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Jan 03, 2003 Re: Midwest Super Stearman - 2 issues >Several people have indicated that this model builds tail heavy and >after looking at the plans it seem very beefy in the tail feathers.
Open the “Airplanes” link, then 1. Your Super Stearman EP should not be considered a toy, select the Great Planes Super Stearman EP ARF. If there is but rather a sophisticated, working model that functions very new technical information or changes to this model a “tech. DECISIONS YOU MUST MAKE Sheet Metal Screws are designated by a number and a This is a partial list of items required to fi nish the Great Planes length. For example #6 × 3/4' 19mm.
Super Stearman EP that may require planning or decision This is a number six screw making before starting to build. ● When you see the term test fi t in the instructions, it means To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Great Planes web site at www.greatplanes.com.
Select “Where to Buy” in the menu that you should fi rst position the part on the assembly. KIT CONTENTS 1. Landing Gear 15. “N” Struts 2. Wheel Pants 16.
Bottom Wing & Ailerons 3. Fin & Rudder 10. Top Wing & Ailerons 4. Tail Cone 11. Tail Wheel Assembly 12.
PREPARATIONS Tighten the Covering Refer to the separate instruction sheet titled How To Tighten Covering On ARF Models. Follow the instructions to tighten the covering. If you prefer to get started on assembly right away, the tightening process could be done later (but it is usually easiest to do while the model is still in separate pieces). Install the z-bend end of a 5/64' x 6' 2mm x 152mm aileron pushrod wire into the hole you drilled in the nylon servo arm. Locate a black control horn.
The hardware includes two different style horns. Be sure you use the horn pictured here. pushrod wire and then insert the screw-lock connector into the aileron control horn. Secure the connector with the black nylon retainer. Center the aileron servo and the aileron.
Apply a drop of thread locker to the 2-56 x 3/16' 4.8mm set screw and then tighten the screw against the pushrod wire. Temporarily bolt the wing to the fuselage with two 4-40 x 1' 25mm bolts and #4 fl at washers. Temporarily install the rudder into the opening in the stab. Measure the distance from the tips of the stab to the tips of the wing. ❏ 9, Look at both elevator halves. You will see a slot in the left elevator. When installing the elevators in the next step, be sure the elevator half with the slot is installed on the left half of the stab and the slot is on the bottom of the elevator.
with the fi t, apply a couple of drops of oil to the wire where it passes through the bearing. This will prevent any glue from getting into the nylon bearing. Apply a small amount of 30-minute epoxy to both sides of the nylon bearing and into the slot in the fuselage. Included in the kit are two 15-3/4' 400mm pushrod 20.
Repeat this for the rudder pushrod and control horn. Wires with a Z-bend on one end. The wires most likely have some glue residue on them from the masking tape that held them together.
Install an axle into each of the landing gear legs and secure them with the 3/16' 5mm axle lock nuts. Slide two 3/16' 5mm washers onto each axle followed ❏ by the wheel. Install a 6-32 x 1/8' 3mm set screw into the 2.
Install the Motor Speed Control, Receiver & Servos If you have the bottom wing installed, remove it. This will make the following installation easier. Install the speed control onto the Velcro ® you installed inside the fuselage.
The motor leads should be fed through the front of the fuselage. Install a longer servo arm on the rudder servo.
The arm must be long enough so that you can install the screw lock ❏ 4. Two lengths of Velcro ® are included with the kit to secure connector into a hole approximately 1/2' 13mm from the the battery.
Install Cabanes, Wings & Struts ❏ 10. Plug the servo and ESC leads into the appropriate channels of the receiver and then install the servo to the ❏ tray. Route the antenna wire following the instructions with 1. Locate the four wing cabanes and lay them out as shown the receiver. ❏ 5, Bolt the bottom wing to the fuselage with two 4-40 x 1' wing bolts and #4 fl at washers.
These pictures show how the cabanes look when they have been properly installed. Apply RC Z 56 glue to the bottom edge of the wing fairing.
Position the fairing on the wing. Locate one of the 5/64' x 6' 2mm x 150mm wires with a Z-bend on one end and threads on the other. Thread a ❏ 8. Each of the tabs is lettered “A”, “B” and “C”.
Test fi t two nylon clevis onto the threaded end of the wire approximately “A”. ❏ submersing them in soap & water allows accurate positioning 4. If the prop is on the airplane remove it, the nut and and reduces air bubbles underneath.
Arm the speed control and slowly start the motor. Be sure the motor is turning in a counter clockwise direction as ❏. 1/4' 1/2' use Great Planes “stick-on” lead (GPMQ4485). To fi nd out 6 mm 6° 13mm 12° how much weight is required, place incrementally increasing amounts of weight on the top of the fuselage over the location Right &. We use a Top Flite Precision Magnetic Prop Balancer 5) I will not fl y my model unless it is identifi ed with my name (TOPQ5700) in the workshop and keep a Great Planes and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note: This Fingertip Prop Balancer (GPMQ5000) in our fl. CHECK LIST FLYING The Great Planes Super Stearman EP is a great-fl ying model During the last few moments of preparation your mind that fl ies smoothly and predictably.
The Super Stearman EP may be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the fi rst does not, however, possess the self-recovery characteristics of fl. maintain your glide path and airspeed. If you are going to Flight overshoot, smoothly advance the throttle (always ready on the right rudder to counteract torque) and climb out to make For reassurance and to keep an eye on other traffi c, it is a another attempt.
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Replacement parts for the Great Planes Super Stearman ARF are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest, most economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.
Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services, but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax. To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.com. Choose 'Where to Buy' at the bottom of the menu on the left side of the page.
Follow the instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer. If a hobby shop is not available, replacement parts may also be ordered from Tower Hobbies at www.towerhobbies.com, or by calling toll free (800) 637-6050, or from Hobby Services by calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721. If ordering via fax, include a Visa or MasterCard number and expiration date for payment. Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to: Hobby Services 3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Champaign IL 61822 Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or personal check only; no C.O.D. If additional assistance is required for any reason, contact the appropriate Product Support by e-mail or by telephone at (217) 398-8970.
[email protected] REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Order Number Description How to purchase GPMA2460. Bottom Wing Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2461.
Top Wing Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2462. Fuselage Kit. Hobby Supplier GPMA2463. Tail Surface Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2464. Landing Gear.
Hobby Supplier GPMA2465. Cowl Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2466. Wheel Pant Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2467. Cabane Set.
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Hobby Supplier GPMA2468. Strut Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2469. Hobby Supplier GPMA2470. 'Dummy' Radial Eng. Hobby Supplier GPMA2471.
Decal Sheet. Hobby Supplier GPMA2472. Windscreen Set. Hobby Supplier GPMA2473. Metal Brackets.
Hobby Supplier GPMZ0293. Instruction Manual. Hobby Supplier Missing pieces. Product Support Instruction manual. Product Support Full-size plans. Not available If you have never worked with fiberglass there are a few basic things you should be aware of.
When you are cutting into fiberglass, be sure you are cutting the correct place. Unlike wood, you are not able to go back and easily fix a mistake. Whenever you are gluing a part to the inside of fiberglass it is important to roughen the inside surface of the fiberglass with 220-grit sandpaper, then wipe the area with alcohol. The molding process leaves a waxy residue that can prevent a good bond between the glue and the parts being glued. If you do not have a high-speed motor tool such as a Dremel ™ tool you should consider purchasing one or borrowing one from a fellow modeler. This combined with a fiberglass cut-off wheel is going to be extremely helpful in the assembly process. WARNING: The cowl, wheel pants and fuselage included in this kit are made of fiberglass, the fibers of which may cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation.
Never blow into a part to remove fiberglass dust, as the dust will blow back into your eyes. Always wear safety goggles, a particle mask and rubber gloves when grinding, drilling and sanding fiberglass parts. Vacuum the parts and the work area thoroughly after working with fiberglass parts. If you have not done so already, remove the major parts of the kit from the box and inspect for damage. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact Product Support at the address or telephone number listed in the “Kit Inspection” section on page 5.
Carefully remove the tape and separate the ailerons from the wing and the elevators from the stab. If necessary, use a covering iron with a covering sock on high heat to tighten the covering. Apply pressure over sheeted areas to thoroughly bond the covering to the wood. PREPARATIONS Important Information about Working with Fiberglass Ordering Replacement Parts 6.