Global Hobby RCM Trainer 40 User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY
The RCM Trainer 40 ARF is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors
18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728
All contents copyright © 2000, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 7/00
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. We also recommend that you contact the AMA at
the address below. They will also be able to help you locate a flying field in your area.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN. 47302-9252
[phone]
www.modelaircraft.org
(Flight Training Course book not included in kit)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Elevator Pushrod ..................................................20
Installing the Control Horn ............................20
Installing the Pushrod Wire ...........................20
Adjusting the Elevator Pushrod .....................21
Rudder Pushrod ....................................................22
Installing the Control Horn ............................22
Installing the Pushrod Wire ...........................22
Adjusting the Rudder Pushrod.......................23
Aileron Pushrods ..................................................24
Installing the Aileron Pushrods .....................24
Adjusting the Aileron Pushrods.....................25
Final Assembly.....................................................25
Installing the Fuel Lines ................................25
Installing the Spinner .....................................25
Installing the Switch ......................................26
Installing the Battery and Receiver................26
Applying the Decals.......................................27
Balancing ..............................................................27
Control Throws.....................................................28
Preflight Check.....................................................28
Safety ....................................................................28
Notes.....................................................................29
ABC's of Flying....................................................29
Basics of Flight.....................................................30
Glossary of Terms.................................................32
Product Evaluation Sheet .....................................35
Introduction ............................................................3
Our Recommendations ...........................................4
Kit Contents............................................................7
Metric Conversion Chart ........................................8
Full Size Hardware Drawings ................................9
Additional Items Required ...................................10
Safety Warning .....................................................10
A Note About Covering .......................................11
Wing Assembly ....................................................11
Joining the Wing Halves ................................11
Wing Installation ..................................................12
Installing the Wing Bolts ...............................12
Horizontal Stabilizer.............................................12
Mounting the Horizontal Stabilizer ...............12
Vertical Stabilizer .................................................13
Mounting the Vertical Stabilizer....................13
Main Gear Installation..........................................13
Installing the Main Gear Wires......................13
Installing the Main Gear Wheels ...................14
Nose Gear Installation ..........................................14
Installing the Nose Gear Strut........................14
Installing the Nose Gear Wheel .....................15
Fuel Tank ..............................................................15
Installing the Stopper Assembly ....................15
Installing the Fuel Tank .................................16
Engine Installation................................................17
Mounting the Engine .....................................17
Installing the Throttle Pushrod ......................17
Servo Installation..................................................17
Installing the Fuselage Servos .......................17
Installing the Aileron Servo Tray ..................18
Installing the Aileron Servo...........................18
Throttle Pushrod ...................................................19
Installing the Servo Connector ......................19
Adjusting the Throttle Linkage......................20

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Thank you for choosing Global's RCM Trainer 40 ARF and welcome to the exciting world of R/C modeling!
Whether you have built and flown other R/C airplanes in the past or this is your first, you will appreciate the
high quality, very easy assembly and excellent flight characteristics of the RCM Trainer 40 ARF.
The RCM Trainer 40 ARF was designed by expert modelers to be one of the very best trainer airplanes
available today. It features a constant cord wing with a flat bottom airfoil for superior slow flight handling and
forgiving flight characteristics. The long tail moment and large tail surfaces help the airplane fly very smooth
and stable throughout the entire speed range. Tricycle landing gear makes take offs and landings a breeze, too.
This combination makes the RCM Trainer 40 ARF the best flying trainer airplane at any flying field.
When you open up the box, you will notice there is little to do or to purchase to finish your new airplane.
Unlike other trainer kits, the RCM Trainer 40 ARF is a complete kit. Wheels, fuel tank, pushrods, clevises and
spinner are all included. The airframe is completely built and covered by master craftsmen, who take their time
to ensure that every part is straight and properly glued. But what really sets the RCM Trainer 40 ARF apart
from other ARF trainers in its price range is the amount of assembly that's done for you. The RCM Trainer 40
ARF does not require any glue to assemble. The wing bolts together, then bolts onto the fuselage. The horizontal
and vertical stabilizers bolt on. All of the pilot holes for the screws and control horns are already drilled for you.
Even the fuel tank stopper is assembled.
We hope you enjoy your new Global RCM Trainer 40 ARF as much as we have enjoyed designing and
building it for you. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. We have also
included a product survey in the back of this manual. Please take the time to fill it out and send it to us. We
would enjoy hearing any comments or suggestions you may have.
This instruction manual is designed to guide you through the entire final assembly process of your new
RCM Trainer 40 ARF in the least amount of time possible. Along the way you'll learn how to properly
assemble your new airplane and also learn many tips that will help you in the future. We have listed some
of our recommendations below. Please read through them before going any further.
INTRODUCTION
✔Please read through each step before starting
assembly. You should find the layout very com-
plete and simple. Our goal is to guide you through
assembly without any of the headaches and hassles
you might expect.
✔There are check boxes next to each step. After
you complete a step, check off the box. This will
help to keep you from losing your place.
✔Cover your work table with brown paper or a
soft cloth, both to protect the table and to protect
the individual parts.
✔Keep a couple of small bowls or jars handy to
put the small parts in after you open the accessory
bags.
✔We have included a glossary of terms begin-
ning on page # 32. Check it out if you come across
a term that is unfamiliar to you.
✔We're all excited to get a new airplane in the
air, but take your time. This will ensure that you
build a straight, strong and great flying airplane.
✔If you come across this symbol ☛, it means
that this is an important point or an assembly hint.
If you should find a part missing or damaged, or have any questions about assembly, please contact us at the
address below:
Global Hobby Distributors Customer Care
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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The following section describes our recommendations to help you decide which types of accessories to pur-
chase for your new RCM Trainer 40 ARF. We have tested all of these items with the airplane and found that
these will offer the best in performance, reliability and economy.
The RCM Trainer 40 ARF requires a .40 to .46 size
two stroke engine. The engine we recommend is the
Magnum XL .40ARNV with remote needle valve. This
engine is a perfect match to the RCM Trainer, both in
power and in ease of installation. The holes that are
predrilled in the motor mount are spaced to fit the
Magnum engine perfectly. The rear mounted needle
valve assembly makes tuning the engine easy and safe.
Most people getting into R/C worry most about buying the correct accessories for their airplane (radio, engine,
etc.), and that is important. But a lot of people don't put as much effort into the field support equipment they
choose. Field support equipment is a necessary and important part of flying R/C airplanes. Without it, how do
you fuel your airplane, start the engine and do maintenance? Having the proper field support equipment is just
as important as having the correct engine and radio system. Below we detail two types of field support setups.
One is the bare minimum that will be required. The second setup will cost a little bit more, but if you're planning
on staying in the hobby, it's the best way to go in the long run.
MINIMUM SETUP
Magnum Hand Crank Fuel Pump - This is a hand-
operated fuel pump that makes filling the fuel tank easy
and hassle-free.
RADIO SYSTEM
The RCM Trainer 40 ARF requires a minimum 4 chan-
nel radio control system that includes four standard size
servos. The radio system we recommend using is the
Hitec Focus 4 FM radio from Hitec. This particular ra-
dio system includes the transmitter, receiver, four
standard servos, rechargeable transmitter and receiver
battery packs, a standard wall charger, switch, servo
mounting hardware and a setup guide. It is priced right
and can be used in other airplanes as you advance.
ENGINE
FIELD SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
Focus 4 FM
P/N 210740
P/N 237365

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Magnum 4-Way Wrench - Use this wrench for the
engine prop nut and glow plug. It has four different
sized sockets built into one wrench, so this is the only
wrench you'll need on the flight line. It also includes
threaded inserts to hold extra glow plugs.
Magnum Glow Starter - This cordless glow starter is
used to heat up the engine's glow plug for starting. It
includes a built-in meter that tells you your glow plug's
status. A battery charger is included to charge the unit
after use. You can start your airplane's engine right on
the flight line with this one if you need to.
Sullivan Chicken Stick - Instead of using your fingers
to flip the propeller and start your engine, you use this
rubber stick. It prevents cuts and scratches to your fin-
gers. This is a must-have item for hand-starting your
engine.
Global Super Box RTU Field Box - This field box is
alreadyassembled, painted and Ready-To-Use. Itis ideal
for carrying all of your field equipment and supplies,
including a one gallon fuel bottle. It is built from ply-
wood, so it will last for many years to come. (Note:
accessories shown with field box not included)
Magnum Power Panel - This panel mounts directly to
your flight box. It features a 12V starter outlet, 12V
fuel pump outlet and a one touch glow ignitor outlet
with meter.
RECOMMENDED SETUP
Continued on Next Page ➜
P/N 237438
P/N 577292
P/N 237420
P/N 122500
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Magnum 12V Starter - This starter is used with your
power panel. It uses a powerful DC motor to start en-
gines in the .10 - .60 size range. It features a rubber
starter cone insert that won't damage your airplane's
spinner assembly.
Magnum12VFuel Pump- This fuel pump is used with
your power panel and mounts directly to your flight box.
It quickly fuels or drains your fuel tank with the simple
press of a button.
Global 12V Sealed Cell Battery and Charger - This
battery is a 7Amp battery that is maintenance-free. It
mounts in your flight box and provides power to your
12V accessories. The charger fully charges the battery
in about 8-14 hours.
Magnum Locking Glow Connector - Used with your
power panel, the locking glow connector is used to heat
up the engine's glow plug for starting.
RECOMMENDED SETUP - CONTINUED
P/N 110171 & 110270
P/N 237440
P/N 361006
P/N 237377
Magnum 4-Way Wrench - Use this wrench for the
engine prop nut and glow plug. It has four different
sized sockets built into one wrench, so this is the only
wrench you'll need on the flight line. It also includes
threaded inserts to hold extra glow plugs.
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We have organized the parts as they come out of the box for easier identification during assembly. Each photo
below represents the parts that are required in a main section of the assembly process. Before you begin
assembly, group the parts as shown 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. The corresponding part number is listed first,
then the quantity of that particular part, along with a short description of the part. As you proceed through
assembly, you will notice the same part number listed next to a particular part necessary for that step. If you
have any questions as to what that part might be, refer back to this section.
❑{1} Fuselage w/Pushrod Housings
❑{1} Left Wing Half w/Aileron & Hinges
❑{1} Right Wing Half w/Aileron & Hinges
❑{1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator & Hinges
❑{1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder & Hinges
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❑{2} Prebent Main Gear Wires
❑{2} 60mm Diameter Wheels
❑{4} Nylon Landing Gear Straps
❑{8} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws
❑{4} 4mm Wheel Collars
❑{4} 3mm x 6mm Machine Screws
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❑{1} Plywood Servo Tray
❑{4} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws
❑{2} 4mm x 25mm Machine Screws
❑{2} 4mm Flat Washers
❑{2} 3mm x 16mm Machine Screws
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❑{1} 320cc Fuel Tank
❑{1} Stopper Assembly
❑{1} Weighted Fuel Pickup
❑{1} Silicon Fuel Tubing
❑{1} 3mm x 19mm Machine Screw
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KIT CONTENTS
AIRFRAME ASSEMBLIES WING ASSEMBLY
MAIN GEAR ASSEMBLY FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY
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Note : Even though the fuel tank is preassembled, we show the parts here for
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❑{1} Prebent Nose Gear Strut
❑{1} 60mm Diameter Wheel
❑{1} Nylon Steering Arm
❑{2} 4mm Nylon Spacers
❑{2} 4mm Wheel Collars
❑{3} 3mm x 6mm Machine Screws
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❑{2} Nylon Control Horns
❑{2} Nylon Backplates
❑{4} 2mm x 10mm Machine Screws
❑{4} Nylon Clevises
❑{4} Nylon Snap Keepers
❑{2} Adjustable Servo Connector Assemblies
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❑{2} 2mm x 90mm Threaded Wires w/L-Bends
❑{2} 2mm x 650mm Threaded Wires w/L-Bends
❑{1} 1.4mm x 440mm Plain Wire w/Z-Bend
❑{1} 1.4mm x 415mm Plain Wire w/Z-Bend
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❑{4} 3mm x 25mm Socket-Cap Screws
❑{3} 3mm x 16mm Machine Screws
❑{8} 3mm Flat Washers
❑{1} 3mm Nylon Insert Nut
❑{1} Plastic Spinner Assembly
❑{2} 2.5mm x 12mm Wood Screws
❑{1} Clear Tubing
❑{1} Decal Set (not pictured)
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To convert inches into millimeters: Inches x 25.4 = MM
1/64” = .4mm
1/32” = .8mm
1/16” = 1.6mm
3/32” = 2.4mm
1/8” = 3.2mm
5/32” = 4.0mm
3/16” = 4.8mm
1/4” = 6.4mm
3/8” = 9.5mm
1/2” = 12.7mm
5/8” = 15.9mm
3/4” = 19.0mm
1” = 25.4mm
2” = 50.8mm
3” = 76.2mm
6” = 152.4mm
12” = 304.8mm
18” = 457.2mm
21” = 533.4mm
24” = 609.6mm
30” = 762.0mm
36” = 914.4mm
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NOSE GEAR ASSEMBLY PUSHROD ASSEMBLIES
PUSHROD CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES
MISCELLANEOUS PARTS
METRIC CONVERSION CHART
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Listed below are full size drawings of the small hardware parts included with the RCM Trainer 40 ARF. Use
these drawings to familiarize yourself with each part. Please refer back to this page to locate the proper parts
when they are needed for a particular assembly step. These drawings are especially helpful when trying to
identify the different size screws or nuts used in a particular step.
FULL-SIZE HARDWARE DRAWINGS
4mm x 25mm
Machine Screw 3mm x 25mm Socket-Cap Screw 3mm x 19mm Machine Screw 3mm x 16mm Machine Screw
3mm x 12mm
Wood Screw 2.5mm x 12mm Wood Screw 2mm x 10mm Machine Screw 3mm x 6mm Machine Screw
4mm Nylon
Spacer 4mm Flat Washer 4mm Wheel Collar Nylon Landing Gear Strap
Nylon
Clevis Nylon Snap Keeper 3mm Nylon Insert Nut 3mm Flat Washer
Adjustable Servo
Connector Assembly Nylon Control Horn Backplate Nylon Control Horn

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ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
❑{1}Hitec Focus 4FM Radio w/4 Servos
❑{1}Magnum XL .40ARNV # 210740
❑{1}Dubro 1/4” Foam Rubber # 868638
❑{1}Global Silicon Fuel Line # 115923
❑{1}Windsor 10 x 6 Propeller # 245001
❑{1} Thunderbolt R/CLong GlowPlug# 115493
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED
SAFETY WARNING
This R/C airplane is not a toy! If misused, 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 your engine.
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.
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑1/16” Drill Bit
❑5/64” Drill Bit
❑12” Straight Edge Ruler
❑Scissors
❑Masking Tape
❑2.5mm Hex Wrench
❑Pacer Thread Lock # 339162
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PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Left Wing Half w/Aileron & Hinges
❑{1} Right Wing Half w/Aileron & Hinges
❑{2} 3mm x 16mm Machine Screws
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☛The control surfaces on the RCM Trainer are
hinged using "EZ" type hinges and glued in place
using C/A adhesive. Because of this, the control sur-
faces may be stiff. To loosen them, gently move each
control surface five or ten times to free them up.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
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The covering material used on the RCM Trainer is a
heat shrink polyester material. Because of this, it is
possible with heat and humidity changes that the cov-
ering on your airplane may wrinkle or sag. This trait
is inherent in all types of heat shrink material. To
removethe wrinklesyou willneed topurchase, orbor-
row from a fellow modeler, a heat iron. If you need to
purchase one, the Global Sealing Iron # 360900 is
recommended.
Follow these simple steps to remove the wrinkles:
❑1) Plug in and turn on the sealing iron to the
medium temperature setting. Allow the iron to heat
up for approximately 5 - 7 minutes.
❑2) 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 cov-
ering will darken when it is heated. When the
covering cools back down, it will return to its normal
color.
☛If any color smears from any of the seams, the
temperature of the iron is too hot. Turn the tempera-
ture dial down and wait about 5 minutes for the iron
to adjust to the lower temperature. If any colors do
smear you can remove the excess using a paper towel
soaked with a small amount of Acetone.
❑2) Align the two dihedral braces with the two
slots and gently push the two wing halves together.
See photo # 2 below.
Photo # 2
❑3) Push the twowing halves together until both
root ribs are firmly pressed against each other. When
properly joined there should be very few, or no gaps
at all, in the center section joint.
☛The fit of the two dihedral braces in the precut
slots is tight. This is normal. It helps make a very
strong center section joint.
❑4) Locate the two 3mm x 16mm machine
screws.
❑5) Turn the wing upside down on your work
table. While holding the two wing halves together
firmly, carefully thread the two machine screws into
the two predrilled holes in the bottom of the wing.
☛Two threaded metal inserts have been prein-
stalled into the wing's surface to thread the machine
screws into.
A NOTE ABOUT COVERING
WING ASSEMBLY
JOINING THE WING HALVES
Photo # 1
❑1) Looking at the root rib of each wing half,
notice one wing half has two aluminum dihedral
braces preglued into it, and the opposite wing half
has two precut slots in it that the dihedral braces slide
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❑6) Using a # 2 phillips screwdriver, carefully
tighten the two machine screws until they are snug.
Do not overtighten them. See photo # 3 below.
Photo # 3
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Fuselage w/Pushrod Housings
❑{2} 4mm x 25mm Machine Screws
❑{2} 4mm Flat Washers
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
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❑1) Set the fuselage right side up on your work
table and place the wing into the wing saddle. Align
the plywood mounting tab in the leading edge of the
wing with the precut slot in the fuselage's forward
bulkhead.
❑2) Carefully slide the wing forward, making
sure the plywood tab fully engages the slot in the
forward bulkhead. See photo # 4 below.
Photo # 4
❑3) Slide one 4mm flat washer onto each of the
two 4mm x 25mm machine screws.
☛The two aluminum dihedral braces installed
in the wing are more than strong enough to with-
stand any loads that may be put on the wing during
flight. It is not necessary to glue the two wing
halves together.
Photo # 5
☛To get the wing bolts to line up with the blind
nuts in the fuselage, you may need to move the trail-
ingedge of wing one wayor theother,untilthe screws
begin to thread into the blind nuts.
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator & Hinges
❑{3} 3mm x 16mm Machine Screws
❑{3} 3mm Flat Washers
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
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❑1) Slide one 3mm flat washer onto each of the
three 3mm x 16mm machine screws.
❑2) Set the horizontal stabilizer onto the stabi-
lizer mounting platform. Align the three predrilled
holes in the stabilizer with the three blind nuts in the
platform.
❑3) Thread each of the three machine screws
through the stabilizer and into the blind nuts. Using
a # 2 phillips screwdriver, tighten each of the ma-
chine screws securely. See photo # 6 below.
Photo # 6
❑4) Insert the two machine screws through the
two predrilled holes in the top of the wing and thread
them into the blind nuts preinstalled in the fuselage.
Tighten the two screws securely using a # 2 phillips
screwdriver. See photo # 5 below.
WING INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE WING BOLTS
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
MOUNTING THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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❑4) Install the wing onto the fuselage and bolt it
securely into place. Now check to ensure that the
horizontal stabilizer is aligned with the wing. When
viewedfrom the front,the horizontal stabilizershould
be level with the wing. See figure # 1 below.
Figure # 1
☛If the stabilizer is not level with the wing, loosen
the three machine screws and slide a thin shim under
the low side of the stabilizer. Retighten the screws
and check the alignment once more. Repeat this pro-
cedure until you are satisfied that the alignment is
correct.
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder & Hinges
❑{1} 3mm Flat Washer
❑{1} 3mm Nylon Insert Nut
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑{1} Needle Nose Pliers
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❑1) Slide the vertical stabilizer mounting post
down through the cutout in the horizontal stabilizer
until the threaded wire in the bottom of the post exits
the predrilled hole in the bottom of the fuselage.
❑2) Push the stabilizer down firmly, making sure
it is well seated on top of the horizontal stabilizer
and between the two triangle stock reinforcements.
See photo # 7 below.
❑3) Turn the fuselage upside down. Slide one
3mm flat washer over the threaded wire, followed by
one 3mm nylon insert nut. Tighten the nylon insert
nut firmly, using needle nose pliers, to secure the ver-
tical stabilizer into place. See photo # 8 below.
Photo # 7
Photo # 8
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{2} Prebent Main Gear Wires
❑{2} 60mm Diameter Wheels
❑{4} Nylon Landing Gear Straps
❑{8} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws
❑{4} 4mm Wheel Collars
❑{4} 3mm x 6mm Machine Screws
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑12” Straight Edge Ruler
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❑1) Turn the fuselage upside down. Insert the
90º bend in each main gear wire into the two pre-
drilled holes in the landing gear mounting slot. See
photo # 9 below.
Photo # 9
❑2) The two landing gear wires are held in place
using four nylon landing gear straps and eight wood
screws. Eight pilot holes have been predrilled into
the fuselage to install the straps and screws. Set each
of the nylon straps into place, aligning the holes in
the straps with the predrilled pilot holes.
VERTICAL STABILIZER
MOUNTING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER
MAIN GEAR INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE MAIN GEAR WIRES
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❑3) Mount the four nylon landing gear straps into
place using eight 3mm x 12mm wood screws. Use a
# 2 phillips screwdriver to tighten the wood screws
completely, securing the landing gear wires to the
fuselage. See photo # 10 below.
Photo # 10
❑4) Partially thread one 3mm x 6mm machine
screw into each of the four wheel collars. Working
with only one landing gear wire for now, slide one
wheel collar onto the axle. Space the collar 7/8” in
from the tip of the axle. While holding the collar in
place, tighten the machine screw using a # 2 phillips
screwdriver. See photo # 11 below.
❑5) Slide one 60mm diameter wheel, recessed
side first, onto the axle. Push it up against the wheel
collar, then slide the second wheel collar onto the
axle, and push it up against the wheel. Adjust the
depth of the wheel collar until the wheel spins with-
out binding, then tighten the machine screw using a
# 2 phillips screwdriver. See photo # 12 below.
Photo # 11
Photo # 12
❑6) Repeat steps # 4 and # 5 to install the second
wheel assembly onto the opposite landing gear wire.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
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❑{1} Prebent Nose Gear Strut
❑{1} 60mm Diameter Wheel
❑{1} Nylon Steering Arm
❑{2} 4mm Nylon Spacers
❑{2} 4mm Wheel Collars
❑{3} 3mm x 6mm Machine Screws
❑{1} 1.4mm x 440mm Plain Wire w/Z-Bend
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❑1) Partially thread one 3mm x 6mm machine
screw into one wheel collar.
❑2) Look carefully at the upper portion of the
nose gear strut. You will notice that there are two
flat spots ground into the wire. Slide the wheel col-
lar down onto the strut, aligning it with the flat spot
justabove thecoil. Hold thecollar inplace andtighten
the machine screw firmly using a # 2 phillips screw-
driver. See photo # 13 below.
Photo # 13
❑3) Partially thread one 3mm x 6mm machine
screw into the front of the nylon steering arm. Insert
the Z-bend in the steering pushrod wire into the outer
hole in the nylon arm. See photo # 14 below.
Photo # 14
INSTALLING THE MAIN GEAR WHEELS INSTALLING THE NOSE GEAR STRUT
NOSE GEAR INSTALLATION

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☛When inserting the Z-bend into the steering arm,
make sure the longer portion of the wire comes out
on top of the steering arm. You can tell the top be-
cause the machine screw faces the front of the arm.
❑4) Carefully slide the plain end of the pushrod
wire into the nylon pushrod housing preinstalled in
the bottom of the firewall. Slide the pushrod in until
the steering arm lines up with the top of the nose gear
mounting bracket. See photo # 15 below.
Photo # 15
❑5) Push the nose gear strut up through the
mounting bracket and into the steering arm. Rotate
the nose gear strut until the coil faces the back of the
fuselage. See photo # 16 below.
Photo # 16
❑6) Turn the steering arm so that the machine
screw faces the front of the airplane. While keeping
the steering arm in place, carefully rotate the nose
gear strut about 45º to the left, until the flat spot lines
up with the machine screw in the steering arm. See
photo # 17 below.
Photo # 17
❑7) Insert a # 2 phillips screwdriver through the
predrilled access hole in the lower front portion of
the fuselage. Tighten the machine screw in thesteer-
ing arm firmly to hold the nose gear assembly
securely in place. Rotate the nosegear backand forth
a couple of times to make sure it doesn't bind.
☛The pushrod housing exits the firewall through
an oversized slot. This is done to allow the pushrod
to move slightly. This helps prevent binding when
the steering arm rotates back and forth.
❑8) Slide one nylon spacer, followed by the
wheel, onto the nose gear axle. The flat portion of
the wheel should face toward the nose gear strut.
❑9) Partially thread one 3mm x 6mm machine
screw into one wheel collar. Slide one nylon spacer,
followed by the wheel collar, onto the axle and up
against the wheel. Adjust the depth of the wheel col-
lar until the wheel spins without binding. When
satisfied with the alignment, tighten the machine
screw in the wheel collar using a # 2 phillips screw-
driver. See photo # 18 below.
Photo # 18
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑12” Straight Edge Ruler
❑Scissors
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❑{1} Preassembled 320cc Fuel Tank
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☛The fuel tank comes preassembled; however, we
have included assembly instructions for your refer-
ence. We recommend reading through these steps to
double check the tank setup and to familiarize your-
self with how the fuel tank is assembled.
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INSTALLING THE NOSE GEAR WHEEL
INSTALLING THE STOPPER ASSEMBLY
FUEL TANK
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Photo # 19
❑3) Slide the silicon fuel tubing, with the fuel
pickup attached, onto the end of the aluminum fuel
pickup tube. While holding the aluminum tube in
place, adjust the length of the silicon tube until the
fuel pickup is 4-3/8” back from the rear of the stop-
per assembly. See photo # 20 below.
Photo # 20
❑4) Push the 3mm x 19mm machine screw
through the center hole in the front of the stopper
assembly and partially thread it into the metal stop-
per backplate. See photo # 21 below.
❑5) Carefully push the stopper assembly into the
molded hole in the front of the fuel tank. Gently ro-
tate the stopper assembly until the prebent aluminum
vent tube rests inside the molded bubble in the top of
the tank.
Photo # 21
☛If you have trouble seeing the vent tube, hold
the fuel tank assembly up to a bright light. This will
illuminate the inside of the tank.
❑7) When satisfiedwith thealignment ofthestop-
per assembly, tighten the machine screw using a # 2
phillips screwdriver until the rubber stopper expands
and seals the fuel tank opening. Do not overtighten
the screw. This could cause the front of the tank to
split. See photo # 22 below.
Photo # 22
❑8) Slide the fuel tank into position, making sure
the stopper assembly engages the predrilled hole in
the firewall. When aligned properly, the tank should
rest in the two plywood cradles.
☛When installing the fuel tank, make sure the
molded bubble in the top of the tank faces the top of
the fuselage.
❑9) Using a ruler and a pair of scissors, measure
and cut out a 2-1/2” x 6” piece of Dubro Foam Rub-
ber. Fold the foam over itself once to double its
thickness. With the fueltank aligned,wedge the foam
between the top of the fuel tank and the top of the
fuselage. See figure # 2 below.
Figure # 2
❑10) Using a pair of scissors, cut a 12” long piece
of silicon fuel tubing into two 6” long pieces.
❑11) Install one piece of fuel tubing onto the fuel
pickup tube (lower) and one piece onto the vent tube
(upper) at the front of the fuel tank.
INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK
❑1) Secure one end of the silicon fuel line onto
the end of the weighted fuel pickup.
❑2) Using a ruler, measure the distance that the
two aluminum tubes protrude from the front of the
stopper assembly. This distance should be 3/8”. If it
is not, adjust the tubes by pushing them forward or
backward until you are satisfied with the alignment.
See photo # 19 below.

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PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑2.5mm Hex Wrench
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❑{1} 1.4mm x 415mm Plain Wire w/Z-Bend
❑{4} 3mm x 25mm Socket-Cap Screws
❑{4} 3mm Flat Washers
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❑1) Carefully install the carburetor onto your
engine, following your engine's instruction sheet.
❑2) Set the engine in place on the hardwood
motor mount beams, aligning the holes in the engine
mounting lugs with the predrilled holes in the two
hardwood beams.
❑3) Slide one 3mm flat washer over each of
the four 3mm x 25mm socket-cap screws. Thread
each socket-cap screw into the predrilled holes and
tighten them firmly using a 2.5mm hex wrench.
See photo # 23 below.
Photo # 23
☛Blind nuts have been preinstalled in each of the
predrilled holes to accept the socket-cap screws.
❑4) If your engine is equipped with a rear needle
valve assembly, install that onto your engine now.
☛Because there is not much room between the
back of the rear needle valve mount and the firewall,
you may need to cut the allen wrench (provided with
your engine) shorter to make it easier to tighten the
rear needle valve mounting screws.
❑5) Slide the plain end of the throttle pushrod
wire into the preinstalled nylon pushrod housing in-
stalledin the firewall,directly behind thethrottle arm.
Photo # 24
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Plywood Servo Tray
❑{4} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑1/16” Drill Bit
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❑1) Locate the three servos you intend to use for
the elevator, rudder/steering and throttle controls.
Carefully install the four rubber grommets and four
brass collets onto each of the servo mounting lugs.
For proper vibration reduction, the brass collets
should be inserted into the rubber grommets with the
flanges facing the bottom of the servo mounting lugs.
See figure # 3 below.
Figure # 3
❑6) Remove the throttle arm from the engine.
Install the Z-Bend in the pushrod wire into the hole
farthest out in the throttle arm. Reattach the throttle
armto theengine andtighten thethrottle armset screw
securely. See photo # 24 below.
❑7) Rotate the throttle barrel opened and closed
a few times to check that there is no binding present
in the pushrod wire. Also check that the tip of the
pushrod wire does not touch the front of the airplane
when the throttle barrel is fully opened. If it does
touch, readjust your throttle arm accordingly.
MOUNTING THE ENGINE
ENGINE INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE THROTTLE PUSHROD
SERVO INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE FUSELAGE SERVOS
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Rubber
Grommet
Brass Collet
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❑2) Position the three servos into the preinstalled
servo tray, making sure that you run the servo wires
below the tray and out toward the front of the fuse-
lage. Pay close attention to the positions of the servo
output shafts. They should face the directions shown.
See photo # 25 below.
Photo # 25
☛To make it easier, position the elevator and rud-
der servos first, then run those servo wires out to the
front of the fuselage. After that you can position the
throttle servo and wire more easily.
❑3) Using adrill with a 1/16” drillbit, drilltwelve
pilot holes through the servo tray for each of the servo
mounting screws (included with your radio system).
Using a # 1 phillips screwdriver, install and tighten
the mounting screws to hold the servos in place.
☛Drilling pilot holes through the servo tray will
make it easier to install the mounting screws.
❑4) Using a # 2 phillips screwdriver, partially
thread each of the four 3mm x 12mm wood screws
into the four predrilled pilot holes in the aileron servo
tray. See photo # 26 below.
Photo # 26
❑5) Lay thewing upsidedown on your work table
and set the servo tray over the cutout. To align the
tray properly, the cutout in the servo tray should be
centered with the cutout in the wing.
❑6) When satisfied with the alignment, hold the
servo tray firmly in place and screw the wood screws
down into the wing. Tighten them firmly to hold the
servo tray securely in place. See photo # 27 below.
Photo # 27
❑7) Locate the servo you intend to use for aile-
ron control. Carefully install the four rubber
grommetsand fourbrass colletsonto theservo mount-
ing lugs. For proper vibration reduction, the brass
collets should be inserted into the rubber grommets
withthe flanges facing the bottomof theservo mount-
ing lugs. See figure # 4 below.
Figure # 4
❑8) Position the aileron servo into the servo tray,
noting the position of the servo output shaft. It
should face the trailing edge of the wing. See photo
# 28 below.
Photo # 28
INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVO TRAY
INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVO
Rubber
Grommet
Brass Collet
☛When installing the servo, make sure that you
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❑9) Using a drill with a 1/16” drill bit, drill four
pilot holes through the servo tray for each of the
mounting screws (included with your radio system).
Using a # 1 phillips screwdriver, install and tighten
the mounting screws to hold the servo in place.
☛Drilling pilot holes through the servo tray will
make it easier to install the mounting screws. Be
careful not to drill through the top of the wing!
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Adjustable Servo Connector Assembly
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑# 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑5/64” Drill Bit
❑Pacer Thread Lock
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THROTTLE PUSHROD
INSTALLING THE SERVO CONNECTOR
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❑1) Locate one plastic "4-point" servo horn that
came with your servo. Each of the arms should have
at least three holes in them.
❑2) Install one adjustable servo connector
through the third hole out from the center of one of
the arms. When you thread the nut on, don't tighten
it completely. You don't want the connector loose,
but you do want it to be able to rotate without bind-
ing too much. See figure # 5 below.
☛You will have to enlarge the hole in the servo
arm using a 5/64” drill bit so that the servo connec-
tor will fit through without binding.
❑3) While holding the first nut in place, apply a
couple of drops of Pacer Thread Lock onto the sec-
ond nut and tighten it against the first nut. This will
act as a jam nut and prevent the connector from loos-
ening during flight.
Figure # 5
☛Before starting the next few steps, please make
sure you have read and completely understood how
your radio control system operates.
❑4) Per your radio system guide, plug the battery
into the switch, the switch into the receiver, and the
throttle servo lead into the proper slot in the receiver.
Turn on the radio system.
❑5) Check to ensure that the throttle servo output
shaft is moving in the correct direction. When the
throttle control stick on the transmitter is moved for-
ward, from idle to full throttle, the servo output shaft
should rotate counterclockwise.
☛If the servo output shaft does not rotate coun-
terclockwise, flip the servo reversing switch on your
transmitter to change the direction. Please refer to
your radio system guide for more information on this
function.
❑6) Position thethrottle stick andthe throttle trim
lever on your transmitter at their lowest positions.
Slide the adjustable servo connector/servo horn as-
semblyover the plainend ofthe throttle pushrodwire.
❑7) Push the carburetor barrel fully closed us-
ing your fingers. Angle the servo horn back about
45º from center and attach the servo horn to the servo
output shaft. The servo connector should be point-
ing toward the fuselage side. See photo # 29 below.
Photo # 29
❑8) With the carburetor barrel fully closed, use
a # 2 phillips screwdriver to tighten the machine
screw in the adjustable servo connector.
❑9) Using a # 1 phillips screwdriver, install the
servo arm retaining screw, provided with your servo,
to secure the servo horn into place.
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❑10) When your throttle linkage is adjusted prop-
erly, the carburetor barrel should be fully closed when
the throttle stick and the throttle trim lever are at their
lowest positions. Moving the throttle trim lever up
should open the carburetor barrel about 25%. Mov-
ing the throttle stick all the way forward should open
thethrottle barrelcompletely. Allof thesemovements
should be done without any binding in the linkage.
Sometimestheservo will bindatthefully closedand/or
the fully opened throttle positions. If this happens,
and your radio is equipped with End Point Adjust-
ments (EPA), make those adjustments using the
transmitter. (See your radio guide for further details.)
If your radio does not have this feature you can still
adjust the linkage manually. For more travel, move
the adjustable servo connector to a hole farther out
from the center of the servo horn. (You will have to
use a servo horn with four or more holes.) For less
travel, move the servo connector to a hole closer to
the center of the servo horn. Ideally, you don't want
the servo to bind while at idle or full throttle.
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE LINKAGE
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Nylon Control Horn
❑{1} Nylon Backplate
❑{2} 2mm x 10mm Machine Screws
❑{1} Nylon Clevis
❑{1} Nylon Snap Keeper
❑{1} 2mm x 650mm Threaded Wire w/L-Bend
❑{1} Clear Tubing
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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑5/64” Drill Bit
❑Scissors
❑Masking Tape
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ELEVATOR PUSHROD
INSTALLING THE CONTROL HORN
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❑1) Turn the fuselage upside down and position
the control horn on the bottom surface of the eleva-
tor. Line up the two holes in the base of the control
horn with the two predrilled holes in the elevator.
❑2) Push two 2mm x 10mm machine screws into
the base of the control horn and through the elevator.
❑3) Place the nylon backplate onto the machine
screws, aligning the two holes in the backplate with
the two screws. Using a # 1 phillips screwdriver,
evenly tighten both machine screws to draw the
backplate into place. Be careful not to overtighten
the screws. You don't want to crush the wood. See
photo # 30 below.
Photo # 30
INSTALLING THE PUSHROD WIRE
❑4) Using a pair of scissors, cut off a 1/4” piece
of clear tubing. Slide the tubing onto the base of one
nylon clevis. See photo # 31 below.
Photo # 31
❑5) Locate a plastic "4-point" servo horn that
came with your servo. Each of the arms should have
at least three holes in it. Using a pair of wire cutters,
remove one of the plastic arms.
❑6) Using a drill with a 5/64” drill bit, enlarge
the third hole out from the center of the arm to the
left of the one you cut off. Insert the L-bend in the
2mm x 650mm pushrod wire down through the hole.
Place a nylon snap keeper over the wire to hold it
securely to the servo arm. See photo # 32 below.
Photo # 32
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