Section 5: Assembling The Fuselage - Hangar 9 Piper Cherokee Instruction Manual

Section 5: Assembling the Fuselage

Parts Needed
• Fuselage
• Plywood servo tray
• Front windshield
• Clear plastic sheet for side windows
• Motor mount
• Motor mount screws (4)
• Seats
Step 1. Install the metal motor mount at this time. Trial fit the
mount to the fuselage firewall, noting that it mounts on its side.
The engine will have its cylinder pointing to the right as verified
by the pilot's perspective when sitting in the cockpit. Once you
are satisfied with the proper orientation, attach the motor mount
to the firewall using the screws provided. Note there are blind
nuts installed in the firewall.
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Tools and Adhesives Needed
• Canopy glue (e.g., R/C 56 or Pacer 256)
• 12-minute epoxy
• Masking tape
• Hobby knife with #11 blade
• Mixing sticks
• Epoxy brush
• Sanding stick (medium/fine)
• Measuring device (e.g., 36'' ruler or tape measure)
• Scissors
• Rubbing alcohol
• Paper towel
Step 2. After the motor mount is installed, install the side
windows. Examine the fuselage top carefully. Note the window
opening scribe marks on each side of the fuselage top. Trim out
the openings with a sharp hobby knife.
Caution: Use care to cut the opening. Final trim of the
opening can be done with a sanding stick
(medium/fine).