Great Planes Escapade MX GP/EP ARF - GPMA1202 - Manual (Page 8)

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3. Slide the vertical fi n (fi n) into the opening in the top of
the fuselage, guiding the threaded wires into the holes in the
bottom of the fuselage. Make sure the fi n is fully seated in the
fuselage and in the stab.
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4. Even though the nuts used on the fi n wires are locking
nuts, a drop of threadlocker on the threads is recommended.
Add a drop of threadlocker to the threads of the wires. Then,
tighten the assembly to the fuselage with #4 fl at washers and
a 4-40 lock nut on each rod. The included socket tool may be
used to tighten the nuts. These should be snug, but do not
overtighten and crush the stab.
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5. Mount the tail gear assembly in the following order:
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A. Assemble the tail gear as shown. It may be necessary
to add a small amount of CA to the retainer.
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B. Add a small drop of threadlocker to the threads on
the 4-40 set screw for the wheel collar. Then, thread
the set screw into the wheel collar. Fit the tail gear
wire through the hole in the strap, then the collar, but
don’t tighten the set screw yet.
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C. Fit the assembly into the bushing in the fuselage.