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Instruction Manual Book Item code: BH172. PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Glow and EP ALL BALSA - PLY WOOD CONSTRUCTION. COVERED WITH ORACOVER 95% ALMOST READY TO FLY SPECIFICATION: Parts listing required (not included): - Radio: 06 channels. SPECIFICATION - Servo: 10 standard high torque servos.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Symbols used throughout this instruction Installing the throttle ....21 manual, comprise: .
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual INSTALLING THE AILERONS AND FLAPS SERVOS. 4. Using the thread as a guide and using masking tape, tape the servo lead to the end of the thread: carefully pull the thread out. When you have pulled the servo lead out, remove the masking tape and the servo lead from the thread.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual For Aileron. Bottom view 3x10mm Tie the string. Pull out servo cord with string. INSTALLING THE CONTROL HORNS AND LINKAGES. 130mm Push rod - - - - - - 12...
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual 3x12mm Secure 3mm Nut Push rod Horn 3mm Washer 3x12mm Secure...
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual INSTALLING THE ENGINE MOUNT There are two options: 1. Electric motor 2. Engine mount. OPTION 1: ELECTRIC MOTOR Fuselage top side 5x45mm Cap Screw - - 4 Zip tie 5mm Washer...
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual OPTION 2: INSTALLING THE ENGINE INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK. 6) When satisfied with the alignment of the stopper The stopper has been pre-assembled at the assembly tighten the 3mm x 20mm machine screw factory.
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual INSTALLING THE ENGINE 5x45mm Cap Screw Connector - - 4 - - - - - - 2 5mm Washer 3x12mm Screw - - - - 3 5mm Spring Washer - - - - - - - - 4...
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual Fuselage top side 190mm Fuselage Bottom side Secure Cowl area cutout for muffler...
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual 3x12mm Screw INSTALLING THE THROTTLE approx.16mm Connector - - - - 1 Fuselage top side...
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual Install one adjustable metal connector through 3) Slide the adjustable metal connector / servo the third hole out from the center of one servo arm, arm assembly over the plain end of the pushrod enlarge the hole in the servo arm using a 2mm drill wire.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual MOUNTING THE COWL 4) While holding the cowl firmly in position, drill 1) Remove the muf f ler and needle valve assembly four 1,6mm pilot holes through both the cowl and from the engine.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual Fuselage top side Switch Switch INSTALLING COCKPIT FUSELAGE Position the canopy so the rear frame on the canopy is aligned with the rear edge of the cockpit opening. Use canopy glue to secure the canopy to the canopy hatch. Use low-tack tape to hold the...
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual Fuselage top side...
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual...
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual 4x15mm 3x15mm Secure INSTALLING THE WING TO THE FUSELAGE 32x1276mm Aluminium tube. *** Test fit the aluminium tube dihedral brace into each - - - - 1 wing haft. The brace should slide in easily. If not, use 220 grit sand around the edges and ends of the brace until it 19x917mm Aluminium tube.
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PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual Attach the wings to the joiner tube and secure the wing panels to the fuselage. Main wing must be inserted and attached completely before fixing with screw. Secure...
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual weight to the bottom side of the lighter wing half's BALANCING wing tip. Follow this procedure until the wing stays level when you lift the airplane. It is critical that your airplane be balanced correctly.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual FOR YOUR RADIO INSTALLATION BASIC CONNECTION FOR AIRPLANE AND ADJUSTMENT OF SERVOS Example of connection For more information, refer to radio system instruction manual. Follow instruction manual of Engine and Battery.
PIPER PA -18 SUPER CUB Item code: BH172 Instruction manual MAIN GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 232mm 5.0321 60mm 742mm 191mm 123mm TAIL GEAR DIMENSIONAL DETAIL 187mm 25mm...
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I/C FLINGT WARNINGS Always operate in open areas, away from NEVER fly near power lines,aerials or ALWAYS adjust the engine from behind factories, hospitals, schools, buildings other dangerous areas including airports, the propeller, and do not allow any part of and houses etc.
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I/C FLINGT GUIDELINES Operate the control sticks on the ALWAYS land the model INTO When ready to fly, first extend transmitter and check that the the wind, this ensures that the the transmitter aerial. control surfaces move freely and in model lands at the slowest possible the CORRECT directions.