Diamond Dust CW Kit Assembly Manual page 34

Section 2: Elevon Construction – Cont.
Step 3
Next, sand both ends of the elevon
triangle stock flush with the ends of the
elevon stock. You will also need to taper
the trailing edges of the elevons for
cleaner airflow
Your end profile of the elevons should
look like the diagram below.
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Step 4
With the airframe and elevons on the print,
mark all hinge locations on both the elevons
and airframe with a pencil, as indicated on
the plans.
Use your hobby knife or hinge slot tool and
cut the six hinge slots on the trailing edge of
the airframe as well as the six matching
slots on the leading edges of both elevons.
Once hinged, insert the CA hinges on the
slots on the elevons and install both
elevons to the trailing edge of the aircraft.
Make sure to align the outside edges of the
elevons to be flush with the outside wing
tip.