Stevens Aero Model Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft Manual

Wing Span: 19.25 inches | Wing Area: 64 square inches | Average Flying Weight: 1.6 ounces
Build Instructions - Version 1.0 (revised 07.16.2014)
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WARRANTY
Stevens AeroModel guarantees this kit to be free from defects 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 Stevens AeroModel’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further,
Stevens AeroModel reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
LIABILITY RELEASE
In that Stevens AeroModel 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 use by the user. By the act of
using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is
advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER.
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer
and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
PRODUCT SUPPORT
This product has been engineered to function properly and perform as advertised, with the suggested
power system and supporting electronics as outlined within this product manual. Product support
cannot be provided, nor can Stevens AeroModel assist in determining the suitability or use of
electronics, hardware, or power systems not explicitly recommended by Stevens AeroModel.
For product assembly support, replacement parts, hardware, and electronics to complete this model,
please contact Stevens AeroModel at www.stevensaero.com.
Stevens AeroModel
26405 Judge Orr Rd., Colorado Springs, CO 80808 USA
719-387-4187 www.stevensaero.com
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Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft - Kit Inventory
☐Laser-cut wood, 8 sheets (See Sheet Wood Inventory, page 5)
☐1/20 in. balsa, part F20
☐Illustrated Build Instructions
☐Detail Sheet, 3 sheets, 11 in. x 17 in.
☐Pre-Cut Acetate Windscreen
Taped to back of wood brick:
☐1 Landing gear, wire, .032 in. x 12 in.
☐2 Push rods, wire, .015 in. x 12 in.
Hardware Bag:
☐1 Heat shrink tube, 1 1/2 in. x 1/16 in.
☐1 Delrin receiver clip
☐1 Pair Delrin wheels
☐1 Pair 1 1/8 in. plastic wheels (SIGSH450)
Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft - Background
Our clipped-wing version of the Taylorcraft was based on the company’s Model B. The Model B was
designed as a light, side-by-side, two-place, single-engine, high-wing general aviation monoplane.
The Model B was built in large numbers during the late 1930s and early 1940s. The Taylorcraft Model B
was purchased mainly by private pilots, and large numbers were sold in the United States, Canada, and
several overseas countries, including Europe. Many are still active today and can be seen flying at air
shows and general aviation airports all over the world.
The Stevens AeroModel version of this classic plane was based on a clipped-wing version that was
modified by John Vasey and flown by world-famous acrobatic pilot Duane Cole. The beautiful red and
white color scheme with upside-down name on the fuselage was too hard to resist.
Our Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft was designed on state-of-the-art CAD/CAM systems, and features design
and construction techniques pioneered by Stevens AeroModel. Our unique tab and notch construction
allows a quick and simple build, which will get you and your model in the air quickly. The docile, yet
nimble flight performance of this model will provide the pilot with plenty of excitement during their next
private air show, indoors at the local gym, or outdoors on a calm and beautiful day.
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Suggested Items needed to Complete this Model
Many of the suggested items listed below are available at your local hobby shop. For your convenience,
Stevens AeroModel stocks all the power system components and most of the building supplies required
to complete this kit. If you have difficulties sourcing any of these items locally, please visit our website,
stevensaero.com to purchase the items necessary to complete your model.
Required Electronics
☐RC transmitter with at least 3 channels
☐Receiver/ESC/Servo brick (PKZ3352 or PKZUA1151)*
☐Motor/Gearbox (PKZ3624)
☐Propeller, 130mm x 70mm (EFL9051)
☐LiPo battery, 120 - 160 mAh 3.7V
*SPMAR6410 may be used with computer radio.
Covering Film Requirements
While any high-quality covering film may be used to finish this model, superior results will be achieved by
using genuine AeroLITE brand covering film, available exclusively from Stevens AeroModel. The lower
working temperature and light weight of AeroLITE are especially desirable for this type of model.
AeroLITE is one-third the weight of typical model covering films, and will present a significant weight
savings when applied to this model.
☐1 - PatchPakTM AeroLITE Base Color
☐1 - PatchPakTM AeroLITE Trim Color
Sealing Bare Wood
While not required, it is suggested that a high-quality clear lacquer be used to protect and seal any
unfinished wood. One single light coat of clear lacquer should be sufficient to protect the model from
moisture, without adding significantly to the model’s final flying weight.
Many parts of this model may be colored using a lacquer-based spray paint. Listed below are some of
the products we have used on our models. Please feel free to use whatever products you prefer.
☐DEFT clear lacquer-based sealant (available at most hardware stores)
☐Design Master Color Tool, lacquer-based spray paint (available at most arts and crafts stores)
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Required Building Supplies and Tools
☐CA glue, medium, 1/4 oz (PAAPT04)
☐CA glue, thin, 1/4 oz (PAAPT10)
☐CA glue applicator tips (PAAPT21)
☐CA glue accelerator (PAAPT15)
☐Hobby knife with supply of #11 blades
☐Sanding block with 400 and 600 grit paper
Building Supplies and Tools
☐Covering iron and heat gun
☐Needle nose pliers, small
☐Clear tape, 1/2 in. (DUB916)
☐Velcro for mounting battery (PKZ1039)
☐Masking tape (low-tack blue painters’ tape)
☐AeroLITETM covering film
Optional Building Supplies and Tools
☐Balsa filler (HCAR3401)
☐Modeling clay (ballast)
☐CA glue de-bonder (PAAPT16)
☐Required Building Supplies
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☐Clear lacquer-based sealant (DEFT)
☐Lacquer-based spray paint (Design
Master®)

Sheet Wood Inventory (1 of 1)
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Builder’s Notes
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General Assembly Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft from Stevens AeroModel.
This model has been developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM systems. Our kits
feature a unique interlocking construction process, that when compared to traditional building methods,
saves countless hours of measuring, cutting, sanding, and fitting. We are certain that you’ll find our kit to
offer a truly exceptional build experience.
As this kit is recommended for the novice model builder and pilot, we invite beginners who have
purchased this kit to seek the help of an experienced builder and pilot. If at any time during the assembly
of this kit, should you run across a term or technique that is foreign to you, please contact our staff with
your questions.
IMPORTANT!
Please READ and RE-READ these build instructions along with any other included documentation before
starting your build and/or contacting our staff for builder support.
Pre-Sanding
DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP. Before removing any parts from the laser-cut sheet wood, use a sanding
block loaded with 120 - 240 grit sandpaper and lightly sand the back side of each wood sheet. This step
removes any residue produced as a result of the laser cutting process. We have found that most stock
wood sizes run several thousandths of an inch oversized. This step also slightly reduces the thickness of
each sheet of wood. Leave all parts in the sheet wood until required for assembly.
Protecting Your Work Surface
Use the poly tube that this kit was shipped in as a nonstick barrier between your work surface and the
product assembly.
Bonding the Assembly
This product’s tabs and notches interlock like a 3D puzzle. We strongly suggest that when fitting parts,
you dry fit (use no glue) the parts together first. It is advised to work 1 - 2 steps ahead in the instructions,
using this dry-fit technique. This allows the opportunity to inspect the fit and location of assembled
components, and shows the benefits of our construction technique. As each successive part is added, it
contributes to pulling the entire assembly square. Once you arrive at the end of a major assembly
sequence, square your work on a flat work surface and bond the dry fit joints with glue. Using the dry-fit
process, you’ll be able to recover from a minor build mistake and will ultimately end up with a square and
true assembly.
Unless otherwise noted in the instructions, we find it easier to “tack glue” parts (temporarily bonding parts
in assemblies, using a small dot of glue). When using medium CA glue, apply with a fine-tip CA glue
applicator. Never bond painted or covered assemblies with thin CA, as it can destroy the finish of a
beautifully prepared model.
Never Force the Fit!
This is a precision laser-cut kit. Our lasers cut to within 5 thousandths of an inch in accuracy. Yet the
wood stock supplied to us by the mill may vary in thickness by up to 20 thousandths. This variance in the
wood stock can cause some tabs and notches to fit very tightly. With this in mind, consider lightly sanding
or lightly pinching a tight-fitting tab, rather than forcing the parts together. You will break fewer parts in
assembly, and end up with a square and true airframe.
Manual Updates
Please check our website for updates to these instructions before starting the build. To obtain downloads
and updates to this model aircraft kit, please visit the product page at stevensaero.com
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Fuselage
Fuselage parts are designated with the letter “F” followed by a number. Parts have been numbered so
that the fuselage assembly follows a sequential order: F1 to F20.
Note: When initially bonding parts, use a single, small drop of medium CA glue, applied sparingly with a
CA glue applicator tip, to “tack glue” the part in place. Should you commit an error in assembly, it will be
easier to recover from the mistake and remove or correct the part in error, if you do not soak the assembly
with glue after each step! This method of assembly will allow our interlocking design to do its job.
As each successive part is installed within the fuselage, it will help pull the entire structure square and
true. When a major assembly is completed, revisit all joints and bond completely. Do not use excessive
amounts of glue, as this only adds weight to the model.
1. Motor Mount: Lay the motor mount plate F1a (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) on the work
surface with the etched “Top” side facing up. Fit two F1a’s (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the
slots marked with an arrow on F1a, and bond with CA.
2. Turn the assembly upside down on the workbench, and fit two F2s (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in.
ply) to the remaining slots on the bottom of F1a. Bond with CA.
3. Lay former F3 (sheet 01/08, 1/20 in. balsa) on the work surface with the etched side facing
up. Fit the motor mount assembly to the slots in F3, and bond.
4. Central Crutch and Receiver Tray: Lay F4 (sheet 02/08, 1/20 in. balsa) on the work
surface with the etched “Bottom” side facing up. Note the arrows at one end. These
indicate the front edge of F4. Fit two parts RT (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the Delrin
receiver clip found in the hardware bag. Fit this receiver tray assembly to the bottom of F4,
oriented so that the long arm of the clip is at the rear of the assembly. Bond with CA.
5. Turn F4 right side up, with the receiver tray underneath. Fit the front of F4 (indicated by the
arrows at that end) to the back of F3, oriented so that both parts F1a are pointing up, and
“tack glue” with medium CA.
6. “Tack glue” former F5 (sheet 01/08, 1/20 in. balsa) to the rear of F4, oriented with the
etched side facing forward, and the end marked “Top” corresponding with the top of F3.
7. Fuselage Sides and Landing Gear Pocket: Assemble the fuselage side F6 from parts
F6a, F6b, and F6c (sheet 02/08, 1/20 in. balsa), and bond with CA.
8. Fit the fuselage side F6 to the right side of the central crutch assembly, “tack gluing” it to
F1a, F3, F4, and F5.
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 Step 8
Step 7
Step 6
Step 5
F1a
Top
Bottom View
F1b
F1a
F3
F4
Bottom View
Bottom View
F4
Top
F5
Top
F6a
F2
F2
F1b
F2
F2
Front
Rear
Long Arm
RT
F3
Front
F4
Top
Receiver Tray
Underneath
F1b
F6b
F6c
F6
Top View
Receiver Clip

Fuselage (continued)
9. Turn the fuselage assembly upside down on the workbench. Begin the landing gear pocket
assembly by fitting part F7 (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the two slots in the bottom of F4,
and the oversized notch along the bottom edge of the fuselage side. This notch is
oversized so that all three of the landing gear pocket parts will fit. F9 will occupy the
forward portion of this notch. Do not bond!
10. Fit F8 (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the notch in the fuselage side, immediately behind and
against F7. Do not bond!
11. Fit F9 (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the notch in the fuselage side and the single slot in F4,
immediately behind and against F8. Do not bond!
12. Assemble the left fuselage side from parts F10a, F10b, and F10c (sheet 01/08, 1/20 in.
balsa). Fit and “tack glue” F10 to the left side of the fuselage assembly. Square the
assembly on a flat surface and “final bond” all parts together with CA.
13. Aft Fuselage: Fit and “tack glue” former F11 (sheet 03/08, 1/20 in. balsa) to the slots
midway back in the fuselage sides, oriented so that the top of F11 corresponds with the top
of formers F3 and F5.
14. Assemble the aft fuselage top from parts F12a and F12b (sheet 02/08, 1/20 in. balsa). Bond
with CA.
15. Fit and “tack glue” the F12 assembly to the notches along the top edge of the aft fuselage
sides, and to formers F5 and F11.
16. Assemble the aft fuselage bottom from parts F13a, F13b, F13d (sheet 01/08, 1/20 in.
balsa), and F13c (sheet 03/08, 1/20 in. balsa), bond with CA.
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Step 9
Step 10
Step 11
Step 12 Step 16
Step 15
Step 14
Step 13
F7
Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
Notch
F8
F9
F10
F11
Top
F12a
F12
F13a
Slots
Slot
F12b
F13b
F13c
F13d
F11
F5
F3
F7

Fuselage (continued)
17. Fit and “tack glue” the F13 assembly to the notches along the bottom edge of the aft
fuselage sides, and formers F5 and F11. View the fuselage from behind and check for any
twist in the structure. If a twist is detected, gently twist the structure in the other direction
until straight. “Final bond” all parts in the aft fuselage together with CA.
18. Central Fuselage Bottom and Nose: Fit F14 (sheet 01/08, 1/20 in. balsa) to the bottom of
the fuselage, immediately behind the landing gear pocket. The tabs on each side of F14
will span the large slots on each side of the fuselage. The front of F14 will fit the tabs along
the bottom of F9. Bond with CA. Ensure that no glue enters the landing gear pocket.
19. Position F15 (sheet 04/08, 1/20 in. balsa) immediately in front of the landing gear pocket,
with the arrows at the front edge of F15 pointing forward. Carefully align the rear edge of
F15 over former F7. Ensure that it does not cover the slot in the landing gear pocket.
The front edge of F15 will cover only the rear half of former F3, leaving an edge on which
the nose sheeting will rest in a later step. Bond F15 to F7 first, then bend F15 over former
F3, bonding it to F3 and the fuselage sides with CA.
20. Locate the nose parts F16 and F17 (sheet 07/08, 1/8 in. balsa). Paint the two etched areas
on F16, and the inside of the cut-outs in F17, black.
21. Fit F16 to the tabs at the front of both F1b’s and both F2s. The tabs on the F2s will extend
beyond the face of F16, to receive F17 in the next step. Ensure that F16 is fully seated,
then bond it to the motor mount assembly and fuselage sides with CA.
22. Fit F17 to the tabs on both F2s, and flush against F16. Bond to F16 with CA.
23. Moisten one side of the lower nose sheeting F18 (sheet 04/08, 1/20 in. balsa) with glass
cleaner and allow it to soak for a minute or two. This will make F18 more pliable, allowing it
to conform to the curves of the fuselage nose.
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Step 17
Step 18
Step 19
Step 19 Cont. Step 23
Step 22
Step 21
Step 20
F13
Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
Bottom View
F14
F15
F15
F16
F17
F16
F17
F18
Long
Notch
Bond
Bond
Paint
Flat Black
F5
F11
F9

Fuselage (continued)
24. With the moist side out, fit the notch at the front of F18 to the tab at the bottom of F16. Lay
the rear edge on the bottom of former F3. Wrap F18 around formers F3 and F16, and hold
in place with low-tack masking tape until dry.
25. While F18 is drying, locate the upper nose sheeting F19 (sheet 03/08, 1/20 balsa). Moisten
one side of F19 with glass cleaner, and allow it to soak for a minute or two.
26. Fit the notch at the front of F19 to the tab at the top of F16, and to the tab at the top of F3.
Wrap F19 around formers F3 and F16, and hold in place with low-tack masking tape until
dry.
27. While F18 and F19 are drying, locate the wing/fuselage top sheeting F20 (taped to the
wood brick). Fit the notches near the rear of F20 to the tabs along the top edge of the
fuselage sides, immediately in front of F12. Bond the rear edge of F20 to F12 with CA.
Wrap F20 over the top of the fuselage. Fit the notches in F20 (along the edges) to the tabs
in the fuselage sides. Bond F20 to the fuselage sides with CA.
28. Back to the nose sheeting. When the bottom sheeting F18 is completely dry, remove the
tape, and bond F18 to F3, F16, and the fuselage sides with CA.
29. When F19 is completely dry, remove the tape and F19 from the fuselage. Turn F19
upside down. Using a sanding stick or sanding block, carefully sand a 45-degree bevel
along the bottom of the left and right sides of F19. This will provide a better fit between
F19 and the fuselage sides.
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Step 24
Step 25
Step 26
Step 27 Step 29 Cont.
Step 29
Step 28
Step 27 Cont.
F18
Bottom View
Tap e
F19
F19
F20
F20
Bottom
Top
45 deg.
F3
Bond
Bond
Bond
F3
F16 Tab
F16 Tab
F12
F18
Bottom View
Bond
F19
F19

Fuselage (continued)
30. Fit F19 to the tabs on F3 and F16. Bond F19 to the fuselage sides, nose, and F3.
Note: The slot in F19 immediately behind the opening for the tab on former F3. This
slot is the forward windscreen mount. Ensure that the slot is not filled with glue
during the bonding process.
31. Shaping and Final Sanding: Use a sanding block to round the edges of the nose.
Shape the nose so it flows smoothly into the top and sides of the fuselage. Turn the
fuselage over, and round the bottom of the nose, so it flows smoothly into the bottom
sheeting. Smooth the joint between F15 and F18, and round F18 into the fuselage sides.
32. Give the fuselage an overall light sanding, removing any excess glue and smoothing the
joints between parts, to prepare it for covering.
Set the completed fuselage aside, until required in final assembly.
Tail Surfaces
33. Locate the horizontal stabilizer H (sheet 05/08, 1/20 in. balsa). Lightly sand the stabilizer,
rounding the leading edge, and leaving the trailing edge square.
34. Assemble the elevator by fitting E1 (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply) to two E2s (sheet 05/08, 1/20
in. balsa), and bond with CA.
35. Align the leading edge of the elevator with the edge of the work surface. Use a sanding
block to sand a 45-degree bevel along the leading edge. This bevelled edge is now the
bottom of the elevator.
36. Locate the vertical stabilizer V (sheet 05/08, 1/20 in. balsa). Lightly sand the stabilizer,
rounding the leading edge, and leaving the trailing edge square.
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Step 30
Step 31
Step 31 Cont.
Step 32 Step 36
Step 35
Step 34
Step 33
Bottom View
H
E2
Top
45 deg.
V
Round
Round
Straight
E1 E2
Bottom
Round
Straight
F19
Windscreen
Slot
F3 Tab
Bond
Bond

Tail Surfaces (continued)
37. Locate the rudder R (sheet 05/08, 1/20 in. balsa) and lightly sand both sides.
38. Align the leading edge of the rudder along the edge of the work surface, with the left side
facing up. Use a sanding block to sand a 45-degree bevel along the leading edge.
Set the competed tail surfaces aside, until required in final assembly.
Wings
39. Start construction of the wings with the right wing panel. Lay W1(R) (sheet 03/08, 1/20 in.
balsa) on the work surface with the etched side facing up. Fit the tabs at the rear of ribs
W2, W3, and W4 (sheet 03/08, 1/20 in. balsa) to the slots along the trailing edge of the wing
panel. Refer to the Bottom View - Right Wing on the detail sheet for the proper location of
each rib. Bond the rear of the ribs to the wing panel with CA.
40. Turn the wing panel right side up. Wrap the wing panel over the ribs, and bond the ribs to
the wing panel at the wing spar, and to the notches in the front of the wing panel. Remove
the wing panel from the work surface and examine each rib. Close any gaps between the
ribs and the wing panel, bonding with CA.
41. Repeat steps 39 and 40, to build the left wing panel. Use parts W1(L) and parts W2, W3,
and W4 (sheet 04/08, 1/20 in. balsa).
Lightly sand the wings to prepare them for covering and remove excess glue. Set the
completed wing assemblies aside, until required in final assembly.
Wheel Pants
42. Begin the wheel pant assembly by locating parts WP1, WP3, and WP5 (sheet 06/08, 1/16
in. balsa) and parts WP2 and WP4 (sheet 07/08, 1/8 in. balsa). Stack one set of parts WP1
through WP5 in order, with the etched side of each part facing up. Carefully align the edges
of each part, then wick CA between the parts, to bond them together.
43. Fit part WP6 (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. play) into the recess in WP5, and bond with CA.
Note: Ensure that no glue enters the slot in WP6.
44. Repeat steps 42 and 43, to build the second wheel pant. Note: Ensure that there is a
right and left wheel pant.
45. Sand the wheel pants to a streamlined shape, rounding the front and tapering the rear,
as viewed from the top and bottom.
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Step 37
Step 38
Step 39
Step 40 Step 45
Step 44
Step 43
Step 42
R1
Bottom View
Left
45 deg.
Right
Right
Left
Top View
W1(R)
Top View
W2
W3
W4
Top View
Bond
Bond
Wrap
Wrap
Bond
WP1
WP5
WP5
WP1
WP5
WP6
WP5

Wheel Pants (continued)
46. View the wheel pants from the front and rear, rounding the top and sides, leaving the
bottom square.
47. Sand all the curves smoothly, until the wheel pants look uniform.
Set the completed wheel pants aside, until required in final assembly.
Struts
48. Build two sets of flying struts, by fitting and bonding parts Sa and Sb (sheet 08/08,
1/32 in. ply) together. Lightly sand the struts, and set them aside, until required in final
assembly.
49. Build the central landing gear struts (refer to the Landing Gear Detail on the detail sheets)
from parts LG3a and LG3b (sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply). Bond with CA.
Final Assembly
50. Covering and Painting: Use a high-quality, light-weight covering material such as
AeroLite, available in rolls or convenient PatchPaks from stevensaero.com. One PatchPak
for the base color, and one for the trim color, will provide all the covering material needed
for this model. For painting the smaller parts, we recommend a high-quality, lacquer-based
paint, such as Design Master Color Tool, available at most arts and crafts stores. Design
Master Color Tool is light-weight, fast-drying, and is ideal for this project.
Fuselage: Cover the fuselage, leaving the bottom of the rear portion of the fuselage
uncovered at this time. You will cover this area after the push rods are installed in a later
step.
Wings: Paint the underside of the wings, if desired, prior to covering. Cover the top of the
wings only. Note: Covering the bottom of the wings will greatly degrade the flying
performance of the model.
Wheel Pants and Struts: Paint the wheel pants and flying struts, landing gear struts LG2
(sheet 08/08, 1/32 in. ply), and the LG3 assembly to match the chosen color scheme.
Tail surfaces: Paint or cover to match the chosen color scheme.
Push Rods and Electronics:
51. Refer to the Push Rod Detail on the detail sheets, and make a “snake” bend in one end of
each of the .015 wire push rods supplied in the kit.
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Clipped-Wing Taylorcraft - Build Instructions © 2014 Stevens AeroModel, all rights reserved.!Page 20
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