Top Flite A0305 INSTRUCTION BOOK Part 1

Before beginning construction ofyour Bonanza you should
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WARRANTY.
materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Top purchased kit. Further, Top Flite reserves the right
In that Top Flite has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no
liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final
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assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product the user accepts all
user resulting liability.
If
the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the useofthis product, the
buyer is advised to immediately return this kit in new and unused condition to the place
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to
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FIRST. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONSAND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USEOFTHIS MODEL.
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INTRODUCTION
PRECAUTIONS
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
Tail configuration Engine selection Exhaust system Retractable landing gear
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Flaps
TOP FLITE SCALE ACCESSORIES
Operational lighting Scale cockpit interior
NOTES FOR COMPETITION MINDED MODELERS
DOCUMENTATION
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED
Accessories Building supplies
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS
TYPES OF WOOD
METRIC CONVERSIONS
NOTES FROM THE DESIGNER
DIE-CUT PATTERNS
GET READY TO BUILD
BUILD THE TAIL SURFACES
Make the skins for the tail surfaces Build the stab and elevators (straight Build the fin and rudder (straight Build the stab and ruddervators (V Make the stab tips
BUILD THE WING
Make the wing skins Preparations Build the outer wing panels
Sheet the top of the wing panels
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Finish the outer wing panels Build the center section Sheet the top of the center section
Prepare the bottom of the wing for sheeting.28 Sheet the bottom of the wing panels Cut out the wheel wells
Build the wing tips
Build the flaps
Build the ailerons
Mount the flap and aileron servos Join the wing panels
BUILD THE FUSELAGE
Preparation
Build the bottom of the fuselage
Mount the servos
Finish framing the fuse Sheet the fuselage sides Glue the tail cone together
MOUNT THE V-TAIL STAB
Build the turtle deck (V
Hook up the ruddervators
Fit the tail cone
MOUNT THE STRAIGHT-TAIL STAB AND FI N
Center the stab Align the stab horizontally
Mount the fin
Build the turtle deck (straight
Hook
up the rudder and elevator Build the dorsal fin Fit the tail cone
MOUNT THE ENGINE
MOUNT THE NOSE LANDING GEAR
Fixed gear Retractable gear
FINISH CONSTRUCTION
Hook
up the throttle Sheet the forward deck and bottom Fit the cabin top Mount the cabin top Fit the windows Mount the wing to the fuse
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Sheet the bottom of the wing center section 60 Make the belly pan Build and fit the cowl to the fuselage
FINISHING
Fuel proofing Cabin details Scale details Final sanding Cover Top Flite MonoKotefilm Painting Join the control surfaces Glue in the windows Make door and hatch outlines Apply the decals
GET YOUR MODEL READY TO FLY
Balance your model Balance the airplane laterally Install your receiver and battery pack Control surface throws
PREFLIGHT
Charge your batteries Balance your propellers Find a safe place to fly Ground check your model Range check your radio Engine safety precautions
FLYING
Fuel mixture adjustment Takeoff Flying Landing
Flaps
TWO-VIEW DRAWING
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PROTECT YOUR MODEL,
YOURSELF
&
OTHERS-FOLLOW
THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTION
Your Beechcraft Bonanza is not a toy, but a sophisticated working model that functions very much like an actual airplane.
Because of its realistic performance,
not assemble and operate your Bonanza correctly, you could possibly injure yourself or spectators and damage property.
To
make your totally enjoyable, get assistance with assembly and your first flights from an experienced,
knowledgeable modeler.
avoid risking your model before you’re truly ready
to
solo.
about flying clubs in your area whose membership
includes qualified instructors.
Aeronautics (AMA), which has more than 2,300 chartered clubs across the United States. We recommend you join the AMA which will insure you at AMA club sites and events. AMA Membership is required at chartered club fields where qualified flight instructors are available.
phone number below:
Your local hobby shop has information
You can also contact the Academy of Model
Contact the AMA at the address or toll
R/C
SINCE
modeling experience
You’ll learn faster and
1936
AcademyofModel Aeronautics
51 51 East Memorial Drive
Fax (765) 741
Muncie,
(800)
IN
47302
435-9262
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0057
if
you do
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Your Top Flite Gold Edition Beechcraft Bonanza is intended for scale and general sport flying including stall turns, rolls, etc. Its structure is designed to withstand such stresses. your Bonanza for more abusive types of flying such as racing, aggressive aerobatics, or flying from rough fields, it is your responsibility to reinforce areas of the model that will be subjected to the resulting unusually high stresses.
Thank you for purchasing the
Edition Beechcraft Bonanza.
From this kit you can build either the V35B
V-tail (1 970, 1971
If
1971). be intimidated. Actually, the V
to build than the straight tail because it has fewer
parts! See page 7 for more comments on the differences between the V
Since this is a scale model with lots of detail, you’ll find it takes a little longer to complete than the sport models you’ve built before. But since this is a Top Flite Gold Edition kit, it isn’t more difficult to build than those sport models. The Top Flite
Bonanza uses the same materials and standard construction techniques you’ve already become accustomed to. You won’t have to learn anything new to end up with a first class scale model! Not only that, nearly all of the trim schemes you’ll find on full size Bonanzas are quite simple and should be easy to duplicate with Top Flite The Top Flite Beechcraft Bonanza is an excellent
Sportsman or Expert Scale subject. Its large size and accurate scale outline afford you the opportunity to go a ll out with as many extra details
as you like. And with the abundance of Bonanzas
at airports around the country, finding a full scale
plane to model shouldn’t be a problem. The option
of building either a V
up the possibilities even more!
mild
aerobatics such as loops,
If
you intend to use
I
NTRODU
)
you like the looks of the V-tail best, don’t
CTl
ON
Top Flite Gold
or the F33A straight tail (1970,
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tail is a little easier
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tail and the straight tail.
MonoKote film!
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tail or conventional tail opens
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Anyone who has mastered a low wing sport model should be able to fly the Bonanza without difficulty. It handles very much like a full size Bonanza
Beechcraft Bonanza is eligible for IMAA* events. In order to be IMAA legal some of the control components and hardware may need to be replaced to conform to Giant Scale rules even though this model does not require heavy duty hookups.
the Top Flite Bonanza are available separately including a full cabin interior, in system, and a complete lighting kit. See the Scale Accessories section on page
information.
*IMAA (International Miniature Aircraft Association)
is an organization that promotes non
flying of giant scale models.
starting to build! broken or defective, or if you have any questions about building or flying this model,
please call us at (217) 398 glad to help. parts, please look up the part numbers and the
kit
of the carton) and have them ready when calling.
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smoothandpredictable.
Because of its 81” wingspan, the Top Flite
Several scale accessories specially designed for
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cowl exhaust
5
for more
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competitive
International Miniature Aircraft Association
Please inspect all parts carefully before
identification number (stamped on the end
IMAA
205
S.
Hilldale Road
Salina, KS 67401
If
any parts are missing,
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If
you are calling for replacement
8970 and we’ll be
PRECAUTIONS
You must build the plane
plans and instructions.
model, as doing
unflyable model.
instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those instances you should assume the plans and written instructions are correct.
2.
You must take time to
and
strong.
3.
You must use a proper RIC class condition, the correct sized correct throughout your building process.
4. components on the ground and in the air.
5.
every flight operating, and you must make certain that the model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check external nylon clevises often and replace
them
6.
you must competent, experienced
directions to end up with a well
components
You must properly
You must
if
they show signs of wear.
If
you are not already an experienced
NOTE:
We, as the kit manufacturer, can provide you with a top quality kit and great instructions, but ultimately the quality and flyability of your finished model depends on how 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 completed model.
Remember: Take your time and follow
is straight and true.
so
may result in an unsafe or
In a few cases the plans and
so
that the model operates properly
test
the operation of the model before
to
insure that all equipment is
fly
the model
according to the
Do
not alter or modify the
build straight, true
radio
that is in first
(fuel tank, wheels, etc.)
install
only with the help
R/C
pilot.
engine
all R/C and other
you
-
built model that
R/C
build
of
and
pilot of a
it;
your
DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE
TAIL CONFIGURATION
You
may build your Bonanza as a
or a
V-tail.
both. The main differences in construction are building the tail surfaces themselves, the way they mount to the fuse, and the turtle deck sheeting.
ruddewators
you will need a computer radio with V or a servo mixer such as the Ace MixMaster
(ACEM2510). However, the Bonanza will fly just
fine with elevators only and no rudder input.
not be intimidated by the V-Tail configuration. It flies beautifully and is as easy straight tail.
Complete instructions are provided for
If
you wish to utilize the elevators as
(elevators and rudder) on the V-tail,
ENGINE SELECTION
.60
The Bonanza will fly
recommended engines. The 4
and most
prop at lower RPM’s. This is often desirable for
scale realism. Many
produce about as much horsepower as the
popular
the Bonanza well.
ball bearing, Schnuerle-ported engine is highly
recommended. Our prototype Bonanza weighed
13 pounds with all of the options, including flaps,
scale cockpit interior and operational lighting,
and was flown with a SuperTigre
a Top Flite Power Point 12x8 prop at 9,600 RPM.
This engine provided excellent performance
and more than enough power, even in gusty
winds.
power this model, the extra horsepower is
not
hold a range of engines from
through 1.20 4
Recommended engine size:
to
.91
cu.
in.
2-stroke
-or-
.90to,120 cu.
well
.75
2-stroke engines will turn a larger
.60
2-stroke engines
.75
or .90 2-stroke engines and will fly
If
you use a
Although larger engines can be used to
needed.
The included adjustable engine mount will
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stroke.
straight
tail
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tail mixing
Do
to
handle as the
in.
4-stroke
with any of the
-
stroke engines
.60
2-stroke,
G-75.
It turned
.60
2-stroke
a
EXHAUST SYSTEM
A Top Flite header and muffler are available that will fit inside your cowl. They are designed for 2
-
stroke engines mounted horizontally, as
used on the model and shown in the instructions.
For part numbers see the accessory list on page 6.
RETRACTABLE LANDING GEAR
You may build the Bonanza either with fixed or retractable landing gear. Of course, fixed gear will be much easier to install than retracts; but we provide detailed instructions on retract installation chose the Robart #BZA80 retracts because they are specially designed for this model. This
landing gear is a special adaptation of the Robart #640 systems may work as well but it is up to you to
make modificationsto fit them into the model.
so
you should have no trouble. We
mains and the #631 nose gear. Other
FLAPS
This model was designed to incorporate scale
flaps; however,flaps are optional are not
necessary
Without flaps, the takeoff roll is longer and the
landing speed is faster.
The flaps are not difficult to build, but they do require good craftsmanship to nicely scale appearance while causing no bad effects. Only slight trim correction is needed when they are used with the recommended throws. They are a highly recommended who wish to install them. More information on the use of the flaps may be found in the “Flying” section.
For part numbers see the accessory list on page
for an excellent flying experience.
fit
to
the model’s flight characteristics and
well. Flaps add
fun
option
for those
5.
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Operational lighting
ROTATING BEACON
ING
NAVIGATION
(GREEN
An operational lighting system (TOPQ7912) has been developed specially for the Top Flite Bonanza and was installed in our prototypes. Guidelines are provided in this manual for building the wiring into the wing and building brackets to hold the wing tip and tail navigation lights. You can install the lights in the fuse at any time. The instructions included with the lighting kit provide information on how to hook everything up. The lighting kit includes one rotating beacon for the top
of
the fuselage, one landing light for the front of the cowl, and three navigation or wing tips and tail cone (green in the right wing tip, red in the left wing tip, and white in the tail cone). you would like toadd the strobe lights in the wing tips, order RAM #RAM01 (RAMQ2301) and purchase additional clear lenses directly from RAM.
LIGHTS
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RIGHT, RED-LEFT)
\
STROBE LIGHT
position
lights for the
If
Scale cockpit interior
Your model won't be complete without the Top Flite Beechcraft Bonanza Scale Cabin Interior (TOPQ8402). It includes the floor, side panels, full instrument panel and six seats! You can install the Cabin Interior at any time because the cabin top is removable but it's easiest the model while it's under construction. The servos
pushrods are located
and be installed without any modification.
to
build the cockpit into
so
the Cabin Interior can
NOTES
FOR
COMPETITION
MINDED MODELERS
We designed our model from Beechcraft's own
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view drawings and from measurements
1969 3 taken from a V35B at a local airport. The model scale is 1 5 .
If
you plan to enter your Bonanza in scale competition (it's lots of fun, and the runways are almost always paved!), this kit qualifies for
Scale
and the
Sport Scale.
same flight requirements where you must perform ten maneuvers of which five are mandatory. have never competed in a scale contest, you could start out in Fun Scale. In Fun Scale, the only documentation you need for static judging is any proof that a full size aircraft of this type, in the
painffmarkings scheme on your model, did exist. single photo, kit box cover, even a painting is sufficient proof! AMA for a rule book which will tell you everything you need
magazine
The trim scheme of the Bonanza on your kit box
was
inspired
taken from one particular plane.
concerned with an exact scale trim scheme you
can duplicate the one on the kit box, make a variation of the one on the box, or design your own trim scheme.
competition use the photos in your documentation
package as a guide for your trim scheme.
Sportsman
Fun Scale and Sport Scale have the
If
to
know. Look in the back of the AMA
Model Aviation
by several trim schemes and is not
If
you are goingtocompete in scale
and
Expert
you're interested, contact the
for a schedule of events.
If
you are not too
Fun
classes in
If
you
A
DOCUMENTATION
three view drawings and photo packs of full size Beechcraft Bonanzas are available from:
Scale Model Research,
31 14 Yukon Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 979
-
8058
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED
Accessories
These are additional items you will need to complete your Bonanza that are your kit. Order numbers are in parentheses
(GPMQ4130). Our exclusive brand is listed
where possible:
is the Great Planes brand, and HCA is the Hobbico brand.
4-to 6-channel radio with 6to 9 servos (2) 24"extension for ailerons (2) 12"extension for elevator and rudder servo (1)"Y 3-1/2" Main Wheels (ROBQI51 2-3" Nose Wheel (ROBQI513)
(6)
3/16 Wheel Collars (GPMQ4309)
14 oz. Fuel Tank (GPMQ4106) 2-3/4" White Spinner (GPMQ4525) 36"Medium Silicone Fuel Tubing (GPMQ4131)
1 / 2 R/C Foam Rubber Padding (HCAQ1050)
1/5 Scale Pilot Figures (WBRQ2485)
Fuel Filler Valve (GPMQ4160)
Exhaust Deflector (HCAP2175)
3-4 rolls Top Flite Super MonoKote covering,
see
Paint, see
Propellers,
TOP
is the Top Flite brand,
Harness for ailerons
Finishing
on page 64
Finishing
see
the engine instructions
on page 64
Items for V-tail with elevator only:
(1)"Y
Harness for elevator servos
V
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tail with elevator only)
For Flaps, the following additional items will be
required:
(1)
"YHarness
OR
(2) 9"Servo Extensions (1) Dual Servo Extension
Robart #309 Super Hinge Points (ROBQ2509)
Two standard servos
not included
6)
(if
building
with
GPM
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For an In Cowl Muffler setup, the following items will be required:
O.S
.61SF&FX Top Flite Header (TOPQ7920) SuperTigre .61-.90KTop Flite Header (TOPQ7925) SuperTigre .75-.9OG Top Flite Header (TOPQ7926)
.61-.75
Bonanza In CowlMuffler (TOPQ7917)
BUILDING
SUPPLIES
Here's a checklist of supplies you should have on hand while you're building.
Planes Pro
CA
and
We recommend Great
Epoxy.
Glue/Filler
4 oz. Thin CA (GPMR6003) 4 oz. Medium CA+ (GPMR6009) 2 oz. Thick CA-(GPMR6015) CA Accelerator (GPMR6035) CA Debonder (GMPR6039) CA Applicator Tips (HCAR3780)
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minute epoxy (GPMR6047)
30
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minute epoxy (GPMR6045)
6
Pro Wood Glue (GPMR6161)
J
&
Z
Products
Z
RC/56
canopy glue (JOZR5007) Microballoons (TOPR1090) Milled Fiberglass (GPMR6165) Lightweight Hobby Filler (Balsa Color, HCAR3401)
Auto body filler (Bondo@or similar) 3M #75 Spray Adhesive (MMMR1900)
Denatured or lsopropyl Alcohol
Tools
#11 Blades (HCAR0311, 100 qty.)
Single Edge Razor Blades (HCARO312, 100 qty.) Razor Plane (MASRl510) X-Acto@Building Square (XACR7726) X-Act0 Building Triangle (XACR7725)
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Pins (HCAR5100-small, HCAR5150
T
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medium, HCAR5200-large)
Drill Bits:
1/16
"
3/32
17/64
"
9/32 1/8 5/16 5/32
"
9/64" or #29
" " "
Q 3/16" u11/64"or#10
"
1 / 4 13/64
or #7
Tools
(Cont.)
1/4-20 Tap and drill set (GPMR8105)
8-32 Tap and drill set (GPMR8103)
Kyosho"
LexarP
Curved Scissors (KYORl 01
Long handle 9/64 ball driver (GPMR8004)
"
Long handle 3/32
ball driver (GPMR8002) Silver Solder (GPMR8070w/flux) Masking Tape Wax Paper Easy-Touch'"Bar Sanders* Heat Gun (TOPR2000) Trim Seal
Tool
(TOPR2200) Hot Sock (TOPR2175) Sealing Iron (TOPR2100)
EASY-TOUCH
TM
HAND SANDER
*A flat, durable, easytohandle sanding necessity for building a well finished model. Great Planes makes a complete range of
Sanders Easy-Touch adhesive-backed sandpaper.
building the Bonanza we used two 5-1/2" Bar Sanders and two
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80
Here's the complete list and adhesive backed sandpaper:
5 11 22" Bar Sander (GPMR6172)
12' roll of Adhesive
80 150 220
Assortment pack
We also use 3M 320 sandpaper
(patent pending) and replaceable
11"
grit and 150-grit adhesive-backed sandpaper.
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1/ 2 Bar Sander (GPMR6169)
"
Bar
Sander (GPMR6170)
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grit (GPMR6180)
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grit (GPMR6183)
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grit (GPMR6185)
for
Bar Sanders equipped with
of
Easy-Touch Bar Sanders
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backed sandpaper
of
5-1/ 2 strips (GPMR6189)
-
finish sanding.
grit or 400-grit wet-or-dry
tool
Easy-Touch Bar
While
is a
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
There are
0)
number and a length.
threads per inch, and a length.
For example 4
instructions, it means that you should first position the part on the assembly without using any glue, then slightly modify or necessary for the best fit.
.
should rely upon your experience to decide what type of glue to use. When a specific type of adhesive works best for that step we will tell you what type of glue to use.
either30-
30 recommended that you use only 30 because you will need the working time and/or the additional strength.
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model or or airplane is right side up and will be referred the top even that step, main spar even if the wing is upside down when you are working on it. Similarly,
up
fuselage even you are working on it.
angles and down thrust angles shown on the fuselage side view are in reference to the stepped main fuselage stringer (the stepped stringer), which is set at thrust shown on the bottom view is in reference to the centerline of the fuselage. Remember, this is
two
types of screws used i\n this kit:
Sheet metal screws are designated by a
For example #4 x 5/8":
Machine screws are designated by a number,
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40 x 3/4":
When you see the term
Whenever the term
Whenever
just
glue
epoxy
is specified you may use
test fit
custom fit
in the
the part as
is used this means you
minute epoxyor6-minute epoxy. When
-
minute epoxy is specified it is highly
Occasionally we refer to the
up
or
down.
bottom
of the model is as it would be when the
i.e.
To avoid confusion, the
if
the model is upside down during
the top main spar is always the top
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minute epoxy
toporbottom
move the former
of the
top
to
means move the former toward the top of the
if
the fuselageisupside down when
Incidence and Thrust Angles: The incidence
x
3/8"x36
1/4"
0".
The right
as
"
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the
bottom view
so
right thrust is viewed as an
offset to the left from the bottom.
When you get to each step, read that step
completely through to the
end
before you begin. Frequently there is important information or a note at the end of the step that you need to know before you start.
Photos
and
step they refer to. Frequently
sketches
are placed
you
can study photos
ahead
of the
in following steps to get another view of the same parts.
COMMON ABBREVIATIONS USED IN
BOOK
THIS
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Balsa Basswood
Inch Scale
0
"
0
10
Metric Scale
AND ON THE PLANS:
Deg=Degrees Ply
=
Plywood
=
Fuselage
Fuse LE
=
Leading Edge (front)
LG
=
Landing Gear
=
Left
Lt
=
Right
Rt Stab
=
Stabilizer
TE
=
Trailing Edge (rear)
"
=
Inches
=
Elevator
Elev
TYPES
.
20
OF
WOOD:
1
"
30
40 50
Plywood
2
"
60
70
INCHES
Scale Accuracy:
view drawings from Beechcraft dated 1969. In addition,
measurements of all aircraft components were taken from a V35B Bonanza at a local airport.
Wing Design:
Beam"type of wing spar rather than the more traditional "D­Tube called an approximately wing was designed with an absolute minimum number of seams that must be sanded on the finished wing. The result is a very smooth wing.
Flaps:
approaches and slower landing speeds. They do exactly the same on this model. The improvement in performance is well worth the effort.
Landing Gear:
that the strut extends instead of the end. This allows landing stresses distributed across three ply reinforced ribs, rather than being concentrated at the end of the rail.
install retractable landing gear,Ihighly recommend the Robart units especially designed for the Bonanza. They are
very robust and include shock absorbing struts. One of our
prototype models was built with Robart a #607 nose unit. Though adequate, they required a lot of maintenance and occasional repair. Gear doors would look great on this model but you will have modifications
3
"
80
X
25.4
=
MM
(CONVERSION FACTOR)
1/64
"=.4 mm 3/4"=19.0 mm
1/32
"=.8 mm
1/16
=
1.6rnm
3/32
"=2.4
118"
5/32 3/16 114"=6.4 3/8
1/2"
5/8
"
type construction. Actually, the design could be
90
mm
=
3.2
rnrn
"=4.0
rnrn
=
4.8
mrn
mrn 21"=533.4 mm
=
9.5rnm
=
12.7rnrn 30"=762.0 mm
=
15.9
rnrn 36"
NOTES
FROM
The Bonanza was designed using three
The TF Bonanza was designed with an
"I-
Tube". This simplifies construction and is
50%
Flaps on the full scale aircraft allow steeper
If you are installing fixed gear you will note
if
you want to install then. The mounting rails
4
"
100
110
1"
=
25.4 mm
2"
=
50.8 mm
3
"=76.2 mm 6=152.4 mm 12
"=304.8 mm
18=457.2 mm
24
"
=
609.6 mm
= 914.4 mm
THE
DESIGNER
stronger than D-Tube designs. The
out
from the center of the groved rail
#606HD
5
"
120
130
140
-7-
If
you plan
mains and
to
do some
6"
150
to
160
are designedtominimize damage in the event of hard landings or contact with obstacles.
Fuselage Design:
conventional. The cabin top is a LARGE ABS piece and drove many of the other design elements -such as how get it into the box! But itdoes simplify construction and
looks great. concerned with access can be permanently glued in place, allowing the seams be filled in. We found that ifyou choose your trim design carefully, the seams are pretty well hidden.
The cabin area is reinforced with more than strong enough,
reinforce the area with some basswood rails along the bottom of formers F2, F4 and F6 across the width fuselage. We have included ample extra 1/4" x 3/8"
basswood material for this purpose.
"1-
V-Tailvsstraight tail:
not a Bonanza if it isn't a V
rumors about V
you shouldn't be. The V
easy
V-Tail!
aV
structure and pushrods and showing
found intimidating.
Do
will simplify radio installation and allow full utilization of the
ruddervators but it is in no way required. Simply connect the ruddervator servos together with a Y elevators. Or use one of the many mixers available
be
obtain V-Tail mixing. Incidentally, this model duplicates
virtually all of the flight characteristics of the full size aircraft.
to
The rudders are somewhat ineffective and it has the
characteristic Bonanza tail wiggle. The differential throw when rudder is applied having more up throw than down. This compensates for a nose down tendency otherwise. Try use a computer radio. We used a Futaba radio and did get the required compensation as you will note in the recommended control throws section.
Will It Really FlyOna
scale like as well. Our test flying was done with a new Super Tigre .75 with a TF in winter and it was cold so we weren't able
engine very well. at 9,600 RPM and we never felt a need for more power. flew in a very scale like manner.
Good luck and good flying.
flying your Bonanza as much as
It
to
fly.
I,
Just
kidding.Itwas designing the model tobe either
-
Tail or straight tail, using the same basic mounting
You Need a Computer Radio?
The fuselage design is fairly
is designedtobe removable but ifyou are not
to
the fuel tank and cabin interior it
1/8
I
would recommend that you
I
personally feel that a Bonanza is
-
-
Tails being hard tobuild or difficulttofly,
on
the other hand, was intimidated by the
It
Tail.Ifyou are intimidated by
-
Tail is easier to build and
.60
Size Engine?
was turningaTF 12-8 Power Point prop
I
lite ply. While it is
it
all on the plans that
NO!!
A computer radio
-
cable and use them as
full
to
duplicate this ifyou
-
cowl muffler.Itwas during
hope you enjoy building and
I
did designing it.
of
just
size aircraft has
-
the ruddervator
YES!! And very
to
dial in the
the
it
to
to
as
I
to
It
GET
READY
TO
BUILD
BUILD THE TAIL SURFACES
1. Unroll the plan sheets, then roll them inside
out
so
they lie flat.
2.
Remove all the parts from the box. Use a
ballpoint pen (not a felt
name or size on each piece
later. Use the identify and mark the die remove them from their die parts already have numbers stamped on them, but in some cases the number is located alongside the parts. You may remove all the die their die sheets now or wait until you need them. If a part is difficult to remove, don't force it out but cut around it with a parts from their die sheets, lightly sand the edges to remove slivers or die
some of the larger scraps of wood.
Note: If you are going to install retracts, don't
punch out the round
3/32
"
apply thin CA around the lightening hole to glue it
in place.
die-cut patterns
DO NOT PUNCH OUT THE
ROUND LIGHTENING HOLE
balsa wing ribs W4, W5 and W6. Instead,
-
tip pen) to lightly write the
so
you can identify it
on pages
-
cut parts before you
-
cut sheets. Many of the
-
cut parts from
#I1
blade. After you remove the
-
cutting irregularities. Save
W4, W5,
lightening hole
in the die-cut
W6
8
&
9
to
Make the skins
1. See the Hot Tip that follows and use six
1/16
"
x
3
"
1/16"x the straight
finlrudder skin from three more 1/16
balsa sheets.
x
9
"
x
30
"
-
tail, make a third
for
the tail surfaces
30"balsa sheets to make two
stab skin
planks.
If you're building
plank
for the
"
x
3
"
x
30
Hey, if you're building the V-tail it
looks as if you are going to have three sheets
1/16
"
balsa leftover!
HOW TO MAKE THE SKINS
A. Use a straightedge and a sharp true the joining edges of the sheets. When you trim them, do not cut all the way through the first time but make wood instead of splitting it.
several passes so
#I1
you
blade to
slice
the
"
of
C. Place wax paper on your workbench. Flip the sheets over and apply a bead of aliphatic resin
(wood workers glue
between the seams. Immediately proceed next steD.
such as Great Planes Pro"")
to the
3.
Separate the parts into groups such as stab,
fin, wing
Store smaller parts in zipper-top food storage bags.
and fuse.
B.
Tightly tape the sheets together with masking tape placed about every sheets will not lay flat because they are tightly taped together.
4
"
along the seams. The
-10-
D. Use a credit card or thin peice of plywood to squeegee the excess glue from the seam. Wipe the glue off your squeegee with a paper towel or a
stick of wood. Immediately proceed to the next step.
INCORRECT: SHEETS NOT FLAT AND EVEN
....
LE Grain
y
Stab
TE
I
If
!
-
you're buildingthe V-tail, skip to"Build the
stabilizer and ruddervators
" on page
I
17.
CORRECT SHEETS ARE
FLAT AND EVEN
.
.
....
E. Press the joining edges of the sheets down
so
with your fingers
they are flat and even. Place
weights on top of the sheets to hold them flat.
F. Squeegee the glue, press the seams flat, and place weights along the other glue joint. Let the glue dry.
G.
Use the same procedure to make the wing
skins when you build the wing.
2.
After the glue is dry, peel off the masking tape and decide which side of the planks will be the outside. Use a bar sander or a large, flat sanding block and 150
grit sandpaper to sand the planks
so
-
they are flat, even and smooth. The idea is to do
before
the sanding
you glue the skins to the
structure.
3.
Cut the
9
"
x
30
"
sheets in half, making four (or
9
"
x
six for the straight tail)
planks.
Elevator (Ruddervater)
Elevator (Ruddervater)
4.
Cut the
stab and elevator skin templates
from the plan. Use a straightedge and a ballpoint
9
"
x
pen to mark their outline onto the
-
(do not use a felt
tip pen). The templates are
planks
slightly oversize to allow for slight variances in
construction. Note the
stab and elevator skins
grain direction.
Cut the
from the planks.Ifyou're
building the straight tail do the same for the fin and
Note:
rudder skin.
The template shown on the plans for the elevator (ruddervator) is larger than needed. You will need to trim this to the correct size when you fit the skin into place.
Beech Fact:
(that's A through V including the very first Bonanza are
Debonairs
Fact).
Bonanzas, as well as the very last Bonanzas produced: the 36 and A36. But designations didn't necessarily proceed from A, to C, etc. There were variations of some of the models such as the V35, V35TC. V35A, V35A-TC and Or, the F33, F33A and F33C. But, th e
designation rule
impress your friends!
Let's get it straight. All Bonanza 35's
-
the35are V-tails. Models 33 through 33C
(more on the
Models 33E throughGare straight tail
still applies. Now you can really
Debonair
in a later
it's
not that simple. The
Beech
to
so
on.
number
B,
BUILD THE STABILIZER AND ELEVATORS
Build the right and left stab halves simultaneously. The left half of the stab plan shows the straight tail stab with dashed lines indicating the V
The right half of the stab plan shows the V
with dotted lines indicating the straight tail stab.
STI. Position the plansothe stab is over your flat building board (or cut the stab from the wing plan) and tape it down and cover it with wax paper.
s1s
ST2.
Glue
LE braces
S1S
ribs
ST3.
S2S
1/8"
Test fit the die-cut
through
balsa
both die-cut
together and both die-cut
together.
S7S
stabTEspars
118"
balsa
3/32
in the notches of both die-cut
assemblies over the plan and add the LE brace. See the photo at step ST4.
ph
straight tail
"
balsa
Place both
-
tail stab.
-
tail stab
3/32
"
stab ribs
balsa
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