or construction
by the modeler, no liability can be assumed nor accepted for damage resulting from the
use by the user or the final user-assembled product. By the act of using this user­assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability. If the buyer is not prepared to
accept this liability, he should return this kit in new and unused condition to the place of
purchase for a full refund.

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No.4509

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TIGER

STICK 40

Specification:

Wing Span: 58.5” (1485mm)
Length: 50.1” (1272mm)

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Wing Area: 714sq.in. (46dm)
Weight: 5lbs. (2.2kg)
Radio: 4CH Req’d
Engine: 40-46 Req’d

TIGER STICK 40

TIGER

STICK 40

MEMO

INTRODUCTION

Introduction

A checklist is also provided on the next page which
will make shopping for these items easier.

OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY

Radio - A 4- channel radio with 4 standard servos is

required. Most lower priced 4-channel radios only
come with three standard servos so you may need to
purchase the fourth servo separately.

All of us at Thunder Tiger want to thank you for choosing the best looking, easiest building and
best flying ARF sport flyer available the Tiger Stick 40.The kit features state-of-the-art
engineering that provides quick and easy assemble of a strong, yet lightweight airplane that will
give you an enjoyable and educational experience.

To gain the most from this airplane kit, it is important that you read the instructions thoroughly
and then follow them exactly. This instruction manual has been written with a novice modelers in
mind, but includes many hints and modeling tips that even experienced modeler can benefit from.
We strongly suggest that you read through the construction sequence and eliminate many
questions you might have if you did not read the manual prior to starting the actual construction.

The first thing you should do before beginning assembly is to check the contents of your kit
against the parts list on pages 4 and 5. If any parts are missing, contact your dealer or authorised
Thunder Tiger Distributors immediately for replacement.

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INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................2

OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED.......................................................................................2

ITEMS NEEDED.....................................................................................................3

PARTS DRAWING...............................................................................................................4-5

PRE-ASSEMBLE NOTES....................................................................................6

WING..........................................................................................................6-8

FUSELAGE..............................................................................................................8

ENGINE........................................................................................................8-9

FUEL TANK...........................................................................................................9

TAIL.............................................................................................................9-10

RADIO......................................................................................................11

CONTROL THROWS......................................................................................................12

BALANCE......................................................................................13

FLIGHT CHECK & SAFETY CAUTIONS............................................................................14-15

TABLE OF CONTENTS

No.1263-65

ACCESSORIES

TIGER STICK 40

Carry Master-Thunder Tiger offer a complete

organizer of field equipment. All you need is included.

Tools-Model assembly can be much easier if the proper
tools are used. Therefore we have included in our
checklist to above, a complete listing of all the tools we
used to assemble our prototype models. As you will
notice, many household tools can be utilized during
construction.

Engine The Thunder Tiger GP-42 and F-75S are the ideal
engines for this airplane. These quiet running engines are
easy to start, require no special break in periods, are very
easy to maintain and will last for years.

Flight Equipment There are several “support” items
that you will need to purchase in order to get your engine
running and your plane in the air. These are listed at the
bottom.

ITEMS NEEDED

Comprehensive Items Needed Check List

4-Channel Radio with 4 Standard Servos

5-Minute Epoxy (4 ounces or so)

30-Minute Epoxy (4 ounces or so)

“Thin” Instant Adhesive (1/2 ounce)

“Thick” Instant Adhesive (1/2 ounce)

Hobby Knife and Blades

Epoxy Mixing Sticks and/or Brushes

Sandpaper (150 grit)

Masking Tape

Rubbing Alcohol

Paper Towels

Ruler

90 Degree Triangle

Fine-Point, Felt-Tip Pen

Misc. Household Tools

Drill and Bits (1/16", 3/32")

Flight Equipment Needed Check List

Foam Rubber Padding for the radio

Stick on Lead Strip for balancing the plane

3 or 4 Props (see engine instructions)

10%-15% Glow Fuel

Fuel Pump or Bulb

Electric Starter or “ Chicken Stick”

Glow starter

Extra Glow Plug(s)

Silicon Tubing

Adhesives- You will need two types of adhesives for the
Tiger STICK - Epoxy and Instant ( cyanoacrylate )
adhesives. We recommend that you purchase both 5­minute and 30-minute epoxy to cut down on assembly
time, but you can get by with only 30-minute epoxy if time
is no important. You will also need a small bottle of both
"Thick" and "Thin" instant adhesive.

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No.9041

No.9802

PARTS DRAWINGS

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2-1/4” Spinner (1)

AS9144 Tail Gear Set

3102 Adjust Engine Mount

PE0009 Hardware Set

3283W Spinner Set

AS9147 Control Horn

3263 Fuel Tank

3x3mm Set Screw (1)

Allen Wrench (1)

Push Rod
Connector (1)

2mm Washer (2)

2mm Hex Nut (1)

3x12mm

Screw (2)Hatch

Backplate (1)

3x16mm Wood Screw (4)

Engine Mount Plate (1)

Beams (L/1, R/1)

As9145 Rudd/Elev. Pushrod

3292 Wheel Set

Wheel (2)

Elev (1)

2.3X12mm Screw (4)

Nut Plate (2)

Control Horn (2)

Al. Main Gear (1)

300cc Fuel Tank (1)

Clunk (1)

Cap(1)

90-degree Nipple (1)

Rubber Stopper (1)

Silicone Tube (1) Straight Nipple (1)

Tail Gear (1)

4X20mm Screw (4)

Tail Wheel (1)

Collar (1)

AS9146 Landing Gear Set

3X14mm Screw (3)

3mm Flat
Washer (3)

4mm Lock Nut (2)

Collar (2)

4x35mm Screw (2)

3x3mm
Set Screw (1)

3x12mm
Wood Screw (2)

Mounting Strip (1)

3x4mm
Set Screw (2)

Rudd (1)

Clevis (2)

Silicon Ring (2)

Fuselage (1)

PARTS DRAWINGS

AS9141 Aileron Pushrod

AS9139 Fuselage Set

AS9140 Wing Set

AS9142 Forward Pushrod

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Left Wing (1)

Right Wing (1)

Aileron Servo Tray (1) Plastic Wing Plate (1)

Torque Rod Horn (2)

Wing Joiners (1)

Fin/Rudder (1)

Stab./Elevator (1)

Clevis (2)

Pushrod (2)

0.05" Piano Wire (2)

AS9143 Tail Feathers

TIGER STICK 40

4X40mm Wing Bolt (4)

3X15mm Screw (2)

4mm Flat
Washer (4)

3mm
Washer (2)

CA Hinge(8)

Silicon Ring (2)

CA Hinge(7)