Great Planes F1 Rocket Evo GP/EP ARF - GPMA1030 - Manual (Page 4)

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Optional Supplies and Tools
Here is a list of optional tools mentioned in the manual that
will help you build the F-1 Rocket.
❍ R/C foam rubber 1/4" [6mm] - (HCAQ1000)
❍ Mixing sticks 50, (GPMR8055)
❍ Mixing cups (GPMR8056)
❍ 21st Century sealing iron (COVR2700)
❍ 21st Century iron cover (COVR2702)
❍ 2 oz. [57g] spray CA activator (GPMR6035)
❍ CA applicator tips (HCAR3780)
❍ Hobbico Soldering Iron 60 Watt (HCAR0776)
❍ #1 Hobby knife (HCAR0105)
❍ #11 blades (5-pack, HCAR0211)
❍ Denatured alcohol (for epoxy clean up)
IMPORTANT BUILDING NOTES
● There are three types of screws used in this kit:
Sheet Metal Screws are designated by a number and a
length. For example #6

3/4" [19mm].
This is a number six screw
that is 3/4" [19mm] long.
Machine Screws are designated by a number,
threads per inch, and a length. For example
4-40

3/4" [19mm].
This is a number four screw
that is 3/4" [19mm] long with
forty threads per inch.
Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS) are designated by a
number, threads per inch, and a length. For example
4-40

3/4" [19mm].
This is a 4-40 SHCS that
is 3/4" [19mm] long with
forty threads per inch.
● When you see the term test fi t in the instructions, it means
that you should fi rst position the part on the assembly
without using any glue, then slightly modify or custom
fi t the part as necessary for the best fi t.
● Whenever the term glue is written you should rely upon
your experience to decide what type of glue to use. When
a specifi c type of adhesive works best for that step, the
instructions will make a recommendation.
● Whenever just epoxy is specifi ed you may use either
30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy or 6-minute epoxy. When
30-minute epoxy is specifi ed it is highly recommended that
you use only 30-minute (or 45-minute) epoxy, because you
will need the working time and/or the additional strength.
● Photos and sketches are placed before the step they
refer to. Frequently you can study photos in following steps
to get another view of the same parts.
● The F-1 Rocket is factory-covered with Top Flite MonoKote
fi lm. Should repairs ever be required, MonoKote can be
patched with additional MonoKote purchased separately.
MonoKote is packaged in six-foot rolls, but some hobby
shops also sell it by the foot. If only a small piece of
MonoKote is needed for a minor patch, perhaps a fellow
modeler would give you some. MonoKote is applied with
a model airplane covering iron, but in an emergency a
regular iron could be used. A roll of MonoKote includes
full instructions for application. Following are the colors
used on this model and order numbers for six foot rolls.
Jet White TOPQ0204 Metallic Plum TOPQ0403
Cub Yellow TOPQ0220 Metallic Blue TOPQ0402
● The stabilizer and wing incidences and engine thrust
angles have been factory-built into this model. However,
some technically-minded modelers may wish to check
these measurements anyway. To view this information
visit the web site at www.greatplanes.com and click on
“Technical Data.” Due to manufacturing tolerances which
will have little or no effect on the way your model will fl y,
please expect slight deviations between your model and
the published values.
KIT INSPECTION
Before starting to build, take an inventory of this kit to make
sure it is complete, and inspect the parts to make sure they
are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are
not of acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with
assembly, contact Product Support. When reporting defective
or missing parts, use the part names exactly as they are
written in the Kit Contents list.
Great Planes Product Support
3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1 Ph: (217) 398-8970, ext. 5
Champaign, IL 61822
Fax: (217) 398-7721
E-mail: [email protected]
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for the Great Planes F-1 Rocket ARF are
available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts
List that follows. The fastest, most economical service can
be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.
To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Great Planes web site at
www.greatplanes.com. Select “Where to Buy” in the menu
across the top of the page and follow the instructions provided
to locate a U.S., Canadian or International dealer.
Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by
calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721, but
full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply.