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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Version 1.0 2.3m B U I L D I N G I N S T R U C T I O N...
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A 50-60cc model like this requires a regulator capacity above 10A. 4. Powerunit. The Extra 330SC was primarily designed around the Desert Aircraft DA 60R petrol engine. The motor dome design is based on the DA-60R backplate and the four fixing points are factory fitted with T nuts.
EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Supplementary Safety Notes Pre-flight checking: Before every session check that all the model’s working systems function correctly, and be sure to carry out a range check. The first time you fly any new model aircraft we strongly recommend that you enlist the help of an experienced modeller to help you check the model and offer advice while you are flying.
If you carefully checked all the points above and followed our advice exactly, you will have a safe and successful first flight - and many hours of pleasure with your CARF-Models Extra 330SC. General informations Our tried and tested, painted in the mould, composite vacuum-bagged sandwich construction method has set the standards for several years now.
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BY OPERATING THIS MODEL YOU ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACTIONS. It is important to understand that CARF-Models.com is unable to monitor whether you follow the instructions contained in this instruction manual regarding the construction, operation and maintenance of the aircraft, nor whether you install and use the chosen radio control system correctly.
EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Building Instruction Landing Gear It is a benefit to install the landing gear legs early on, as these will make the fuselage more stable and keep the lower surface clear of your work bench. The Carbon fibre legs are not handed. Fixing nuts...
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m The wheel spat is assembled by first pulling a 6mm T nut into position. The T nut aids wheel spacing and create a positive lock for the axle bolt. Open the spat axle hole to 7mm and press/pull the T nut through the ply spacer until it is flush with the leg recess, some adjusting to the angle will be required to ensure the axle stays square to the wheel cut-out.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Wings There is very little construction required to complete the wings. The ailerons are live hinged, with the twin control horns factory installed. All fixings are complete for the wing alignment and retention system. The two aluminium dowels have 6mm threads that accept our tried and tested nylon nut.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Mark the underside of the servo cover with the line of the pushrod, temporarily mount the servo in position in the frame and place the servo and frame, so the arm lines up with the mark. Either...
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m The elevators are actuated by M3 threaded rods with an M3 ball link sandwiched between twin phenolic horns on the surface and a M3 machined clevis at the servo end. * Some servo types may feature a case height that places the servo arm position away from a direct line on the control horn positions.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m the DA 60R, it is our all time favourite power-plant that we have flown in our 2.3 class models. Exhausts need to be a maximum of 55mm dia to fit under the wing tube. Installation of the long RE2 pipe requires an opening to allow the tail end of the pipe to protrude just below the fuselage lower surface.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Motor Dome The motor dome is fixed with five M4 x 16 Allen Screws, fitted with M4 washers. The captive nuts are factory installed in the fuselage front former and the mounting holes pre drilled in the motor dome.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Fuel Tank and rudder servo mounting plate Assemble the tank mounting plate from the CNC milled balsa/glass sandwich parts, with the 3mm Plywood H brace and rudder servo doubler bonded to the lower surface. The balsa laminate material is exceptionally strong, easy to work with and offers lower weight than similar plywood parts.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m point, with the minimum lead able to move, there is little chance of the connection unplugging. It is still good practice to protect the wire insulation with heat shrink tube slipped over the wire as it passes through the fuselage side.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m There are various ways to go about the installation, you may have your own favourite method. The method I use is to tack the top front and back centre-line position using ZAP Slo (Zap 20) and a foam friendly kicker.
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Wings Pack Quantity Description Sheetmetal screws, 2.9 x 16mm Sheetmetal screws, 2.9 x 13mm Allen bolts, M3 x 16mm Stop Nuts, M3 Nut; M3 Aluminium Clevise; M3 (with aluminium pin E-clip) All thread, M3 x 50mm Ball-links; M3 Elevators &...
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EXTRA 330SC 2.3m Steel cable, 0.8mm x 1300mm Crimping tubes,I.D. 2.8mm (rudder pull pull linkage) Fuselage Quantity Description Allen bolt, M6 x 20mm Allen bolt, M6 x 60mm T-Nut, M6 Stop Nut, M6 Washer, M6 Allen bolt, M6 x 20mm...
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