WATT AGE Extra 330l EP User manual

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The Wattage Extra 330L EPARF is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors
18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728
All contents copyright © 2001 & 2003, Global Hobby Distributors Version V2.0 May 2003
Wattage 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 Wattage's liability
exceed the original cost of the purchased kit.
In that Wattage 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.
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 theAMAat the address below.
They will 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
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINAL ASSEMBLY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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 any other components purchased separately.
Safety Warning...............................................................2
Introduction ....................................................................3
Our Recommendations...................................................4
Additional Items Required.............................................4
Tools and Supplies Required .........................................5
Kit Contents....................................................................5
Replacement Parts..........................................................6
A Note About Covering .................................................7
Motor Break-In...............................................................7
Breaking In the Motor .............................................7
Wing Mounting ..............................................................8
Mounting the Wing..................................................8
Horizontal Stabilizer ......................................................8
Aligning the Horizontal Stabilizer ..........................8
Mounting the Horizontal Stabilizer.........................9
Vertical Stabilizer .........................................................10
Aligning the Vertical Stabilizer .............................10
Control Surface Hinging..............................................10
Hinging the Ailerons..............................................10
Hinging the Elevator..............................................11
Installing the Tail Wheel Wire...............................12
Hinging the Rudder................................................12
Installing the Tail Wheel........................................12
Main Landing Gear ......................................................13
Installing the Landing Gear Wire ..........................13
Installing the Wheels .............................................13
Servo Installation .........................................................14
Installing the Servos ..............................................14
Elevator Pushrod ..........................................................15
Installing the Elevator Pushrod & Control Horn .15
Installing the Servo Horn.......................................15
Adjusting the Elevator Pushrod.............................16
Rudder Pushrod............................................................16
Installing the Rudder Pushrod & Control Horn ....16
Installing the Servo Horn.......................................17
Adjusting the Rudder Pushrod ..............................18
Aileron Linkage ...........................................................18
Adjusting the Control Horns .................................18
Installing the Aileron Linkage...............................18
Adjusting the Aileron Linkage ..............................19
Cowling ........................................................................19
Cutting the Air-Intake Holes .................................19
Cutting the Air-Exit Hole ......................................20
Installing the Propeller and Spinner Assembly.....20
Final Assembly.............................................................20
Installing the Electronic Speed Control ................20
Installing the Flight Battery...................................21
Installing the Receiver ...........................................21
Applying the Decals ..............................................21
Balancing......................................................................22
Balancing the Extra 330L EP ................................22
Lateral Balancing...................................................22
Control Throws ............................................................22
Preflight Check.............................................................23
Safety............................................................................23
Flying the Extra 330L EP ............................................24
Glossary of Terms ........................................................24
Motor Maintenance ......................................................25
Product Evaluation Sheet.............................................27

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Wattage Extra 330L EP ARF and welcome to the exciting world of electric-powered
aerobaticR/Cairplanes! WhetheryouhavebuiltandflownotherelectricR/Cairplanesinthepast,orifthisisyourfirst,you
will appreciate the high quality, ease of assembly and excellent flight characteristics of the Extra 330L EP.
The Extra 330L EP is an electric-powered, four channel semi-scale aerobatic airplane utilizing balsa and light-ply
constructionmaterials. The built-upbalsaand light-plywing hasbeen designedwith asemi-symmetrical airfoilthatstays
very stable throughout the entire flight envelope, yet makes inverted flight and aerobatics smooth and easy. The fuselage
is built up using balsa and light-ply and the tail surfaces are built up using lightweight balsa. This adds up to an airplane
that is light, very aerobatic and exciting to fly.
When you open the box, you will notice that you won't have much left to do or to purchase to finish your new
airplane. Included is a prewired 480 size motor and a dual-ball bearing gear box already preinstalled under the molded
cowling. The Extra 330L EP comes with a complete hardware package that includes wire pushrods, control horns,
wheels, molded wheel pants, propeller and other miscellaneous hardware. The airframe is completely built-up and cov-
ered by master craftsmen using real iron-on covering material. They take their time to ensure that every part is straight
and properly glued.
We hope you enjoy your newWattage Extra 330LEPARF 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
backofthisinstruction manual. Pleasetakethetimeto fillitoutand sendittous. Wealwaysenjoy hearinganycomments
or suggestions you may have.
This instruction manual is designed to guide you through the entire final assembly process of your new Wattage
Extra 330L EP ARF in the least amount of time possible. Along the way you'll learn how to properly assemble
your new airplane and also learn tips that will help you in the future. We have listed some of our recommendations
below. Please read through them before going any further.
✔Please read through each step before starting as-
sembly. You shouldfind the layoutvery complete 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
prevent 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 indi-
vidual 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 beginning
on page # 24. 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,
buttakeyourtime. Thiswillensureyoubuildastraight,
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:
Wattage Customer Care
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley CA 92728
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]
Wattage sells a complete line of replacement parts for your Extra 330L EP. If you should ever require things like
wing sets, cowlings or wheel pants, please contact us using the information above. We'll be happy to help you out.
For your convenience we have a complete replacement parts list on page # 6.

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This section describes the items you will need to purchase for your new Extra 330L EP. These suggestions are not set in
stone, but they should provide you with a good starting point.
OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
Here's What We Used to Finish Our Extra 330LEP:
P/N 759118 Hitec 555 Micro Receiver
Hitec Dual Conversion FM RX Crystal
P/N 444045 Cirrus CS-09 Micro Servos (3)
P/N 128486 Wattage IC-30A Micro ESC
7 Cell CP1300SCR NiCD Flight Battery
P/N 130108 Wattage PF-12 AC/DC Peak Detection Charger
P/N 625085 Dean's Ultra-Plug Battery Connector
P/N 869020 Dubro Double-Sided Tape
What Servos Do I Use?
The servos you use should be the lightest available, yet still have an adequate amount of torque. We suggest using servos
that weigh no more than 0.34 ounces and have a torque rating of no less than 11.0 ounces per square inch.
What Receiver Do I Use?
The receiver should be as light as possible, preferably 1/2oz. or less. Most four channel micro receivers would be a good
choice. If you plan on using the Hitec 555 Micro receiver, we suggest removing the case to reduce the receiver's weight.
If you do remove the case from your receiver we strongly suggest wrapping the receiver with heat-shrink material to
protect the internal components.
What Electronic Speed Control Do I Use?
The ESC you choose should be capable of handling no less than 30 amps continuous current. Again, lighter is better.
Your ESC should weigh no more than 1 ounce including the wiring and switch.
What Flight Battery Do I Use?
Throughmuchtesting withthis powersystemand airframecombination,we recommendusing aSanyo7cell CP1300SCR
flight pack. The CP1300SCR pack is ideal because it will provide superior runtime without any significant weight
penalty. We do not suggest using NiMH battery packs. At this time they cannot handle the current draw of this power
system.
IMPORTANT
When choosing accessories for your Extra 330LEP, such as servos, ESC, and receiver, it's very important to take
the weight of these items into consideration. Remember, the lighter the overall weight of the finished airplane, the
better the airplane will fly.
IMPORTANT The part number listed for the Cirrus servos is compatible with all radio control systems. This servo uses a universal connector. The
part number listed for the Hitec 555 Micro receiver is compatible with Hitec radio control systems. This receiver is also available for Futaba, JR and
Airtronics radio control systems. The Wattage IC-30AMicro ESC is compatible with Futaba, JR, Hitec,Airtronics-Z and others.
When you purchase the Hitec 555 Micro receiver, you must also purchase a Hitec brand crystal compatible with the receiver. The crystal
must also be on the same frequency as your transmitter. Note that the Hitec 555 Micro receiver uses a dual conversion FM
Hitec crystal.
Note: To minimize current loss, we suggest
soldering the motor wires directly to the ESC.
We also suggest replacing the stock Tamiya
connector that is likely preinstalled on your ESC
and flight battery with a more efficient Dean's
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❑{2} 1mm x 420mm Pushrod Wires
❑{2} 1mm x 110mm Pushrod Wires
❑{2} Control Horns
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
❑Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy # 887560
❑Kwik Bond Thin C/A # 887500
❑Kwik Bond Thick C/A # 887510
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife # 692801
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Magnum Z-Bend Pliers # 237473
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑1/16" Drill Bit
❑5/64" Drill Bit
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Builder's Triangle
❑220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Waxed Paper
❑Scissors
❑Masking Tape
❑Rubbing Alcohol
❑Paper Towels
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks # 864204
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups # 864205
❑Trinity Break-In Drops # 840365
❑Performance Plus Motor Spray # 340186
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 like we show. 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
listednext to aparticular part necessaryfor that step. Ifyou have anyquestions as towhat that partmight be, referback
to this section.
KIT CONTENTS
AIRFRAME ASSEMBLIES PUSHROD ASSEMBLIES
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❑{1} Fuselage w/Motor, Cowling & Canopy Deck
❑{1} Prejoined Wing w/Ailerons & Hinges
❑{1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator & Hinges
❑{1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder & Hinges
Because Z-Bends are used to connect the pushrods at both the servo ends and the control surface ends, we highly
suggest purchasing a Z-Bend tool to make these bends. You can make Z-Bends using needle nose pliers; however, it
is difficult, especially in the tight spaces of the fuselage.
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LANDING GEAR ASSEMBLIES MISCELLANEOUS ASSEMBLIES
❑{1} Prebent Main Gear Wire
❑{1} Prebent Tail Wheel Wire
❑{2} 45mm Diameter Main Gear Wheels
❑{1} 15mm Diameter Tail Wheel
❑{2} Molded Wheel Pants
❑{2} 1mm Nylon Wheel Retainers
❑{4} 3mm Nylon Wheel Retainers
❑{2} Prebent Aluminum Wheel Pant Mounts
❑{4} 2mm x 6mm Wood Screws
❑{1} Plywood Landing Gear Cover
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❑{1} Nylon Propeller
❑{1} Plastic Spinner Cone
❑{1} Plastic Spinner Backplate
❑{1} Nylon Backplate Spacer Set
❑{2} 3mm x 10mm Wood Screws
❑{1} 3mm x 15mm Machine Screw
❑{3} 30mm Velcro®Strips
❑{1} Decal Set - not shown
❑{1} 2:1 Pinion Gear
❑{1} 2.3:1 Pinion Gear
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The Extra 330L includes three different pinion gears - all serving different purposes. The pinion gear that has been
preinstalledinthe gearboxgives a1:7gear ratio. Use thisgear ratioformost standardsportflying. This isthelargest
of the three pinion gears.
The kit also includes two separate pinion gears. The mid-sized pinion gear will give a 2:1 gear ratio and the smallest
pinion gear will give a 2.3:1 gear ratio. Use these two pinion gears if you decide to use a bigger propeller and/or
decide to use the Wattage 10 cell 800Mah flight battery.
☛Wattage carries a complete line of replacement parts for your Extra 330L EP. Listed below are the replacement parts
that are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. These replacement parts can
be ordered through your local dealer or directly from Wattage by calling 1-714-964-0329.
131337 - 480 Size Motor w/Wires & Capacitors
131348 - Gear Box Assembly w/Propeller Adapter
and 1:7, 2:1 and 2.3:1 Gear Ratios
145185 - Cowling - Painted
145186 - Wheel Pants - Painted w/Mounting
Hardware
145187 - Spinner Set
145188 - Landing Gear Wire
145190 - Canopy
REPLACEMENT PARTS
145191 - Fuselage Set w/Canopy Deck & Canopy
145192 - Wing Set - Complete
145193 - Stabilizer Set - Complete
145194 - Pushrod Set - Complete w/Control Horns
145195 - Screw Set - Complete w/Wheel Pant Mounts
145196 - Decal Set
131342 - 8 x 6.5 Nylon Propeller
128525 - 10 Cell 800Mah Flight Battery

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The covering material used on the Extra 330L EP is real iron-on heat shrink covering material, not cheap "shelf paper."
Because of this, it is possible with heat and humidity changes that the covering on your airplane may wrinkle or sag. This
trait is inherent in all types of heat shrink material. To remove any wrinkles that might be visible you will need to purchase,
or borrow from a fellow modeler, a heat iron. If you need to purchase one, the Global Heat 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-high 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
ironslowly over thewrinkled section untilthe covering tightens andthe wrinkles disappear. Youwill noticethat the color
of the covering will darken when it is heated. When the covering cools back down, it will return to its normal color.
☛If the color layer smears from any of the seams the temperature of the iron is too hot. Turn the temperature dial down
and wait about 5 minutes for the iron to adjust to the lower temperature. You can remove any excess color streaks using
a paper towel soaked with a small quantity of Acetone.
MOTOR BREAK-IN
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
BREAKING IN THE MOTOR
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Paper Towels
❑Trinity Break-In Drops
❑Performance Plus Motor Spray
❑1) Usinga# 0phillipsscrewdriver,removethefour
wood screws that hold the cowling onto the fuselage.
Remove the cowling and set it and the screws aside.
❑2) Using a # 0 phillips screwdriver, loosen the four
wood screws that hold the motor clamp to the plywood
motor mount beams. See photo # 1 below.
❑3) Oncethemotorclampbeginstoloosen,carefully
pull the motor out of the clamp.
☛It isn't necessary to completely remove the wood
screws to remove the motor.
Photo # 1
❑4) Set the motor assembly, flight battery, charger,
radio system and ESC onto your workbench.
❑5) Chargetheflightbatteryusingyourpeakcharger,
following the instructions that were provided with the
charger. Also, make sure that the batteries in your trans-
mitter are fully charged.
❑6) Setthe motor assembly betweenthe handles ofa
pairofneedlenosepliers. Securethe motortothehandles
using three rubber bands (not included). This will keep
the motor secure enough for the break-in procedure. See
photo # 2 below.
Photo # 2
❑7) Plug the three servo leads and the ESC lead into
their proper slots in the receiver. Plug the red motor lead
into the red motor lead on the ESC and plug the black
motor lead into the black motor lead on the ESC.
☛The leads that are soldered onto the motor are "bul-
let" connectors. If your ESC does not use bullet
connectors, you will need to change the connectors on
the motor at this time.
❑8) Turnon thetransmitter and plug the flight battery
into the ESC. If the motor turns on immediately, use the
throttle stick to turn off the motor.
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❑9) With the motor turned off, test the operation of
thethreeservos. Eachservoshouldmovewhenyoumove
the control sticks.
❑10) Carefully spray a couple of light sprays of Per-
formancePlusMotorSprayinsidethemotoropeningsand
applya small dropofTrinityBreak-In Drops ontoeach of
the two motor bushings and onto the gear box bearings.
See photo # 3 below.
Photo # 3
❑11) Using a couple of paper towels, wipe off the
excess motor spray.
❑12) Slowly turn on the motor using the transmitter
throttlecontrolstick. Positionthesticktoabout1/3throttle
and let the motor run. While the motor is running, apply
a light spray of motor spray inside the motor openings
once every minute, followed by a small drop of Break-In
Drops on each of the motor bushings and gear box bear-
ings. Continue to do this until the battery is fully
discharged (i.e., the motor stops).
❑13) After the battery has discharged and the motor
has stopped, spray motor spray through the motor open-
ings until the fluid runs clear. Apply a couple of drops of
Break-In Drops to the motor bushings and gear box bear-
ings and wipe away all of the excess using paper towels.
❑14) Reinstall the motor assembly and the cowling.
Reverse the removal steps for installation.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
WING MOUNTING
❑# 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Straight Edge Ruler
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MOUNTING THE WING
❑1) Using a modeling knife, cut away the covering
material from over the predrilled wing hold down hole in
the bottom of the belly pan. The hole is located 1/2" in
front of the trailing edge and is 7/16" in diameter. See
photo # 4 below.
Photo # 4
❑2) Using a modeling knife, cut away the covering
material from over the 1/8" diameter hole located on the
top of the wing, directly above the hole in the belly pan.
❑3) Placethewingintothe wingsaddle,makingsure
thatthe dowelin theleadingedge ofthe wingengages the
predrilled hole in the forward bulkhead.
❑4) Line up the trailing edge of the wing with the
fuselage and install the wing using the 3mm x 15mm
machine screw. Tighten the machine screw firmly using
a # 1 phillips screwdriver.
☛The plywood wing hold down block has threads
tapped into it for the bolt to thread into.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
❑Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Builder's Triangle
❑220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Masking Tape
❑Rubbing Alcohol
❑Paper Towels
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
❑{1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator & Hinges
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❑1) Remove the elevator and hinges from the hori-
zontal stabilizer and set them aside for now. Remove the
wing from the fuselage and set it aside, also.
❑2) Using a modeling knife, carefully remove the
covering from over the horizontal stabilizer mounting
ALIGNING THE
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
❑{1} Fuselage w/Motor, Cowling & Canopy Deck
❑{1} Prejoined Wing w/Ailerons & Hinges
❑{1} 3mm x 15mm Machine Screw

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❑3) Using a ruler and a pen, locate the centerline
ofthe horizontalstabilizer,at thetrailing edge,and draw
a mark. Using a builder's triangle, extend this mark
from front to back across the top of the stabilizer. See
photo # 6 below.
Photo # 5
Photo # 6
❑4) Reinstall the wing onto the fuselage and slide
the stabilizer into the stabilizer mounting slot. Push the
stabilizer forward until the leading edge of the stabilizer
is pushed firmly against the front of the slot.
❑5) Align the centerline mark on the trailing edge of
the stabilizer with the center of the back edge of the fuse-
lage. When that is aligned, hold the trailing edge of the
stabilizerinthatpositionusingacoupleofpiecesofmask-
ing tape.
❑6) With the stabilizer in place, look carefully from
the front of the fuselage at both the wing and the stabi-
lizer. Whenalignedproperly,thestabilizershouldbelevel
with the wing. If it is not level, remove the stabilizer and
use220 gritsandpaper with asanding block tosand down
thehigher stabilizermounting sideuntilthe correctalign-
ment is achieved. See figure # 1 below.
slot in the back of the fuselage. The slot is 3" long and
1/8" tall, and is located 1-3/4" up from the bottom of the
fuselage. See photo # 5 below.
Figure # 1
❑7) Now check to make sure that the tips of the sta-
bilizer are equal distances from the tips of the wing. Use
a ruler and measure from one wing tip to the
stabilizer tip on the same side. Do this for both sides.
Whenthestabilizerisalignedproperly,bothofthesemea-
surements should be the same. See figure # 2 below.
Figure # 2
❑8) When you are satisfied with the alignment, hold
the stabilizer firmly in place using a couple of pieces of
masking tape and check the measurements once more.
❑9) With thestabilizerheldfirmlyin place,useapen
to draw lines onto the top and bottom of the stabilizer
where it and the fuselage sides meet. Do this on both the
right and left sides. See photo # 7 below.
MOUNTING THE
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
Photo # 7
❑10) Remove the horizontal stabilizer. Mix a gener-
ous amount of Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy. Apply a thin
layer to the mounting area on both the top and the bottom
ofthe stabilizerand to thetop andbottom of thestabilizer
mounting sides in the fuselage.
❑11) Slide the stabilizer back into place and realign
itwiththelinesyoudrew. Beforetheepoxysetsup,double
check all of your measurements once more.
❑12) Whenyouaresatisfiedwiththealignment,hold
the stabilizer in place using several pieces of masking
tapeand remove anyexcess epoxy before itsets up, using
a paper towel and rubbing alcohol. Allow the epoxy to
fully cure before proceeding.
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PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
VERTICAL STABILIZER
❑Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Builder's Triangle
❑220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Masking Tape
❑Rubbing Alcohol
❑Paper Towels
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
❑{1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder & Hinges
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ALIGNING THE
VERTICAL STABILIZER
❑1) Remove the rudder and hinges from the vertical
stabilizer and set them aside for now.
❑2) Using a modeling knife, carefully remove the
covering from over the vertical stabilizer mounting slot
in the top of the fuselage. The slot is 1-1/4" long and
1/8" wide, and is located 2-1/2" in front of the back edge
of the fuselage.
❑3) Slide the vertical stabilizer into the mounting
slot in the fuselage. Push the stabilizer down firmly and
adjustit untilthe trailingedge iseven withthe backedge
of the fuselage.
❑4) While holding the vertical stabilizer firmly in
place, use a pen to outline the base of the stabilizer onto
the top of the fuselage.
❑5) Removethe stabilizer. Usingamodeling knife,
carefully cut away and remove the covering from inside
the outline you drew. See photo # 8 below.
Photo # 8
❑6) Slide the vertical stabilizer back into place and
realign it. Using a builder's triangle, check to ensure
that the vertical stabilizer is aligned 90º to the horizon-
tal stabilizer. See figure # 3 below.
Figure # 3
❑7) Mix a generous amount of Kwik Bond 5 Minute
Epoxy. Apply a thin layer to the mounting slot in the top
of the fuselage and to the sides and bottom of the vertical
stabilizer mounting area.
❑8) Slidethestabilizer backintoplace andrealignit,
double checking all of your measurements. Hold the sta-
bilizer in place using several pieces of masking tape and
remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and rub-
bing alcohol before the epoxy sets up. Allow the epoxy
to fully cure before proceeding.
ALIGNING THE
VERTICAL STABILIZER
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
CONTROL SURFACE HINGING
❑Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy
❑Kwik Bond Thin C/A
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑1/16" Drill Bit
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Waxed Paper
❑Rubbing Alcohol
❑Paper Towels
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
❑{1} Prebent Tail Wheel Wire
❑{1} 15mm Tail Wheel
❑{2} 1mm Nylon Tail Wheel Retainers
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HINGING THE AILERONS
❑1) Locate the three precut hinge slots in the trailing
edgeofeach halfof thewing andthe leadingedgeof each
of the two ailerons.

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❑2) Test fit three C/A hinges into the hinge slots in
one aileron. Each hinge should be inserted far enough
intothe slotsso thatthe centerlinesof the hingesare flush
with the leading edge of the aileron. If the hinges cannot
beinserteddeeplyenough,use amodelingknifeandcare-
fully cut the hinge slots deeper. See photo # 9 below.
Photo # 9
☛Each of the hinges has a slot cut in the middle of it.
When installing the hinges, make sure that each of the
slots is perpendicular to the leading edge of the aileron.
These slots will allow the C/A to wick deeply into the
aileron giving the hinges more holding power.
❑3) With each of the hinges centered in the hinge
slots,apply 3-4drops of KwikBond ThinC/A to thejoint
where the hinges and the aileron meets. Allow a few sec-
onds between drops for the C/A to wick into the hinges,
thenturn theaileron overand repeatthis procedureon the
other side of each hinge. Allow the C/A to dry for about
10 minutes before proceeding.
❑4) Using a modeling knife, cut out a 1-3/4" x 2"
piece of waxed paper. Working with the same wing half
thattheaileroncamefrom,slide thewaxedpaperbetween
the aileron torque rod and the trailing edge of the wing.
See photo # 10 below.
Photo # 10
☛The waxed paper will prevent epoxy from getting
behind the torque rod and gluing it to the trailing edge
of the wing.
❑5) Mix a small quantity of Kwik Bond 5 Minute
Epoxy. Apply a thin layer of epoxy to the end of the aile-
ron torque rod and pack epoxy into the predrilled hole
and the precut groove in the leading edge of the aileron.
❑6) Slidetheaileronanditshingesintothehingeslots
inthetrailingedgeofthewing,makingsurethatthetorque
rod is firmly seated in the leading edge of the aileron.
Adjust the aileron so that the tip of the aileron is even
with the tip of the wing.
❑7) Whileholdingthe aileron tight against the wing,
rotate the aileron down about 45º. Apply 3-4 drops of
Kwik Bond Thin C/A to the exposed area of each hinge.
Turn the wing over and repeat for the other side of the
hinges. Allow the C/A and epoxy to fully cure. Once
cured,the aileron may be stiffand difficultto move. This
is normal. Gently pivot the aileron up and down about
five to ten times to free it up.
❑8) Repeatsteps # 2- #7 to hingethe second aileron
to the other half of the wing.
HINGING THE ELEVATOR
❑9) Locate the four precut hinge slots in the trailing
edge of the horizontal stabilizer and the leading edge of
the elevator.
☛Look carefully at the elevator and you will notice a
precut slot. This slot is in the bottom of the elevator, so
makesurethat youhingethe elevatorwith theslottoward
the bottom of the horizontal stabilizer.
❑10) Test fit the C/A hinges into the hinge slots in
the elevator. Each hinge should be inserted far enough
intothe slotsso thatthe centerlinesof the hingesare flush
withthe leadingedge ofthe elevator. If the hingescannot
be inserted deeply enough, use a modeling knife to care-
fully cut the hinge slots deeper.
☛Each of the hinges has a slot cut in the middle of it.
When installing the hinges, make sure that each of the
slots is perpendicular to the leading edge of the elevator.
Theseslotsallow theC/Ato wickdeeplyinto theelevator
giving the hinges more holding power.
❑11) With each of the hinges centered, apply 3-4
dropsofKwikBondThinC/Atothejointwherethehinges
andtheelevatormeet. Allowafewsecondsbetweendrops
for the C/A to wick into the hinges, then turn the elevator
over and repeat this procedure on the other side. Let the
C/A dry for about 10 minutes before proceeding.
❑12) Slide the elevator and its hinges into the precut
hinge slots in the trailing edge of the stabilizer. Adjust
the elevator so that the tips of the elevator are even with
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❑14) Usingaruler andapen, measureup 9/16"from
the bottom of the rudder (at the leading edge) and draw
a mark.
❑15) Usingadrillwitha1/16"drillbit,carefullydrill
a shallow hole into the leading edge of the rudder and the
mark you drew. Make sure you drill the hole perpendicu-
lar to the leading edge. See photo # 11 below.
Photo # 11
❑16) Using amodeling knife, carefully cuta shallow
grooveinthe leadingedgefrom thebaseof thehole down
to the bottom of the rudder. See figure # 4 below.
Figure # 4
❑17) Test fit the tail wheel wire into the hole and
groove. Whenproperlyaligned,thewireshouldrestwithin
thegrooveandtheouter surfaceofthewire shouldbeflush
withthe leadingedgeof therudder. Seephoto# 12below.
Photo # 12
INSTALLING THE TAIL WHEEL WIRE
❑13) Whileholding theelevator tightagainst thesta-
bilizer, rotate the elevator down about 45º. Apply 3-4
dropsofKwikBondThin C/Atotheexposed areaofeach
hinge. Turn the fuselage over and repeat for the other
side of the hinges. Allow the C/A to dry for about 10
minutes. Once the C/A dries, the elevator may be stiff
and difficult to move. This is normal. Gently pivot it up
and down about five to ten times to free it up.
❑18) Whensatisfiedwiththefit,removethetailwheel
wire. Using 220 grit sandpaper, carefully roughen only
the gluing surface of the wire.
❑19) Mix a small quantity of Kwik Bond 5 Minute
Epoxy. Pack epoxy into the hole and the groove in the
leading edge of the rudder, then push the tail wheel wire
firmly into place. Remove any excess epoxy using a
paper towel and rubbing alcohol and allow the epoxy to
fully cure before proceeding.
HINGING THE RUDDER
❑20) Locate the two precut hinge slots in the trailing
edge of the vertical stabilizer and the leading edge of the
rudder.
❑21) Test fit the two C/Ahinges into the hinge slots
in the rudder. Each hinge should be inserted far enough
intothe slotsso thatthe centerlinesof the hingesare flush
with the leading edge. If the hinges cannot be inserted
deeply enough, use a modeling knife to carefully cut the
hinge slots deeper.
☛Each of the hinges has a slot cut in the middle of it.
When installing the hinges, make sure that each of the
slots is perpendicular to the leading edge of the rudder.
These slots allow the C/A to wick deeply into the rudder
giving the hinges more holding power.
❑22) With each of the hinges centered, apply 3-4
dropsofKwikBondThinC/Atothejointwherethehinges
andthe rudder meet. Allow a fewseconds between drops
for the C/A to wick into the hinges, then turn the rudder
over and repeat this procedure on the other side. Let the
C/A dry for about 10 minutes before proceeding.
❑23) Slide the rudder and its hinges into the precut
hinge slots in the trailing edge of the vertical stabilizer.
Adjustthe rudder so that the tipof the rudder is even with
the tip of the vertical stabilizer.
❑24) While holding the rudder tight against the sta-
bilizer, rotate the rudder to the right about 45º. Apply 3-4
dropsofKwikBondThin C/Atotheexposed areaofeach
hinge. Turn the fuselage over and repeat for the other
side of the hinges. Allow the C/A to dry for about 10
minutes. Once the C/Ahas dried, the rudder may be stiff
and difficult to move. This is normal. Gently pivot it
back and forth about five to ten times to free it up.
INSTALLING THE TAIL WHEEL
❑25) Carefully push one 1mm nylon wheel retainer
onto the tail wheel wire as far as it will go.

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❑26) Slide the 15mm diameter tail wheel up against
thenylonwheelretainer,thenslidethesecond1mmwheel
retainer up against the tail wheel. See photo # 13 below.
Photo # 13
❑27) Center the tail wheel and the nylon retainers.
When satisfied with the alignment, secure the retainers in
place by carefully applying a small drop of Kwik Bond
Thin C/A to the outer edge of each retainer.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
MAIN LANDING GEAR
❑Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy
❑Kwik Bond Thick C/A
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Masking Tape
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks
❑NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups
❑{1} Prebent Main Gear Wire
❑{2} 45mm Diameter Main Gear Wheels
❑{2} Molded Wheel Pants
❑{4} 3mm Nylon Wheel Retainers
❑{2} Prebent Aluminum Wheel Pant Mounts
❑{4} 2mm x 6mm Wood Screws
❑{1} Plywood Landing Gear Cover
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INSTALLING THE LANDING GEAR WIRE
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❑1) Usingamodelingknife,removethesmallamount
of balsa that covers each side of the landing gear slot in
the bottom of the fuselage. See photo # 14 below.
Photo # 14
❑2) Carefullyslidetheprebentmainlandinggearwire
into the landing gear slot. Push the wire down evenly
until it bottoms out. See photo # 15 below.
☛There are plywood "stops" preglued into each side of
the slot that the top of the wire is pushed down against.
❑3) When satisfied with the fit, remove the landing
gear wire. Mix a small amount of Kwik Bond 5 Minute
Epoxy. Apply a very thin layer of epoxy onto both sides
of the landing gear slot.
❑4) Push the landing gear wire back into place and
realign it, making sure it's pushed down as far as it will
go. Allow the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding.
❑5) Using a modeling knife, remove the covering
from over the precut notch in each end of the plywood
landing gear cover.
❑6) Test fit the landing gear cover into place. The
notches fit around the landing gear wire and the sides of
the cover should be even with the sides of the fuselage.
See photo #16 below.
Photo # 16
❑7) When satisfied with the fit, remove the landing
gear cover. Carefully apply a thin layer of Kwik Bond
Thick C/A to the cover's gluing surface.
❑8) Set the landing gear cover back into place and
realign it. Hold the cover in place until the C/A cures.
INSTALLING THE WHEELS
Photo # 15
❑9) Slide one wheel pant partially onto one of the
landing gear axles followed by one 3mm nylon wheel
retainer.

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❑10) Carefully slide one 45mm diameter wheel onto
the axle, followed by a second 3mm nylon wheel retainer.
Align the predrilled hole in the outside of the wheel pant
and push it over the end of the axle. See figure # 5 below.
Figure # 5
❑11) Secure the wheel pant to the landing gear wire
using one prebent aluminum wheel pant mount and two
2mm x 6mm wood screws. Thread the screws into the
predrilled holes and tighten both of them firmly to hold
the wheel pant in place. See photo # 17 below.
Photo # 17
☛A small piece of plywood has been preglued to the
inside surface of the wheel pant for the wood screws to
thread into.
❑12) Repeat steps # 9 thru # 11 to install the second
wheel and wheel pant assembly.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
SERVO INSTALLATION
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Electric or Hand Drill
❑1/16" Drill Bit
INSTALLING THE SERVOS
❑1) Usinga # 0phillips screwdriver,remove the two
woodscrews thathold thecanopy deck inplace. Remove
the canopy deck from the fuselage and set it aside.
❑2) Locate the three servos you intend to use for the
elevator,rudder andaileroncontrols. Carefullyinstallthe
rubber grommets and 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 # 6 below.
❑3) Position two servos into the fuselage servo tray,
makingsure thatboth servo outputshafts facethe front of
the fuselage. See photo # 18 below.
Figure # 6
Photo # 18
❑4) Using a drill with a 1/16" drill bit, drill pilot
holes through the servo tray, one for each of the servo
mountingscrews (includedwithyour radiosystem). Us-
ing a # 0 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.
❑5) Place the remaining servo into the plywood ai-
leron servo tray, noting the position of the servo output
shaft. It should face the leading edge of the wing. See
photo # 19 below.
Photo # 19
☛When installing the aileron servo, make sure you
run the servo wire out the precut notch in the side of the
servo tray.

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❑6) Usingadrillwitha1/16"drillbit,drillpilotholes
throughtheservotray,oneforeachofthemountingscrews
(included with your radio system). Using a # 0 phillips
screwdriver, install and tighten the mounting screws to
hold the servo in place.
☛Becarefulnottodrillthrough thebottomofthewing!
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
ELEVATOR PUSHROD
❑Kwik Bond Thick C/A
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Magnum Z-Bend Pliers
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Masking Tape
❑{1} 1mm x 420mm Pushrod Wire
❑{1} Control Horn
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INSTALLING THE ELEVATOR
PUSHROD AND CONTROL HORN
❑1) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in only one end of the 1mm x 420mm pushrod wire. Use
wirecutterstoremoveanyexcesswire,leavingabout3/16"
of wire beyond the Z-bend.
❑2) Using a ruler and a pen, measure forward 3/4"
from the middle of the Z-bend and draw a mark on the
pushrod wire.
❑3) Usingapairofneedle nosepliers,carefullybend
a"V" shape in the wire. Themiddle of the "V"should be
located at the mark you drew. See photo # 20 below.
Photo # 20
☛When you bend the "V" shape, make sure it points
away from the Z-Bend as shown above.
❑4) Insert the Z-Bend into the outermost hole in the
control horn so that the "V" shape points toward the left
side of the control horn. See photo # 21 below.
Photo # 21
❑5) Using a modeling knife, remove the covering
from over the elevator pushrod exit hole in the back of
the fuselage. The hole is located on the right side of the
fuselage, 1-3/4" in front of the rudder hinge line and
1-1/16" up from the bottom of the fuselage.
❑6) Slide the plain end of the pushrod wire (with
the control horn still attached) into the nylon pushrod
housing.
❑7) Apply a bead of Kwik Bond Thick C/A into the
precut control horn mounting slot in the bottom of the
elevator. Slide the pushrod wire forward until the control
horn lines up with the mounting slot. Push the control
horn completely into the slot and hold it in place until the
C/A dries completely. See photo # 22 below.
Photo # 22
INSTALLING THE SERVO HORN
❑8) Use a couple of pieces of masking tape, taped
between the horizontal stabilizer and the elevator, to hold
the elevator centered.
❑9) Plug the elevator servo into the receiver. Plug
the ESC into the receiver and the flight battery into the
ESC . Turn on the radio system and center the servo
using the trim lever on the transmitter.
❑10) Place a "single arm" servo horn onto the eleva-
tor servo, making sure that the servo horn is centered and
points toward the fuselage side. The arm should have at
least four holes in it.

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☛If the servo arm has more than four holes in it, it may
hitthe side of the fuselagewhen it's installed. If that's the
case, use a modeling knife to cut the arm shorter.
❑11) With both the servo horn and the elevator cen-
tered, use a pen and draw a mark on the pushrod wire
where it crosses the third hole out from the center of the
servo horn. See photo # 23 below.
❑12) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in the pushrod wire at the mark you drew. Use wire cut-
ters to remove the excess wire.
❑13) Connect the servo arm to the Z-bend and attach
the servo horn to the servo output shaft, making sure that
theservo horn is centered. When satisfied with thealign-
ment, install and tighten the servo horn retaining screw,
provided with your servo, to secure the servo horn into
place. See photo # 24 below.
Photo # 23
Photo # 24
❑14) Removethe maskingtapefromtheelevatorand
doublecheck that boththe elevator andthe elevator servo
are still centered.
☛To adjust the center-trim of the elevator, use a pair of
pliers to carefully open or close the "V" in the pushrod
wire. Doing this will effectively lengthen or shorten the
pushrod wire.
ADJUSTING THE ELEVATOR PUSHROD
❑15) With your radio system plugged in and turned
on,checkthedirectiontheelevatorcontrolsurfacemoves
andthe amountof controldeflection. To dothis pullback
on the elevator control stick. The elevator should move
up. If it does not, flip the servo reversing switch on your
transmitter to change the direction.
❑16) Pullbackcompletelyontheelevatorcontrolstick.
Whileholdingthecontrolstickcompletelyback,usearuler
and measure the amount the trailing edge of the elevator
moves up. This measurement should be 3/8" measured at
the widest point of the elevator. See figure # 7 below.
Figure # 7
❑17) If the control surface deflection is more or less
than 3/8" it must be changed. If your radio is equipped
with End Point Adjustments (EPA), make those adjust-
ments using the transmitter. (Refer to your radio guide
for further details.) If your radio does not have this fea-
ture, you can still make the adjustments to the pushrod
manually.
❑18) If the elevator is moving more than 3/8", move
theZ-bendinone holetowardthe centerofthe servohorn
to decrease the control deflection. If the elevator is mov-
ingless than 3/8", move the Z-bend one hole out from the
centerof theservo hornto increasethe controldeflection.
When adjusted properly, the elevator should move 3/8"
both up and down.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
RUDDER PUSHROD
❑Kwik Bond Thick C/A
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Magnum Z-Bend Pliers
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Masking Tape
❑{1} 1mm x 420mm Pushrod Wire
❑{1} Control Horn
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INSTALLING THE RUDDER
PUSHROD AND CONTROL HORN
❑1) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in only one end of the 1mm x 420mm pushrod wire. Use
wirecutterstoremoveanyexcesswire,leavingabout3/16"
of wire beyond the Z-bend.

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❑2) Using a ruler and a pen, measure forward 3/4"
from the middle of the Z-bend and draw a mark on the
pushrod wire.
❑3) Usingapairofneedle nosepliers,carefullybend
a"V" shape in the wire. Themiddle of the "V"should be
located at the mark you drew. See photo # 25 below.
Photo # 25
☛When you bend the "V" shape, make sure it points
away from the Z-bend as shown above.
❑4) Insert the Z-Bend into the outermost hole in the
control horn so that the "V" shape points toward the left
side of the control horn (the same as you did with the
elevator control horn).
❑5) Using a modeling knife, remove the covering
from over the rudder pushrod exit hole in the back of the
fuselage. The hole is located on the left side of the fuse-
lage, 1-3/4" in front of the rudder hinge line and 1-1/16"
up from the bottom of the fuselage.
❑6) Slide the plain end of the pushrod wire (with
the control horn still attached) into the nylon pushrod
housing.
❑7) Apply a bead of Kwik Bond Thick C/A into the
precut control horn mounting slot in the rudder. Slide the
pushrod wire forward until the control horn lines up with
the mounting slot. Push the control horn completely into
theslotandholdit inplaceuntilthe C/Adriescompletely.
See photo # 26 below.
Photo # 26
INSTALLING THE SERVO HORN
❑8) Use a couple of pieces of masking tape, taped
between the vertical stabilizer and the rudder, to hold the
rudder centered.
❑9) Plug the rudder servo into the receiver. Plug the
ESC into the receiver and the flight battery into the ESC .
Turn on the radio system and center the servo using the
trim lever on the transmitter.
❑10) Place a "single arm" servo horn onto the rudder
servo, making sure that the servo horn is centered and
points toward the fuselage side. The arm should have at
least four holes in it.
☛If the servo arm has more than four holes in it, it may
hitthe side of the fuselagewhen it's installed. If that's the
case, use a modeling knife to cut the arm shorter.
❑11) With both the servo horn and the rudder cen-
tered,useapento drawamarkon thepushrodwirewhere
it crosses the third hole out from the center of the servo
horn. See photo # 27 below.
Photo # 27
❑12) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in the pushrod wire at the mark you drew. Use wire cut-
ters to remove the excess wire.
❑13) Connect the servo arm to the Z-bend and attach
the servo horn to the servo output shaft, making sure that
theservo horn is centered. When satisfied with thealign-
ment, install and tighten the servo horn retaining screw,
provided with your servo, to secure the servo horn into
place. See photo # 28 below.
Photo # 28

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❑14) Remove the masking tape from the rudder and
double check that both the rudder and the rudder servo
are still centered.
☛To adjust the center-trim of the rudder, use a pair of
pliers to carefully open or close the "V" in the pushrod
wire. Doing this will effectively lengthen or shorten the
pushrod wire.
ADJUSTING THE RUDDER PUSHROD
❑15) With your radio system plugged in and turned
on, check the direction the rudder control surface moves
and the amount of control deflection. To do this push
rightontherudder controlstick. Therudder shouldmove
right. If it does not, flip the servo reversing switch on
your transmitter to change the direction.
❑16) Pushrightcompletelyontheruddercontrolstick.
Whileholdingthecontrolstickcompletelyright,usearuler
and measure the amount the trailing edge of the rudder
moves right. This measurement should be 1/2" measured
at the widest point of the rudder. See figure # 8 below.
Figure # 8
❑17) If the control surface deflection is more or less
than 1/2" it must be changed. If your radio is equipped
with End Point Adjustments (EPA), make those adjust-
ments using the transmitter. (Refer to your radio guide
for further details.) If your radio does not have this fea-
ture, you can still make the adjustments to the pushrod
manually.
❑18) If the rudder is moving more than 1/2", move
theZ-bendinone holetowardthe centerofthe servohorn
to decrease the control deflection. If the rudder is mov-
ing lessthan 1/2", move the Z-bend out one hole from the
centerof theservo hornto increasethe controldeflection.
Whenadjustedproperly,theruddershouldmove1/2"both
right and left.
☛Double check that both the elevator and the rudder
pushrods move without binding. If there is any binding
present, use a pair of pliers to make very small bends in
the pushrod wires until they move smoothly.
PARTS REQUIRED
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
AILERON LINKAGE
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Needle Nose Pliers
❑Wire Cutters
❑Magnum Z-Bend Pliers
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Pen or Pencil
❑Masking Tape
❑{2} 1mm x 110mm Pushrod Wires
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ADJUSTING THE CONTROL HORNS
❑1) Two nylon adjustable control horns have been
partiallythreadedontothetwoailerontorquerods. Thread
thecontrol hornsintotheir finalpositions. The centerline
of each control horn should be 5/8" up from the top of the
wing. See figure # 9 below.
Figure # 9
INSTALLING THE AILERON LINKAGE
❑2) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in only one end of each of the two 1mm x 110mm push-
rod wires. Use wire cutters to remove any excess wire,
leaving about 3/16" of wire beyond the Z-bends.
❑3) Usingarulerandapen,measureforward1"from
the middle of the Z-bend and draw a mark. Do this on
both of the pushrod wires.
❑4) Usingapairofneedle nosepliers,carefullybend
a "V" shape into each of the two pushrod wires at the
marks you drew. See photo # 29 below.
Photo # 29

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❑5) InstalltheZ-bendineach pushrodwireintoeach
of the adjustable control horns.
☛Orientatethepushrodssothatthe"V"bendsarepoint-
ing toward the middle of the wing.
❑6) Plug the aileronservo into the receiver. Plug the
ESC into the receiver and the flight battery into the ESC.
Turn on the radio system and center the servo using the
trim lever on the transmitter.
❑7) Place a "dual arm" servo horn onto the aileron
servo, making sure that the servo horn is centered. Each
of the arms should have at least four holes in them.
❑8) Use a couple of pieces of masking tape, taped
between the wing and the ailerons, to hold the ailerons
centered.
❑9) With both the servo horn and the ailerons cen-
tered, use a pen to draw a mark on each pushrod wire
where it crosses the third hole out from the center of the
servo horn.
❑10) Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-bend
in each pushrod wire at the marks you drew. Use wire
cutters to remove the excess wires.
❑11) Attach the servohorn to the Z-bends and attach
theservo horn to the servo, making sure that it's centered.
Install and tighten the servo horn retaining screw, pro-
vided with your servo, to secure the servo arm into place.
See photo # 30 below.
Photo # 30
❑12) Removethemaskingtapefromeach aileronand
doublecheck that bothailerons, andthe aileron servo,are
still centered.
☛To adjust the center-trim of the ailerons, use a pair of
pliers to carefully open or close the "V" in each pushrod
wire. Doing this will effectively lengthen or shorten the
pushrod wires.
ADJUSTING THE AILERON LINKAGE
❑13) With your radio system plugged in and turned
on,check thedirectionsthe aileroncontrol surfacesmove
and the amount of control deflection. To do this, push
right on the aileron control stick. The aileron on the right
side of the wing should move up and the aileron on the
left side should move down (looking at the wing right
side up, from the rear). If they do not, flip the servo re-
versingswitchonyourtransmittertochangethedirection.
❑14) Push right completely on the aileron control
stick. While holding the control stick completely right,
use a ruler and measure the amount the trailing edge of
each aileron moves up and down. These measurements
should both be 1/4". See figure # 10 below.
Figure # 10
❑15) If the control surface deflection is more or less
than 1/4" it must be changed. If your radio is equipped
with End Point Adjustments (EPA), make those adjust-
ments using the transmitter. (Refer to your radio guide
for further details.) If your radio does not have this fea-
ture, you can still make the adjustments to the linkage
manually.
❑16) If theaileronsaremovingmorethan1/4",move
the Z-bends in one hole toward the center of the servo
hornto decreasethe control deflection. Ifthe aileronsare
moving less than 1/4", move the Z-bends out one hole
from the center of the servo horn to increase the control
deflection. When adjusted properly, both ailerons should
move 1/4" both up and down.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
COWLING
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Excel Modeling Knife
❑Straight Edge Ruler
❑Pen or Pencil
CUTTING THE AIR-INTAKE HOLES
☛The electric motor, flight battery and ESC all require
sufficient cooling to operate properly. For this reason air
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{1} Nylon Propeller
❑{1} Plastic Spinner Cone
❑{1} Plastic Spinner Backplate
❑{1} Nylon Backplate Spacer Set
❑{2} 3mm x 10mm Wood Screws
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Photo # 31
☛Scribe the plastic several times until the knife cuts
completely through. Don't try to cut completely through
the plastic all at once.
❑3) Reinstallthecowlingusingthefourwoodscrews
you removed previously. Reverse the removal steps for
installation.
CUTTING THE AIR-EXIT HOLE
❑4) Using a ruler and a pen, measure back 1" from
the back edge of the wing saddle and draw a mark in the
center of the fuselage.
❑5) Using a modeling knife, carefully cut a 3/4"
diameter hole through the bottom of the fuselage at the
mark you drew. See photo # 32 below.
intakeholesmustbecutintothecowlingandair-exitholes
must be cut into the bottom of the fuselage.
❑1) Usinga#0phillipsscrewdriver,removethefour
wood screws that hold the cowling in place. Remove the
cowling and set the screws aside.
❑2) Using a modeling knife, very carefully cut out
the two air-intake holes in the front of the cowling. See
photo # 31 below.
Photo # 32
INSTALLING THE PROPELLER
AND SPINNER ASSEMBLY
❑6) Using a modeling knife, remove the nylon spin-
ner backplate adapter (that fits firmly over the propeller
shaft) from the plastic spur and press it firmly into the
spinner backplate.
❑7) Slidethespinnerbackplateandthepropelleronto
thepropellershaft. Threadthemachinescrew andwasher
into the front of the adaptor and tighten them against the
propeller. Tighten the screw until it is snug. It is not
necessary to overtighten it. See photo # 33 below.
Photo # 33
☛Make sure that when you install the propeller it is
centeredbetweenthetwomoldedpins;otherwise,thespin-
ner cone will not line up properly with the backplate.
❑8) Slide the plastic spinner cone over the propeller
and secure it into the molded grooves in the backplate.
Hold the spinner cone in place using two 3mm x 10mm
woodscrews. Tightenthescrewsfirmlyusinga#0phillips
screwdriver.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
FINAL ASSEMBLY
❑Kwik Bond Thick C/A
❑# 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver
❑Scissors
PARTS REQUIRED
❑{3} 30mm Velcro®Strips
❑{1} Decal Set
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❑1) Connect the red and black leads from the motor
to the red and black motor leads on the ESC. Mount the
ESCon top ofthe flight batterydeck using a shortstrip of
Dubro Hook & Loop Material. See photo # 34 below.
Photo # 34
INSTALLING THE
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
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