Hangar 9 Extra 260 Assembly Manual page 25

 Step 9
Trial fit the canister mount supplied with the exhaust
system. Trim the bottom edge and add approximately
3/32" to each side so it fits snugly between the motor
box sides. Adjust until the canister is centered in the
opening in the former and glue in place with epoxy
or medium CA. The canister is to be exposed to the
inside of the model. This work well, keeping the
weight to a minimum.
 Step 10
If using a Pitts-style muffler, mount the muffler to the
engine at this time.
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Step 11
Determine the proper location for the throttle pushrod.
Mark the location with a felt-tipped pen. Remove
the engine and drill the firewall for the pushrod tube
using a drill and 5/32" drill bit.
Section 7B – Engine Installation: DA-50
 Step 12
Roughen the tube using medium sandpaper. Slide the
tube into position and use medium CA to glue it to
the firewall.
 Step 13
Trim the tube 1/2" in front of the throttle servo tray.
Place a 1/4" piece of fuel tubing onto a clevis, then
thread the clevis onto the 13
Attach the clevis to the carburetor arm. Slide the
pushrod wire into the tube and secure the engine to
the firewall.
 Step 14
Install the ignition onto the engine box as
shown. Mounting the ignition to the engine box
keeps it from the radio. Being too near could cause
radio interference.
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