Install the steering
linkage
Next mount the fly-bar as shown using 1/8'' wheel collars
and a piece of fuel tubing over the remaining 1/8'' piano wire.
NOTE: When the model is
complete you will need to adjust the fly-bar to
change the CG location by moving
the fly-bar on the fly-bar bracket.
More on adjusting the
CG later.
I complete the fly-bar installation using a rubber cap.
Install the
wheels
Here are the items needed to install the rear wheels.
Start by adding the 1'' piece of heat shrink to cover the axle
brace joint.
Then heat the shrink wrap.
Then slide a piece of fuel tubing 1 1/2'' long on the rear
axle.
Place the 2 3/4'' wheel on the axle and secure with a 5/32''
wheel collar.
Then push the fuel tubing snug to the wheel to add a little
drag on the wheel.
Next add a 1/2'' piece of fuel tubing to the front axle and
secure the 2 3/4'' wheel with a 5/32 wheel collar.
Secure all collars (except the 2 holding
on the battery) by soldering them in place.
Here is a look at the Gondola as it starts to take
shape.
You will need 2 large servo savers for the
steering servos.
Here you can see the arms I have added to
them.
Then you will need 2 4/40 EZ
connectors.
Turn on the radio system and center the
steering servos.
Then mount the modified servo
savers.
Cut and bend the linkage as
shown.
Then install the short bend into the fly-bar.
Make sure the linkage does not bind and works freely.
Use the clear tubing that came with
your fuel tank to make spacers for the back side of the steering
linkage.
Then add 3/32'' wheel collars to secure the top to the
steering linkage to the fly-bar.
Then slide the bottom of the linkage into the EZ
connectors and adjust the fly-bar so it is level then tighten the EZ connectors
and secure the servo savers with the servo arm screws..
If you have questions
just ask I am always glad to help when I can.
It will also help me (if you have a
problem) to let me know which step your on.
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