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E-flite Taylorcraft 450 ARF User Manual

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E-flite Taylorcraft ARF Assembly Manual

9. Position the cowling so the hole for the propeller is

centered with the propeller adapter, and so the propeller

will not rub against the cowling. Use low-tack tape to

hold the cowl in position for the following step.

10. Use a pin drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit

to drill four locations (two each side) for the cowl

mounting screws.

Note: Ensure the painted stripe on the cowl lines up with

the stripe on the fuselage

11. Use a 3-32-inch (2mm) drill bit to enlarge the holes

in the cowling ONLY.

12. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA to each of the holes in

the fuselage to harden the surrounding wood.