Great Planes Spirit Elite 2-Meter Sailplane Kit - GPMA0535 User Manual

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STAB

ELEVATOR

MONOKOTE OR

STRONG TAPE HINGE

Fold back the elevator and
apply monokote or strong
tape to the underside.

Step 17

Step 16

Installing CA Hinges for the Rudder

The Rudder in this kit is attached using two CA hinges
where shown on the plans.

It is best to leave a very slight hinge gap, rather than closing it up tight. This will prevent the Glue from wicking along
the hinge line. Insert a small pin through the center of each hinge to keep the hinge centered while you install the
control surfaces.

Step 15

DRILL A 3/32" HOLE

1/2" DEEP, IN CENTER

OF HINGE SLOT

TEMPORARY PIN

TO KEEP HINGE

CENTERED

ASSEMBLE, THEN APPLY 6 DROPS

OF THIN CA TO CENTER

OF HINGE, ON BOTH SIDES