Aircraft Modelers Research Giant Stick 85 User manual

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Giant Stick 85
120’’ wing span---104’’ fuselage---3 120 Sq. In.
75/120cc engine
www.amr-rc.com
Made in Canada

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-Warranty-
Aircraft Modelers Research Incorporated guarantees this kit to be free from defect in both
material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover any
component parts damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Aircraft Modelers
Research’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Aircraft
Modelers Research reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
Aircraft Modelers Research has no control over the final assembly or materials used for
final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from
use by the user of the user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled
product, the user accepts all resulting liability
Buyers must be prepared to accept all reasonable liability associated with the assembling
and use of this product. All returns of kits, parts or components thereof must necessarily
be approved by the manufacturer of the product before mailing.

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing AMR product. AMR (Aircraft Modelers Research) prides itself on bringing you the finest aircraft
model kits due to our team efforts and our state of-the-art equipment that affords exceptional quality. Using CNC driven
production equipment, each of our kits is individually laser-cut according to plans which includes custom fittings and
hardware sets specific to your model. We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality kit and instructions.
However, the quality and flying ability 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.
Before starting to build, use the Part List on the next pages to take an inventory of your kit to make sure it is complete and
inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. Remember to take your time and follow the instructions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight and true. If any parts are missing, not of acceptable quality or if you need
assistance with assembly, contact AMR Customer Service. When reporting defective or missing parts, use the part number
exactly as they are written.
Enjoy!
The AMR Team
Customer Service
Aircraft Modelers Research
1175 Frechette
Longueuil Quebec J4J 1G9
Canada
www.amr-rc.com
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

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Before you begin, important notes from A.M.R
1-) This model airplane is not a toy. It must be built with outmost care. It is imperative that you follow each steps of
the building manual. If you need assistance of any kind, please contact us directly.
2-) Adhesives:
a-) For general assembly, wood glue works best.
b-) C.A adhesives can be used. However, their high-toxic level makes them uncomfortable for some builders.
c-) IMPORTANT: For hi-strength sections, you must use “Structural Epoxy” types, not the 5 or 30-minute types
available in most hobby shops. In this manual, you will notice that some assemblies do mention “use epoxy” and
you must do so. Structural epoxies penetrate deep into the wood fibbers, creating a very strong bond. We
recommend these brands: G2 Epoxy kit, T88 Epoxy or West Systems. They are available from any Aircraft or
Marine specialty shops in convenient sizes. Carefully follow their mixing ratios.
3-) We recommend that all control horns be 10-32 types (no less) and that all screws/nuts be secured with thread
locker.
4-) A straight airframe is the only way to go. Make sure that you have a straight building surface before you begin
building.
5-) Sanding bars: Using ½” balsa planking (not included) make 3 of them, 3” wide x 18” long with some 100, 180 and
280 grit sand paper.
6-) If something looks wrong, it probably is. Make sure that you follow the building sequences with the appropriate
part number.
7-) Take your time and verify the alignment before final gluing. This extra caution will eliminate possible frustrations.

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Kit Hardware: Size: Qty:
Wingbolts ¼-20 x 3 ½’’ 2
Wingbolts ¼-20 x 2 1/2’’ 2
T-Nuts ¼-20 4
Tailwheel Kit 1
T-nuts 8-32 6
Capscrews 8-32 x ¾’’ 2
Landinggear Right/Left 2
T-nuts 10-32 8
Washers 10-32 8
Washers ¼-20 4
Capscrews 10-32 x 1’’ 8
Wheels 2
Button Headsc. 8-32 x ¾’’ 4
Wheel axels 10-32 x 2 ½’’ 2
Kit Hardware: Size: Qty:
Wheel nuts 10-32 4
Wheel washers #10 2
Servolead tubes 39’’ 3
Alu.Tube+socket 1 ½’’ x 32’’ 1
Instruction manual 1
Stabmounting sc. 8-32 x 1’’ 2
Alu.Tube+socket 3/8’’ x 12’’ 1
Alu.Tube+socket 5/8’’ x 18’’ 1
Washers 8-32 10
Capscrews 8-32 x ¾’’ 2
T-nuts 8-32 2
RobartHinges 3/16’’ (tail group) 15
RobartHinges 3/16’’ ( wings) 12

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Wood list: Description: Size: Quantity:
Fuselage parts:
Laser-cut Lite-Ply kit 0.111’’ x 16’’ 48’’ 10
Laser cut Lite-Ply kit 0.245’’ x 16’’ x 48’’ 4
Laser cut Balsa sheets ¼’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 8
Balsa sheet ¼’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 1
Balsa sticks 3/8’’ x 3/8’’ x 48’’ 6
Hardwood 5/8’’ tria. X 48’’ 1
Tail group:
Balsa sticks ¼’’ x ½’’ x 48’’ 7
Hardwood horn dowel 5/8’’ x 5’’ 1
Balsa sheets 3/32’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 2
Balsa leading edge 3/8’’ x ¾’’ x 36’’ 1
Balsa trailling edge ¼’’ x 1 1/8’’ x 36’’ 2
Balsa hinge block 3/8’’ x 5/8’’ x 10’’ 1
Elevator leading edges 3/8’’ x 1 ¼’’ x 48’’ 1
Hardwood dowel 3/16’’ x 2’’ 1
Laser cut balsa ¼’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 5
Wing panels:
Hardwood spars 3/8’’ x ½’’ x 48’’ 5

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Wood list: Description: Size: Quantity:
Balsa stringers 3/8’’ x 3/8’’ x 48’’ 10
Balsa stringers ¼’’ x ¼’’ x 48’’ 10
Balsa hinge block ½’’ x ½’’ x 24’’ 1
Balsa sheeting 1/8’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 15
Balsa cap strips 1/8’’ x ½’’ x 48’’ 14
Balsa trailling edge 3/8’’ x 5/8’’ x 48’’ 3
Balsa leading edge ½’’ x 1 ½’’ x 48’’ 3
Dowels 3/8’’ x 1’’ 2
Ailerons:
Hardwood horn dowel 5/8’’ x 5’’ 1
Laser cut balsa ¼’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 3
Balsa sheets ¼’’ x 1 ¼’’ x 48’’ 2
Balsa sheets ¼’’ x 1 ½’’ x 48’’ 2
Balsa sheets 1/8’’ x ¾’’ x 48’’ 4
Wing tips:
Laser cut balsa 3/8’’ x 4’’ x 48’’ 1.25

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Giant Stick 85
- Fuselage assembly-

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1-) Bond parts FS1, FS2 and FS3. Make a
Right and Left fuselage side and “mark”
them so to prevent orientation errors.
2-) Bond two FD2 doublers over the fuselage
sides. Align them carefully with the front
firewall cavity and the doublers side holes.
3-) Bond both FD3 at the rear section
using the pre-cut holes for references.
4-) Bond together FB1, FB2 and FB3.

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5-) Bond the rear FD4 doubler. Use the
slot in FS2 as reference.
6-) Bond the front FD1. Use the front cut out
and former cavities as alignment references.
7-) Caution when bonding FD1. This parts is
undersized compared to the fuselage
bottom.
8-) Using epoxy, bond both firewalls
together, keeping the one with the centre
markings on top.

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9-) Now is a good time to pre-drill the engine
mounting holes using the reference lines on
the firewall. Ex: DA-85.
10-) Using epoxy, laminate two of each F2A’s
together, making two units.
11-) Using epoxy, bond both laminated
F2A’s into the gear plate (GP).
12-) Insert height 10-32 blind-nuts into
the gear plate GP.