Stevens Aero Model PLAYMITE 75 Manual

Wing Span: 22.5 inches | Wing Area: 75 square inches | Average Flying Weight: 1.75 ounces
Build Instructions - Version 1.0 (revised 03.28.2014)
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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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Playmite 75 - Kit Inventory
☐Laser-cut wood, 8 sheets (See Sheet Wood Inventory, page 5)
☐Illustrated Build Instructions
☐Plan Set, 2 sheets, 11 in. x 17 in.
☐Wing pylon F18, center former, 1/16 in. ply
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 Delrin receiver clip
☐1 Pair 1 1/8 in. diameter plastic wheels (SIGSH450)
☐1 Aluminum tube, 1/16 in. x 3/4 in.
☐1 Heat shrink tube, 1 1/2 in. x 1/16 in.
☐6 #16 Rubber bands
PlayMite - Background
The Playmite 75 is a pint-sized package, bursting at the seams with nostalgic charm. This compact
75 square-inch radio control model is designed to use ParkZone PKZ3352 ultra-micro electronics. The
Playmite 75 can be flown indoors, at the local gymnasium, or hop from thermal-to-thermal outdoors in
late evening lift.
There's something about these polyhedral/pylon ships of yesteryear that strikes a chord with old-timer
enthusiasts worldwide. Though there were hundreds of designs of the basic pylon model that circulated
through the budding model airplane industry, most enthusiasts seem to identify with the “Playboy” which
saw prolific distribution from manufacturer Cleveland Models.
The Playmite 75 design was directly inspired by this iconic model, while reminiscent of those bygone
years, our kit offers a modern design that builds trouble-free and quickly, thanks to modern design
processes pioneered by Stevens AeroModel.
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Suggested Items 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 the 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
*SPMAR6400 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 AeroLITETM brand covering film, available exclusively from Stevens AeroModel. The lower
working temperature and light weight of AeroLITETM are especially desirable for this type of model.
AeroLITETM is one-third the weight of typical model covering films, and will present a significant weight
savings when applied to this model.
☐3-4 - AeroLITETM PatchPaks (three base - one 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
☐
☐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 Playmite 75 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 250 - 400 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 F23.
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. Lay part F1 (sheet 04/08, 1/16 in. balsa) on your work surface, with the etched side facing
up. Please note the arrows at one end of F1, these indicate the front of F1. Locate parts
F2 and F3 (sheet 07/08, 1/32 in. ply) and assemble with the Delrin receiver clip, found in the
hardware bag. Do not glue the parts together.
Fit the assembled receiver tray to F1. The long arm of the clip must be oriented toward the
front of F1. Bond with medium CA. The side of F1 with the receiver tray is now the bottom
of the F1 assembly.
2. Turn F1 over, so that the receiver tray is underneath. Fit ply former F4 (sheet 07/08,
1/32 in. ply) to the front of F1. Make sure that the etching faces forward and that the top
of F4 is properly oriented.
3. Fit balsa former F5 (sheet 04/08, 1/16 in.) to the rear of F1, oriented so that the top of F5
corresponds with the top of F4.
4. Fit the two pylon supports F6 (sheet 03/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the slots and notches at the
top of F4 and F5. The arrow on F6 indicates the end which should face forward. “Tack
glue” the assembled fuselage crutch with medium CA.
5. Fit the motor mount plate F7 (07/08, 1/32 in. ply) to the wide slot in the middle of F4.
Ensure that the etched side marked “Top” faces up. Do not bond. This will be a somewhat
loose fit, which will allow F7 to assume the proper angle in the next assembly step.
6. Locate fuselage side F8a (sheet 03/08, 1/16 in. balsa) and assemble to the right side of the
fuselage crutch. Engage the tabs in F1, F4, F5, and F7 with the slots in the fuselage side.
7. Fit the forward fuselage doubler, part F8b (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the front of the
fuselage assembly. Slide the slot in F8b over F7. Make sure that the rear of F8b is
completely seated against former F4 and the fuselage side F8. “Tack glue” F8b to both
former F4 and the fuselage side F8.
8. Fit the landing gear pocket, part F9 (sheet 07/08, 1/32 in. ply) behind former F4. F9 fits into
the same slot and notch in the fuselage side shared by F4.
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 6
Step 5
F1
Bottom View
front
F2
F3
Long Arm bottom
Tray
underneath
F1
top
F4
F1
top
F5
F6
F6
F4
F1
F5
F8a
F4
F7 top
Bottom View
Step 7
Step 8
F9
F4
Bottom View
F8a
F8b
F4
F7
F4
F5
F7
F1
front
F8a

Fuselage (continued)
9. Fit the rear landing gear former, part F10 (sheet 07/08, 1/32 in. ply) behind F9. Use the
same slot and notch occupied by F9 and F4.
10. Fit the fuselage side F11a (sheet 03/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the left side of the fuselage crutch
assembly. Square the fuselage on a flat surface, and “tack glue” together with medium CA.
11. Fit the forward fuselage doubler, part F11b (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the front of the
fuselage assembly. Slide the slot in F8b over F7. Make sure that the rear of F11b is
completely seated against former F4 and the fuselage side F11a. “Tack glue” F11b to both
former F4 and the fuselage side F11a.
12. Fit and “tack glue” the rear fuselage former F12 to the slots in the fuselage sides behind F5.
13. Bring the rear of the fuselage sides together, and fit part F13 (sheet 03/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to
the notches along the top edge of the rear fuselage sides. “Tack glue” with medium CA.
14. Assemble the fuselage top sheeting by fitting parts F14a, F14b, and F14c (sheet 03/08,
1/16 in. balsa) together. Bond with CA.
15. Fit the completed F14 assembly into the notches along the top of the fuselage. “Tack glue”
where necessary.
Pro Builder Tip: If forming F14 around the curves of the fuselage proves difficult, moisten
the outside of the part with glass cleaner. Allow it to soak in for a minute or two. The F14
assembly should now be pliable and follow the curves of the fuselage.
16. Turn the fuselage over and fit part F15 (sheet 02/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the bottom of the
fuselage front. Make sure that F15 follows the curve of the fuselage. Bond with medium
CA. Ensure that no glue enters the landing gear pocket.
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Step 16
Step 15
Step 14
Step 11
Step 9
F10
Bottom View F8a
F4
F9
Step 10
F11a
F11a
F11b
F4
F7
Step 12
F12
F11a
F8a
Step 13
F8a
F11a
F13
F14a
F14b
F14c
Assemble F14
F8a
F14
F11a
F15
F8a
Bottom View
F11a
F4

Fuselage (continued)
17. Fit and bond F16 (sheet 02/08, 1/16 in. balsa) directly behind the landing gear pocket.
Ensure that no glue enters the landing gear pocket.
18. Assemble the fuselage bottom sheeting by fitting together parts F17a, F17b, and F17c
(sheet 02/08, 1/16 in. balsa). Do not remove the cut-outs in parts F17a and F17b. They will
be removed in a later step.
19. Fit the completed F17 assembly to the notches along the bottom of the rear fuselage.
“Tack glue” where necessary. Moisten the end of F17 with glass cleaner. Allow it to soak
for a minute or two, then wrap it around the curve at the rear of the fuselage. Bond in place
with medium CA.
20. View the fuselage from front and rear to ensure that it is not twisted. If the fuselage is
twisted, gently twist the fuselage in the opposite direction until it is straight. When you are
satisfied that the fuselage is straight, “final bond” the fuselage.
21. Using a sharp hobby knife, carefully remove the cut-outs in F17a and F17b.
Sand the completed fuselage, and set it aside until required for final assembly.
Pro Builder Tip: While sanding the fuselage of our display model, we discovered that
sanding sticks, like those used for fingernails, were ideal for sanding the concave curves on
the top and the bottom of the fuselage. These are available at most hobby shops, and in
the beauty section of most department stores.
22. Locate the parts used to assemble the wing pylon, part F18 (1/16 in. ply) and parts F19 and
F20 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa). Sandwich part F18 between balsa parts F19 and F20.
Carefully align all three parts and bond with CA.
Pro Builder Tip: When building our test models, we used alignment pins to help assemble
the wing pylons. Use two short pieces of 1/8 in. wooden dowel, aluminum tubing, or a
1/8 in. drill bit as an alignment pin. Insert the pins through the two alignment holes at the
bottom of the pylon, to properly align the parts. Bond all three parts together by wicking CA
around the top edges of the pylon. Remove the alignment pins and then finish bonding the
wing pylon. Do not bond the alignment pins to the pylon.
23. Fit the wing saddle, part F21 (sheet 06/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the top of the wing pylon.
Make sure that the arrows on F21 point forward. View the assembly from the front and rear,
to ensure that F21 is perpendicular to the pylon (forms a 90-degree angle). Bond with CA.
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Step 18
Step 17
Bottom View
F15
F16
F8a
F11a
F17a
F17b
F17c
Assemble F17
Do Not Remove
Step 19 Bottom View
F11a
F8a
F17
Step 19 Cont.
F17
Bottom View
F8a
Bottom View
F8a
F11a
Cut outs
removed
Step 21
Step 22
F18
front
rear
Step 22 Cont.
F20
F19
Alignment
Pins
F18
Step 23
F21
F19
rear
front
front
rear

Fuselage (continued)
24. Fit and bond hardwood rails, parts F22 and F23 (sheet 08/08, 3/32 in. basswood) to the
notches along the edges of the wing saddle.
25. Sand the front and rear of the wing pylon to a rounded shape. Set the completed pylon
assembly aside until required in final assembly.
Pro Builder Tip: We used a small piece of sandpaper wrapped around a 1/4 in. dowel to
help sand the front and rear of the wing pylon.
Wing
Wing parts are designated with the letter “W” followed by a number. Parts have been numbered so that
the wing assembly follows a sequential order: W1 to W22.
26. Assemble the wing spar by fitting together parts W1a (sheet 04/08, 3/32 in. balsa) and two
parts W1b (sheet 04/08, 3/32 in. balsa). Bond with CA.
27. Fit rib W2 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the center notch in the assembled wing spar.
Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
28. Fit the two ribs, W3 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the spar, one on each side of, and flush
against the center rib W2.
29. Build the right wing inner panel first: Fit rib W4 (sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the
middle notch on the wing spar W1. Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for
placement.
30. Fit and “tack glue” rib W5 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the tip of W1. Ensure that it rests
flush against the slightly-angled end of the wing spar W1. Refer to the Top View-Wing
drawing on the plan set for placement.
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Step 24
Step 25
Step 26
Step 27 Step 30 Cont.
Step 30
Step 29
Step 28
F22
F23
W3 W3
W3
W4
W1aW1b
W1b
W4
W5
W5
W1
Flush
W1
W2
Round front
and back
Leave
square
W1
W1
W1
F19
F19
F21
Assemble W1
Wing center
Wing center
left
right
W2
right

Wing (continued)
31. Assemble the right wing trailing edge, by fitting and bonding together parts W6a, W6b, and
W6c (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa). The arrow at the end of W6a will point toward the center
of the wing, rib W3.
32. Fit the assembled trailing edge to the rear of ribs W2, W3, W4, and W5. “Tack glue” in
place. Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
33. Fit and “tack glue” the leading edge web, part W7 (sheet 04/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the front
of ribs W2 through W5. The arrow at the end of W7 should point to the center of the wing,
rib W3.
34. Fit and “tack glue” the wing leading edge, part W8 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to W7.
Make sure that W8 sits flush against the front of ribs W2, W3, W4, and W5. Ensure that the
arrow at the end of W8 points toward rib W3. Now, fit the sub ribs, parts W9 and W10
(sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the notches in the wing spar between ribs W3, W4, and W5.
Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
35. Starting from the center of the wing, fit the wing diagonal braces, parts W11, W12, W13,
and W14 (sheet 04/08, 1/16 in. balsa) in numerical order, between the ribs and sub ribs.
Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement. Hold the wing panel
down on a flat surface and ensure that all parts are properly seated, and that the wing
assembly is square. “Final bond” all parts together with CA.
36. Repeat steps 29 through 35 to build the left wing inner panel.
37. Fit the trailing edge reinforcement, part W15 (sheet 07/08, 1/32. ply) to the recess in the
center of the wing trailing edge. Bond with CA.
38. Build the right outer wing panel first: Locate the outer wing spar, part W16 (sheet 04/08,
1/16 in. balsa). Note: Do not remove the stand-off tab on W16 during construction. It will
be removed after wing assembly in a later step. Slide the end of W16 into the upper slot in
rib W5, and align with the main spar W1. Ensure that W16 is fully seated against rib W5
and that it is in line with W1. Bond W16 to W1 and W5 with CA.
Note: Photos for step 38 on pages 17 and 19
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Step 31
Step 32
Step 33
Step 34 Step 38
Step 37
Step 36
Step 35
W6a
W6b
W6c
W6
W4
W5
W7
W3
W4
W5
W9
W10
W8
W16
Do Not
Remove
W15
W11
W12
W13
W14
W3/W2/W3
W1
W4
W5
W3
W6
W1
Sub-ribs
W6
W6
W1
Assemble W6
Wing center
Trailing edge
Leading edge
Wing center
Wing center
right
left
Wing center

Wing (continued)
39. Fit and “tack glue” sub-rib, part W17 (sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the first notch in W16,
outer wing spar. Refer to the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
40. Locate wing rib W18 (sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa). Note: W18 includes a stand-off tab that
will create the washout required for the wing tip. Leave the tab in place, until directed to
remove it in a later assembly step. Fit and ‘tack glue” rib W18 to the wing spar. Refer to
the Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
41. Locate rib W19 (sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa). Note: W19 includes two stand-off tabs. They
will help form the wing tip taper and washout. Do not remove the tabs until directed to, in a
later assembly step. Fit and “tack glue” rib W19 to the W16, outer wing spar. Refer to the
Top View-Wing drawing on the plan set for placement.
42. Fit and “tack glue” the leading edge web, part W20 (sheet 04/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the front
of ribs W5, W17, and W18. The arrow at the end of W20 should point toward rib W5.
43. Fit and “tack glue” the leading edge, part W21 (sheet 05/08, 3/32 in. balsa) to the leading
edge web and the front of ribs W5, W17, and W18. The arrow at the end of W21 should
point toward rib W5. Note: W21 does not contact the front of rib W19.
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Step 38 Cont.
Step 39
Step 40
Step 40 Cont. Step 43
Step 42
Step 41 Cont.
Step 41
W5
W16
W1
W16 W5
W17
W18
Do Not
Remove
W18
W17
W16
W21
W20
W5
W19
Do Not
Remove
W19
W16
W18
W17
W18
W5
W17
W18
Does not
contact W19

Wing (continued)
44. Fit and “tack glue” the wing tip sheeting, part W22 (sheet 01/08, 1/16 in. balsa) to the rear of
ribs W5 and W18. Wrap the wing tip over rib W19. Engage the tabs along the top of the
rib. Bond the leading edge of W22 flush with the top of W21. Hold the outer wing panel
down on a flat surface and “final bond” all mating surfaces.
Pro Builder Tip: When wrapping part W22 over wing ribs W18 and W19, lightly wet the top
of W22 with window cleaner and allow it to soak in for a minute or two. W22 should now
easily form over the wing airfoil.
45. Remove the stand-off tabs on the bottom of the spar W16, and ribs W18 and W19. Sand
the areas where the tabs were attached.
46. Repeat steps 38 through 45 to build the left outer wing panel.
47. Lightly sand the completed wing, removing any excess glue. Round the leading edge to
match the contours of the ribs and the profile shown in the Rib Profile Detail drawing on the
plan set. Sand the wing to prepare it for covering. At the wing tips, sand the leading edge
to flow smoothly into the wing tip sheeting, part W22. Sand the bottom of the wing trailing
edge to flow smoothly into the wing tip sheeting W22.
Set the completed wing assembly aside until required in final assembly.
Vertical Stabilizer and Rudder
Vertical stabilizer parts are designated with the letter “V” followed by a number. Parts have been
numbered so that the vertical stabilizer assembly follows a sequential order, V1 to V5. Rudder parts are
designated with the letter “R” followed by a number. Parts have been numbered so that rudder assembly
follows a sequential order, R1 through R3.
48. Build the vertical stabilizer over the drawing on the plan set. Use parts V1, V2, V3, V4, and
V5 (sheet 06/08, 3/32 in. balsa). Bond with CA. Next, build the rudder over the drawing on
the plan set, using parts R1, R2, and R3 (sheet 06/08, 3/32 in. balsa) and bond with CA.
Sand the vertical stabilizer and rudder, to prepare them for covering. Round the leading
edge of the vertical stabilizer, and leave the trailing edge square.
Build Instructions
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