Top Flite TOPA0410 - Manual (Page 4)

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The trim scheme of the Corsair on your kit box was
inspired by the full scale “Bayou Baby”. The decal set
included with the kit will allow you to quickly and easily
duplicate the markings. If you prefer a different trim
s c h e m e S c a l e M o d e l R e s e a rc h o f fe r s m a n y
documentation packages as a guide.
DOCUMENTATION
Three view drawings and photo packs of full size F4U
Corsairs are available from:
Scale Model Research
3114 Yukon Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 979-8058
Fax: (714) 979-7279
Other sources of scale documentation include Squadron
Signal Publication’s book number 1145 F4U in Action and
numbers 8255 and 8256 F4U Corsair.
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED
These are additional items you will need to complete your F4U
Corsair that are not included with your kit. Order numbers are
in parentheses (GPMQ4161). Our exclusive brand is listed
where possible: TOP is the Top Flite brand, GPM is the Great
Planes
® brand and HCA is the Hobbico ® brand.
❏ 6 to 7-channel radio with 10 servos (3 standard and
7 high torque)
❏ (2) 24" Servo Extensions for ailerons (HCAM2721)
❏ (4) “Y” Harness for elevator, rudder/tail wheel steering,
ailerons and flaps (HCAM2751)
❏
4-1/2" Main Wheels (DUBQ0846)
❏
1-3/4" Tail Wheel (DUBQ0954)
❏
16 to 24 oz. Fuel Tank (Gas or Glow)
❏
36" Gas or Glow Fuel Tubing depending on type of
fuel used
❏
1/2" R/C Foam Rubber Padding (HCAQ1050)
❏
1/4 to 1/5 Scale Pilot Figure
❏
(29) Heavy-Duty Hinge Points (ROBQ2510)
❏
Pull–Pull Cable System for steerable tailwheel
(DUBQ1418)
Throttle Linkage:
❏
Screw-Lock Pushrod Connector (GPMQ3870)
❏
Ball Link (GPMQ3840)
❏ Accu-Glide ™ Nylon Pushrod (GPMQ3710)
❏ 2-56 x 12" Threaded Pushrod (GPMQ3750)
❏ Easy Fueler ™ fuel fill valve for gas (GPMQ4161) or
glow (GPMQ4160)
❏ Switch and Charge Jack (GPMM1000)
❏ Fuelproof Paint (Top Flite ® LustreKote ® paint)
❏
Main Retracts (ROBQ1655)
❏
Tailwheel Retract (ROBQ2230)
❏
Air Control Kit with Giant air tank (ROBQ2305)
❏
(12) #6 x 1/2" Sheet metal screws for retract mounting
❏
Engine Mount (GPMG2000) (Isolation mount is
recommended for gas engine installation)
❏
Propellers (see the engine instructions)
❏
4-5 rolls Top Flite Super MonoKote Covering
Optional:
❏
Replica Radial Engine (TOPQ7903)
❏
Cockpit Kit (TOPQ8407)
BUILDING SUPPLIES
The following is a list of building supplies that are required.
We recommend Great Planes Pro™ CA and Epoxy glue.
❏ 4 oz. Thin CA (GPMR6003)
❏ 4 oz. Medium CA+ (GPMR6009)
❏ 2 oz. Thick CA- (GPMR6015)
❏ CA Accelerator (GPMR6035)
❏ CA Debonder (GPMR6039)
❏ 6-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6045)
❏ 30-Minute Epoxy (GPMR6047)
❏ 4 oz. Pro Wood Glue (TITR2010)
❏ Canopy Glue (PAAR3300)
❏ Milled Fiberglass (GPMR6165)
❏ Lightweight Hobby Filler (Balsa Color, HCAR3401)
❏ Auto Body Filler (Bondo ® or similar)
❏ Isopropyl Alcohol
❏ 3M #75 Spray Adhesive (MMMR1900)
❏ Bright Colored Chalk (for fitting sheeting)
Tools
❏ Sealing Iron (TOPR2100)
❏ Heat Gun (TOPR2000)
❏ Hobby Saw
❏ Hobby Knife (RMXR6907)
❏
#11 Blades (RMXR6930)
❏
Razor Plane (MASR1510)
❏
Pliers (Common and Needle Nose)
❏
Screwdrivers (Phillips and Flat tip)
❏ T-pins (HCAR5150)
❏ Clothes Pins or Hobby Clamps
❏ 60" Retractable Tape Measure (HCAR0478)
❏ Straightedge with Scale (HCAR0475)
❏
Masking Tape (GPMR1010)
❏
Sandpaper (coarse, medium, fine grit)*
❏
Easy-Touch ™ Bar Sander (or similar)
❏
Plan Protector (GPMR6167)
❏
Tack Cloth (TESR1654)
❏
1/4-20 Tap (GPMR8105) and Tap Wrench
(GPMR8120)
❏
Builders Triangle Set (HCAR0480)
❏
.050 Long Handle Ball Driver (GPMR8000)
❏
Hand or Electric Drill
❏
Drill Bits:
1/16" 1/8" 3/8"
5/64" 9/64" 13/64"
3/32" 5/32" 1/4"
7/64" 3/16" 5/16"
Optional Supplies and Tools
❏
CA Applicator Tips (HCAR3780)
❏
Epoxy Brushes (GPMR8060)
❏
Epoxy Mixing Sticks (GPMR8055)
❏
Hot Sock ™ (TOPR2175)
❏
Single Edge Razor Blades (HCAR0312)
❏
Curved Tip Canopy Scissors (HCAR0667)
❏
Pin Vise with drill bits (HCAR0696)
❏
Dremel ® #178 High Speed Cutter (to countersink
holes for flat head screws)
❏
Dremel Drum Sander
EASY-TOUCH ™ BAR SANDER
*A flat, durable, easy to handle sanding tool is a necessity
for building a well finished model. Great Planes makes a
complete range of Easy-Touch Bar Sanders (patented)