WattAge Crazy MAX EP Instructions For Final Assembly

Brand: WattAge

Model: Crazy MAX EP

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: Instructions For Final Assembly

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The Wattage Crazy Max EP is distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

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. If there is no hobby shop in your area, we recommend that you contact the

AMA at the address below. They will be able to help you locate a flying field near you.

Academy of Model Aeronautics

5151 East Memorial Drive

Muncie IN 47302-9252

(800) 435-9262

www.modelaircraft.org

Specifications:

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Wing Span: 35 inches

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Wing Area: 284 square inches

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Length: 26 inches

● Weight: 12 - 13 ounces Ready to Fly

● Motor: 370 Electric with Gear Box & Propeller

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Functions: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder & Throttle

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Radio: 4 or More Channel Micro System

Kit Product Number 128432

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This R/C airplane is not a toy! If misused or abused, 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNING

OUR GUARANTEE:

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.

Safety Warning..........................................................................................................2

Introduction ...............................................................................................................3

Our Recommendations..............................................................................................4

Kit Contents...............................................................................................................5

Replacement Parts.....................................................................................................6

Tools and Supplies Required ....................................................................................7

Metric Conversion Chart...........................................................................................7

Section 1: Fuselage Assembly ..........................................................................8

Section 2: Horizontal Stabilizer......................................................................10

Section 3: Vertical Stabilizer...........................................................................13

Section 4: Motor and Gear Box Installation...................................................15

Section 5: Elevator and Rudder Pushrod Installation 17

Section 6: Wing Assembly..............................................................................19

Section 7: Aileron Pushrod Installation..........................................................22

Section 8: Wing Mounting ..............................................................................26

Section 9: Final Assembly ..............................................................................27

Section 10: Balancing the Crazy Max EP......................................................30

Section 11: Lateral Balancing ........................................................................31

Section 12: Control Throws ...........................................................................31

Section 13: Computer Radio Setup ................................................................31

Section 14: Preflight Check and Safety .........................................................32

Section 15: Flying the Crazy Max EP............................................................34

Product Evaluation Sheet........................................................................................35

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This instruction manual is designed to guide you through the entire final assembly process of your new airplane 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 beginning assembly.

The Crazy Max EP is constructed of Closed Cell Foam. It is very important that you use no

solvents, Cyanoacrylate (C/A) glue, or paint that can damage foam. If any of these chemicals

comes in contact with the foam parts, the parts will be destroyed and will not be covered under

warranty. Use only epoxy where glue is required. If you decide to paint the foam parts, use an

acrylic paint that will not attack foam and always test on a scrap piece first.

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Please read through each step before beginning

assembly. You should find the layout very complete

and straightforward. Our goal is to guide you through

assembly without any of the headaches and hassles

that you might expect.

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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.

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Cover your work table with brown paper or a soft

cloth, both to protect the table and to protect the parts.

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Keep a couple of small bowls or jars handy to put

the small parts in after you open the accessory bags.

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We're all excited to get a new airplane in the air, but

take your time. This will ensure you build a straight,

strong and great flying airplane.

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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

Wattage Customer Service

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Fountain Valley CA 92728

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the new Wattage Crazy Max EP. Before completing the final

assembly of your new airplane, please carefully read through this instruction manual

in its entirety. Doing so will ensure success the first time around!

Wattage Crazy Max EP Features:

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Compact, Lightweight Design for Small Field Flying

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Fully Symmetrical Wing for Exciting Flight Characteristics

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Large Control Surfaces for Extreme Aerobatics

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Optional Dual Aileron Servos Allows Mixing Capabilities

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Fiberglass Stabilizer Spar to Prevent Twisting and Flutter

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Powerful 370 Electric Motor with Gear Box and Propeller Included

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Includes Hardware for Dual or Single Aileron Servo Setups

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Colorful Decal Sheet Enhances Appearance

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All Hardware Included

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Quick & Easy Assembly - Over 50 Photos & Drawings Included

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This section lists the items you will need to purchase for your new Crazy Max EP. These suggestions are not set in stone,

but they will provide you with a good, proven starting point.

OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

For General Sport Flying We Recommend:

Cirrus MRX-4 Micro Receiver

Hitec Single Conversion RX Crystal

P/N 444052 Cirrus CS-10 Micro Servos (3)

P/N 128484 Wattage IC-15A ESC

P/N 128538 Wattage 8 Cell 800Mah NiMH Flight Battery

P/N 130103 Wattage 7-8 Cell 1 amp AC/DC Peak Charger

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

The Wattage Crazy Max EP is a high-performance, aerobatic electric-powered model. When choosing accessories like

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 perform.

Servos

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 0.19 ounces and have a torque rating of no less than 7.0 ounces per square inch.

Receiver

The receiver should be as light as possible, preferably 1/2oz. or less. Most four channel micro receivers will 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.

Special Note for Receiver:

If you plan on using two separate aileron servos so you can have mixing capabilities, make sure the receiver you

choose supports the mixing capabilities of your transmitter. Most 4 channel receivers don't, so you'll have to use a six

or more channel receiver. If it has a case, remove it to save weight.

Electronic Speed Control

The ESC you choose should be capable of handling no less than 15 amps continuous current. Again, lighter is better.

Your ESC should weigh no more than 1 ounce including the wiring and switch.

Special Note for ESC

Most 15amp ESCs don't support the use of more than three servos. If you use four servos in your Crazy Max you

should use a 30amp ESC. The added weight will be minimal.

Flight Battery

For the best flight performance the battery used should be an 8 cell 800Mah 5/4AAA NiMH pack. You can use NiCD

batteries but they are heavier and you won't get as long a flight time. NiMH batteries don't give quite as much power, but

still plenty for the Crazy Max and, most importantly, they are lighter and give significantly more flight time.

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For Aerobatic Flying with Mixing Capability We Recommend:

Hitec 8 Channel Super-Slim Receiver (remove case for lighter weight)

Hitec Dual Conversion RX Crystal

P/N 444052 Cirrus CS-10 Micro Servos (4)

P/N 128486 Wattage IC-30A ESC

P/N 128538 Wattage 8 Cell 800Mah NiMH Flight Battery

P/N 130103 Wattage 7-8 Cell 1 amp AC/DC Peak Charger

IMPORTANT

The part numbers listed for the Cirrus servos and Wattage ESCs are compatible with Hitec and JR receivers. These items

are also available with connectors that are compatible with Futaba and Airtronics receivers.

When you purchase a Hitec receiver, you must also purchase the Hitec brand crystal compatible with the receiver. The

crystal must also be on the same frequency as your transmitter. Note that the Cirrus MRX-4 Micro Receiver uses a single

conversion Hitec crystal. A dual conversion crystal will not work with it.

We have organized the parts as they come out of the box for easier identification during assembly. Before you begin

assembly, group the parts like we list them below. This will ensure that you have all of the parts before you begin

assembly and it will also help you become familiar with each part. If you find any parts missing or damaged, please

AIRFRAME ASSEMBLIES

❑ {1} Fuselage w/Plywood Motor Mount

❑ {1} Left Wing Panel

❑ {1} Right Wing Panel

❑ {1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator

❑ {1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder

❑ {2} Sheet-Foam Ailerons

KIT CONTENTS

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LANDING GEAR ASSEMBLY

❑ {1} Prebent Main Gear Wire

❑ {2} Main Gear Wheels

❑ {2} Nylon Wheel Retainers

MOTOR ASSEMBLY

❑ {1} 370 Motor w/Gear Box

❑ {1} 7.5 x 5 Propeller

❑ {1} 3mm Flat Washer

❑ {2} 3mm Hex Nuts

❑ {3} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws

Kit Contents Continued on Next Page

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Wattage stocks a complete line of replacement parts for your Crazy Max EP. Listed below are the replacement parts that

are available along with their respective part numbers for easy ordering convenience. We suggest ordering directly

from your local dealer. If your dealer does not stock Wattage products, you can order directly from us at the address

shown below:

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Global Hobby Distributors

18480 Bandilier Circle

Fountain Valley CA 92728

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PUSHROD ASSEMBLIES

❑ {2} 1.5mm x 400mm Threaded Pushrod Wires

❑ {2} 1.5mm x 150mm Threaded Pushrod Wires

❑ {4} Nylon Control Horns w/Backplates

❑ {4} Nylon Clevises

❑ {1} Aileron Servo Mounting Board - 2 Parts

WING MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES

❑ {1} Molded Plastic Wing Mount

❑ {1} 3mm x 60mm Wood Dowel

❑ {1} 3mm x 70mm Wood Dowel

❑ {1} Wing Reinforcement Board - 2 Parts

❑ {2} 180mm Long Adhesive Strips

❑ {2} Rubber Bands

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

❑ {1} Fiberglass Reinforcement Spar

❑ {1} Prebent Elevator Joiner Wire

❑ {1} Elevator Reinforcement Board - 2 Parts

❑ {2} 430mm Long Adhesive Strips

WARNING

We do not suggest storing your airplane in an extremely hot environment (like the back of your car in

direct sunlight) for any length of time. The extreme heat could cause the foam to melt and possibly

damage the fragile components of the radio system, ESC or batteries.

❑ {1} 37mm x 50mm Sheet-Foam

❑ {1} Fuselage Reinforcement Board

❑ {1} Decal Sheet

❑ {1} Double-Sided Tape

Instruction Manual - 145340

Wing Set - 145341

Fuselage Set - 145342

Stabilizer Set - 145343

Control Linkage Set - 145344

Decal Set - 145345

Motor, Gearbox & Propeller - 145346

Landing Gear Set - 145336

370 Electric Motor - 131350

Gear Box Assembly - 131371

Spur Gear & Pinion Set - 131376

7.5 x 5 Propeller - 131381

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❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy # 887560

❑ # 0 Phillips Head Screwdriver

❑ # 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver

❑ Magnum Z-Bend Pliers # 237473

❑ Wire Cutters

❑ Needle Nose Pliers

❑ Adjustable Wrench

❑ Excel Modeling Knife # 692801

❑ Scissors

❑ Electric Drill

❑ Assorted Drill Bits

❑ Ruler

❑ Pencil

❑ Masking Tape

❑ Builder's Triangle

❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks # 864204

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups # 864205

❑ K&S 30 Watt Soldering Iron # 598120

❑ Kester Solder # 398505

❑ Hair Dryer

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED

To convert inches into millimeters: Inches x 25.4 = mm

1/64" = .4mm

1/32" = .8mm

1/16" = 1.6mm

3/32" = 2.4mm

1/8" = 3.2mm

5/32" = 4.0mm

3/16" = 4.8mm

1/4" = 6.4mm

3/8" = 9.5mm

1/2" = 12.7mm

5/8" = 15.9mm

3/4" = 19.0mm

1" = 25.4mm

2" = 50.8mm

3" = 76.2mm

6" = 152.4mm

12" = 304.8mm

18" = 457.2mm

21" = 533.4mm

24" = 609.6mm

30" = 762.0mm

36" = 914.4mm

METRIC CONVERSION CHART

IMPORTANT

The soldering iron and solder listed above are optional. Depending on the ESC and flight battery you have chosen to use,

they may not have plugs that are compatible with the plug that comes preinstalled on the motor. If this is the case you will

need to solder a compatible plug onto the motor or, better yet, solder the ESC leads directly to the motor.

WARNING

The Crazy Max EP is constructed of Closed Cell Foam. It is very important that you use no solvents,

Cyanoacrylate (C/A) glue, or paint that can damage foam. If any of these chemicals comes in contact

with the foam parts, the parts will be destroyed and will not be covered under warranty. Use only epoxy

where glue is required. If you decide to add painted details to the Crazy Max, use acrylic-based paints

and always test the paint on a scrap piece first.

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❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy

❑ Excel Modeling Knife

❑ Scissors

❑ 1/8" Drill Bit

❑ Ruler

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {1} Fuselage w/Plywood Motor Mount

❑ {1} 3mm x 60mm Wood Dowel

❑ {1} 3mm x 70mm Wood Dowel

SECTION 1: FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY

❑ {1} Fuselage Reinforcement Board

❑ {1} Decal Sheet

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

❑ Pencil

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

Step 1: Installing the Truss Decal

❑ Using a pair of scissors, cut out the fuselage truss decal

along its outer edges.

❑ Carefully apply the decal to the fuselage, making sure

that the alignment marks at both the front and the back of the

decal line up with the edges of the fuselage.

IMPORTANT

The back edge of the decal should be 2-1/2" in front of the

back edge of the fuselage.

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Rub the decal down completely to remove any air bubbles or wrinkles, and to make sure that the decal is stuck firmly

in place.

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Step 2: Installing the Fuselage Reinforcement Board

❑ Using the tip of your modeling knife, carefully remove

the die-cut pieces out of both the middle and the outer edges

of the fuselage reinforcement board.

❑ Carefully bend each side of the reinforcement board down

at a 90º angle along the two scribe lines.

❑ Remove the protective backing from the reinforcement

board.

❑ Carefully adhere the reinforcement board to the fuselage.

To align it properly, the front edge of the board should be even

with the back of the plywood motor mount and the sides of the

board should follow the sides of the fuselage.

❑ Using a modeling knife, carefully cut away and remove

the foam from within the three cutouts in the reinforcement

board.

Step 3: Installing the Wing Hold-Down Dowels

❑ Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill four holes through the fuselage

sides using the die-cut holes in the sides of the reinforcement

board for reference.

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To prevent tearing up the foam, don't drill the hole using

an electric drill. It is better to use your fingers to slowly twist

the drill bit.

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❑ Test fit the two wood dowels into the fuselage. The

3mm x 70mm dowel is installed through the forward holes

and the 3mm x 60mm dowel is installed through the rear

holes. Adjust both dowels so that they are centered in the

fuselage.

❑ Remove both dowels and mix a small quantity of 5 minute epoxy. Apply a thin layer of epoxy inside each of the four

holes.

❑ Slide the dowels back into place and realign them. Remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and rubbing

alcohol, and set the fuselage aside until the epoxy sets up.

❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy

❑ Excel Modeling Knife

❑ Scissors

❑ Ruler

❑ Pencil

❑ Masking Tape

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {1} Horizontal Stabilizer w/Elevator

❑ {1} Fiberglass Reinforcement Spar

❑ {1} Prebent Elevator Joiner Wire

SECTION 2: HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

❑ {1} Elevator Reinforcement Board - 2 Parts

❑ {1} Decal Sheet

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

Step 1: Installing the Reinforcement Spar

❑ Carefully remove the die-cut horizontal stabilizer and elevator from the foam sheet.

❑ Using 220 grit sandpaper with a sanding block, carefully sand the edges of the stabilizer and elevator smooth and

straight.

IMPORTANT

A fiberglass spar is provided to strengthen the horizontal stabilizer. For the strongest joint possible, it's important that the

spar be installed correctly. When installing the spar, two things are very important: the spar should be glued along its

entire length (making sure it is pushed firmly against the trailing edge) and the stabilizer must be flat when you glue the

spar into place. This will ensure you don't build a warp into the stabilizer.

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❑ Line up the ends of the spar with the ends of the stabilizer

and carefully glue the spar to the trailing edge. Remove any

excess epoxy using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol, and

use small pieces of masking tape to hold the assembly in place

until the epoxy sets up.

IMPORTANT

When gluing the assembly into place it's important that

the spar be glued securely to the trailing edge and that the

stabilizer be perfectly flat during the drying process.

❑ Mix a small quantity of 5 minute epoxy and apply a thin layer to the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer.

Step 2: Installing the Elevator Joiner Wire

❑ After the epoxy has cured, remove the pieces of masking tape and carefully sand the ends of the spar even with the

ends of the stabilizer.

❑ Place the prebent wire on the bottom of the elevator.

❑ Center the wire over the middle of the elevator, making

sure that the front of the wire is even with the leading edge.

❑ When satisfied with the alignment, push the wire down

firmly to make an impression of the wire in the foam.

❑ Remove the wire.

❑ Using a ruler and a modeling knife, carefully cut a very

shallow groove in the elevator using the impression left in

the foam as a guide.

❑ Test-fit the joiner wire into place. It should be flush with the bottom of the elevator and fit firmly in the groove.

❑ Mix a small quantity of 5 minute epoxy and carefully glue the joiner wire into place. Remove any excess epoxy

before it sets up using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol.

IMPORTANT

During the drying process, double-check that the leading edge of the elevator stays straight and that the elevator is flat on

your work table.

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❑ After the epoxy has cured, carefully apply one piece of

elevator reinforcement board over the ends of the joiner wire.

IMPORTANT

Make sure each piece covers the end of the joiner wire.

Step 3: Hinging the Elevator

❑ Hinge the elevator to the horizontal stabilizer using the

clear decal. Apply the hinge to the top of the parts and make

sure there is a 1/16" gap between them.

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Use the guide marks on the ends of the hinge decal to

help you set the proper hinge gap.

Step 4: Mounting the Horizontal Stabilizer

❑ Using a ruler and a pencil, draw a centerline across

the top of the horizontal stabilizer. The line should be

perpendicular to the hinge line.

❑ Using the tip of your modeling knife, remove the die-cut foam piece from the middle of the stabilizer.

❑ Using 220 grit sandpaper with a sanding block, lightly sand the edges of the stabilizer and the elevator smooth and even

with each other.

❑ Using a ruler and a modeling knife, carefully cut out the clear elevator hinge from the decal sheet.

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❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy

❑ Excel Modeling Knife

❑ Scissors

❑ Builder's Triangle

❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {1} Vertical Stabilizer w/Rudder

SECTION 3: VERTICAL STABILIZER

❑ {1} Decal Sheet

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

❑ Set the horizontal stabilizer assembly on top of the

fuselage.

❑ To align the stabilizer properly, the back edge of the

fiberglass spar should be even with the back edge of the

fuselage and the centerline you drew on top of the stabilizer

should be centered over the middle of the fuselage.

❑ When satisfied with the alignment, hold the stabilizer in

place and use a pencil to draw two lines on the bottom of the

stabilizer (one on each side) where it meets the fuselage sides.

❑ Mix a small quantity of 5 minute epoxy and apply a thin layer to only the bottom of the stabilizer between the two

lines you drew.

❑ Set the stabilizer back into place and realign it. Remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol,

and hold the stabilizer firmly in place until the epoxy sets up.

Step 1: Hinging the Rudder

❑ Carefully remove the die-cut vertical stabilizer and rudder from the foam sheet.

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❑ Using the tip of your modeling knife, carefully remove

the piece of die-cut foam from the rudder.

❑ Using a pair of scissors, carefully cut out the right and left rudder decals from the decal sheet. Notice that the left-side

decal acts as the rudder hinge, too.

❑ Carefully apply the right-side decal onto the rudder. After the decal is in place, use a pair of scissors to trim the decal

flush with the edges of the rudder.

❑ Hinge the rudder to the vertical stabilizer using the left

side decal, making sure there is a 1/16" hinge gap between

the two parts.

❑ After the decal is in place, use a pair of scissors to trim the decal flush with the edges of the rudder. Once you've

trimmed the decal, use 220 grit sandpaper with a sanding block to lightly sand the edges of the stabilizer and the rudder

smooth and even.

❑ Using a modeling knife, cut away and remove the decal from over both sides of the die-cut hole in the rudder.

Step 4: Mounting the Vertical Stabilizer

❑ Set the vertical stabilizer assembly on top of the horizontal stabilizer. To align it properly, the tab in the vertical

stabilizer should fit into the slot in the horizontal stabilizer and the leading edge of the vertical stabilizer should be even

with the leading edge of the horizontal stabilizer.

❑ While holding the vertical stabilizer in place, use a

builder's triangle to check to ensure that it is aligned 90º to

the horizontal stabilizer.

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❑ When satisfied with the alignment, remove the vertical stabilizer.

❑ Mix a small quantity of 5 minute epoxy and apply a thin layer to only the bottom edge of the vertical stabilizer.

❑ Set the stabilizer back into place and realign it, double-

checking that it is aligned 90º to the horizontal stabilizer.

❑ Remove any excess epoxy using a paper towel and

rubbing alcohol, and hold the stabilizer in place until the

epoxy sets up.

❑ # 1 Phillips Head Screwdriver

❑ Needle Nose Pliers

❑ Electric Drill

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {1} Prebent Main Gear Wire

❑ {2} Main Gear Wheels

❑ {2} Nylon Wheel Retainers

SECTION 4: MOTOR AND GEAR BOX INSTALLATION

❑ {1} 370 Motor w/Gear Box

❑ {3} 3mm x 12mm Wood Screws

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

❑ 1/16" Drill Bit

❑ Pencil

Step 1: Installing the Motor and Gear Box Assembly

❑ Carefully press the landing gear wire into the molded

groove in the back of the gear box assembly.

❑ Slide the motor wires into the precut hole in the front of the fuselage and push the motor assembly up against the

plywood motor mount.

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❑ Align the bottom of the gear box assembly with the

bottom of the motor mount.

❑ Use a pencil to mark the locations of the three mounting

holes onto the motor mount.

❑ Remove the gear box assembly and set it aside. Using a drill with a 1/16" drill bit, drill pilot holes through the motor

mount at each of the three marks you drew.

❑ Set the gear box assembly back into place and realign it.

❑ Install and tighten the three 3mm x 12mm wood screws

to hold the gear box assembly securely to the fuselage.

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Don't overtighten the screws or you might strip the

motor mount.

Step 2: Installing the Wheels

❑ Slide one wheel onto one of the axles.

❑ Using needle nose pliers, carefully squeeze one nylon

wheel retainer onto the axle to secure the wheel into place.

☛

Double-check that the wheel spins without binding. If the wheel does bind, carefully pull the retainer just far enough

away from the wheel to prevent the binding.

❑ Repeat the procedure above to install the second wheel and wheel retainer.

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❑ Magnum Z-Bend Pliers

❑ Wire Cutters

❑ Needle Nose Pliers

❑ Excel Modeling Knife

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {2} 1.5mm x 400mm Threaded Pushrod Wires

❑ {2} Nylon Control Horns w/Backplates

SECTION 5: ELEVATOR & RUDDER PUSHROD INSTALLATION

❑ {2} Nylon Clevises

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

❑ Electric Drill

❑ 1/16" Drill Bit

❑ Ruler

❑ Pencil

Step 2: Installing the Servos

❑ Test fit your two micro servos into the rear hole in the

fuselage. If necessary, use a modeling knife to enlarge the

hole to accommodate your particular servos.

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Both of the servos' output shafts should face toward the

front of the fuselage.

❑ Install the rubber grommets and brass collets onto each of the servo mounting lugs.

❑ Mount the servos using the servo mounting screws provided with your servos. To make it easier to install the screws,

use the tip of your modeling knife to make small pilot holes in the reinforcement board.

❑ Push one control horn through each die-cut hole in the rudder and the elevator. The tip of the elevator control horn

should face the top of the elevator and the tip of the rudder control horn should face the side opposite the elevator

control horn.

Step 1: Installing the Control Horns

❑ Making sure that the flat portion of the backplates face

away from the control surfaces, push the backplates over the

ends of the control horns until you hear them "click" firmly

into place.

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Step 3: Installing the Pushrods

❑ Plug the elevator and rudder servo leads into their proper slots in the receiver. Plug the ESC lead into the receiver and

the flight battery into the ESC . Turn on the radio system and center both of the servos using the trim levers on the

transmitter.

❑ Thread one nylon clevis onto each of the two 1.5mm x 400mm threaded pushrod wires. Thread the clevises on far

enough to leave room for adjustments later.

❑ Carefully snap the clevis on one pushrod into the elevator

control horn.

❑ With both the servo horn and the elevator centered, use a

pencil to draw a mark on the pushrod wire where it crosses

the hole that is 1/4" out from the center of the servo horn.

❑ Place a "single arm" servo horn onto the elevator servo, making sure that the servo horn is centered and points toward

the outside of the fuselage. The arm should have at least three holes in it.

❑ Using Magnum Z-Bend Pliers, make a Z-Bend in the pushrod wire at the mark you drew. Use wire cutters to remove

the excess wire.

❑ Remove the servo horn, attach it to the Z-Bend, then

attach the servo horn to the servo, making sure it's centered.

Install and tighten the servo horn retaining screw, provided

with your servo, to secure the servo horn into place.

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You will need to enlarge the hole in the servo arm using

a 1/16" drill bit, so that the pushrod wire will fit through.

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❑ Install the rudder pushrod wire using the same technique

as with the elevator pushrod wire. The Z-Bend should be

installed into the hole that is 1/4" out from the center of the

servo horn as well.

❑ Double-check that the elevator and rudder are still cen-

tered. If they are out of adjustment, remove the clevises and

readjust them until you are satisfied with the alignment.

Unplug and turn off your radio system.

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

❑ {1} Left Wing Panel

❑ {1} Right Wing Panel

❑ {1} Molded Plastic Wing Mount

SECTION 6: WING ASSEMBLY

❑ {1} Wing Reinforcement Board - 2 Parts

❑ {2} 180mm Long Adhesive Strips

YOU'LL NEED THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES:

Step 1: Joining the Wing Panels

❑ After the epoxy has cured, apply one piece of adhesive

tape on the bottom of the wing, over the center section joint.

❑ Turn the wing over and apply the second piece of adhe-

sive tape on the top of the wing, over the center section joint.

IMPORTANT

The top piece should overlap both the leading edge and the

trailing edge.

❑ Kwik Bond 5 Minute Epoxy

❑ Excel Modeling Knife

❑ Ruler

❑ Pencil

❑ Masking Tape

❑ 220 Grit Sandpaper w/Sanding Block

❑ Paper Towels

❑ Rubbing Alcohol

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Sticks

❑ NHP Epoxy Mixing Cups

❑ Hair Dryer

❑ Test-fit the two wing panels together. There should be no gaps in the center section joint and the top and bottom of the

wing panels should be perfectly flat.

❑ When satisfied with the alignment, glue the wing panels together using a generous amount of 5 minute epoxy.

Remove any excess epoxy before it sets up and hold the wing panels firmly in place until the epoxy dries.

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❑ With the adhesive tape securely in place, use a hair dryer

to shrink the heat-shrink material tight across the entire wing,

both top and bottom.

WARNING

Work slowly and use only enough heat to shrink the heat-

shrink material. Excessive heat could melt the foam wing.

❑ Carefully apply the leading and trailing edge pieces of

reinforcement board to the wing making sure they're centered

over the centerline. Notice that the pieces are scored to make

it easier to bend around the wing.

IMPORTANT

The middle portion of one piece of reinforcement board is

thinner than the other piece. The piece with the thinner

center section is for the leading edge.

Step 2: Installing the Plastic Wing Mount

❑ Using a ruler and a pencil, measure and draw a center-

line on top of the wing mount, at both the front and the back.

❑ Using a modeling knife, carefully cut a hole in the wing

mount using the factory-made scribe lines as a guide.

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This hole will allow the aileron servo lead(s) to pass

through.

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