Section 12: Landing Gear Installation - Hangar 9 Twist 3D .40 Assembly Manual

Section 12: Landing Gear Installation

Required Parts
• Fuselage assembly
• 5/32" x 1" axle w/nut (2)
• 5/32" wheel collar (2)
• 8-32 x 1/2" screw (2)
• 3mm x 5mm screw (2)
• 1/16" wheel collar w/set screw
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Drill
• Drill bits: 1/16", 1/8", 5/32"
• Phillips screwdriver (large)
• Hex wrench (included in kit)
Step 1
Locate the main landing gear and two 8-32 x 1/2"
screws. Attach the main landing gear using the
screws. The angle on the gear should be towards
the rear of the plane.
Step 2
Attach an axle to the landing gear using the
supplied nut.
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• 2 3 / " wheel (2)
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• 1" wheel
• Landing gear
Step 3
Attach the wheel to the axle using a wheel collar
and 3mm x 5mm screw.
Hint: File a flat area where the screw
contacts the axle, to help prevent the screw
from loosening during flight.
Step 4
Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the remaining wheel.
Step 5
Attach the tail wheel using a 5/32" wheel collar.