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Stevens AeroModel stik 2.0 Manual

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stik
2.0
Simple Aileron Trainer
V2.01
Span 40 in. / Length 34 in. / AUW 14-16 oz. / Area 350 sq. in. / For GWS EPS-350C-CS
© 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 Simple Aileron Trainer V2.01 Span 40 in. / Length 34 in. / AUW 14-16 oz. / Area 350 sq. in. / For GWS EPS-350C-CS © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Warranty

    Further, Stevens AeroModel reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice. In that Stevens AeroModel has no control over the final assembly or material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the final user-assembled product.
  • Page 3 Plan/Table Protector (use the bag that this kit came in to protect your work surface from CA glue spills) Razor Blade(s) Med-Fine Grit Sand Paper and sanding block Clear Tape ¾” Wide 1/32” Drill Bit Balsa Wood Filler © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 4 ET over into a great little laser cut balsa kit. This product is targeted for a first time build and as such; features traditional Stevens AeroModel laser engineered interlocking design techniques... the laser cut parts are keyed and labeled in such a fashion as to reduce the possibility of building the wing incorrectly.
  • Page 5 7. If you purchased the full stik kit you will have received two original GWS Slow Stick assemblies marked AS1 and AS3. You will not utilize all provided parts from these assemblies. Retain the parts pictured in the photos below: © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 6 45 degree bevel along the leading edge of both the elevator and rudder while leaving the trailing edge square (see illustration below). 3. Final sand the empennage assembly in preparation for covering with AeroLITE. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 7 © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 8 Next, locate the 1/32” plywood spar doubler (S5), align to center of spar web matching notches and edges. Glue as illustrated in the final photo of this step. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 9 3. Locate the 3/32” balsa ribs (R1), glue together on top of one another matching slots and edges perfectly to create one double thickness R1 center rib. Key the double thick R1 to spar web center notch as illustrated in the second photo below. Do not glue. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 10 While holding the spar flat against your building board tack glue the spar webbing to retain to assembly (complete ½ of the wing panel at a time). © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 11 Once satisfied that the ribs are completely seated within the pre-cut notches of the trailing edge retain TE with a small drop of glue at each rib to trailing edge joint. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 12 (one half of the wing at a time) and tack glue sub ribs to retain to assembly. 9. Locate the 1/32” plywood part (S6) and glue this within the recess of the trailing edge TE spanning the wing center section as illustrated below. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 13 Note that W2 and W3 will not fit flush with the tops of the ribs, instead to top surface of W2 and W3 sits proud of the ribs by 1/16”. Retain W2 and W3 with a drop of glue at each rib to turbulator interface. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 14 R1). Next, glue the 1/8” balsa part (W7b) to the underside of the wing atop the previously installed W7a. Sand W7b to match curved profile of root rib R1 at leading edge. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 15 CA glue along each joint, allowing sufficient time for the glue to cure before moving on. 17. Using 250-400 grit sand paper, lightly sand the wing assembly in preparation for covering. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 16 Steps to Final Assembly Covering the model A resource guide to covering using Stevens AeroModel AeroFILM and AeroLITE is available for download from www.stevensaero.com. Download this document and use it as a guide for covering the stik. No surprises here just follow the directions and work slowly remember any imperfections will need to be sanded smooth as the covering will expose every bump or drip of CA glue.
  • Page 17 Verify that the marked positions will allow your stabilizer assembly to mount without interference between the boom and the elevator, then use a 1/32” drill bit to drill a pilot hole in the fuselage boom at each marked location. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 18 “stud” from the control horn. Note: We now include a sturdier twin barbed micro2 control horn designed for heavier 0.045” wire (also included with our stik kit). Installation is identical to the original control horns. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 19 / radio tray locations as required. 7. Mount your rudder and elevator servos to the servo trays using the hardware that came with the servos. Prior to installing the servo push-rod, center your servos using your transmitter. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 20 10. Install the Z-Bend end of the push rod to the servo control horn, route the push rod through the guides in the aft wing saddle and pushrod guide (just forward of the vertical stab) then re-install control horn to servo. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 21 Control horns are installed to underside of aileron assembly directly aft of the servo pocket. Secure control horn with Thin CA glue and remove excess post material. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 22 90 degree bend in the control rod, and install through the control horn on the aileron. Retain with Du-Bro EZ- Link. Follow the photo series below for guidance. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 23 Test the radio for proper function and proceed on to first flight. I strongly suggest that you seek assistance from an experienced r/c pilot if this is the first time you have setup a radio in a model. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.
  • Page 24 Next, trim the rudder. With the power off enter a shallow dive and note if the plane tracks right or left. Trim the plane to track straight in a shallow dive. © 2006 Stevens AeroModel all rights reserved.