Top Flite TOPA0150 - Manual (Page 5)

COMPETITION-MINDED MODELERS
The outline of the Top Flite Gold Edition Focke-Wulf
D9 was derived from three-view drawings, photos
and highly detailed static kits. Some areas of the
outline have been slightly changed to improve flight
characteristics. Notably, the area of the “tail feathers”
has been increased to improve directional stability
and control. The landing gear struts have been
shortened slightly to improve handling and durability,
and do not retract fully into the wing, but protrude
below the wing approximately 1/8".
The approximate scale of this model is 1:6.5.
If you plan to enter your Focke-Wulf in scale
competition (it’s lots of fun, and the runways are
usually paved!), this kit may be entered in Fun Scale,
Sportsman Scale and Expert Scale classes in AMA
competition. All classes have the same flight
requirements in which you must perform ten
maneuvers, five of which are mandatory. The other
five are up to you—“easy” stuff like a slow, low
inspection pass with flaps extended, or maybe a
touch-and-go. If you have never competed in a scale
contest, you could start out in Fun Scale. In Fun Scale,
the only documentation required is any proof that a
full-size aircraft of this type, in the paint/markings
scheme on your model, did exist. A single photo, a kit
box cover from a plastic model, or even a painting is
sufficient proof! If you’re interested, contact the AMA
for a rule book that will tell you everything you need to
know. You can find a contest schedule in the back of
the AMA magazine (Model Aviation).
One last note for those who are interested in scale
competition; Strive to build your model to reflect your
documentation. Whatever lines and features appear
on the full size plane should also appear on your
model. Refer to the photos and documentation of the
Focke-Wulf you are using for your model.
SCALE DOCUMENTATION
Three-view drawings and photo packs of full size
Focke-Wulfs are available from:
Scale Model Research
3114 Yukon Ave.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 979-8058
Fax: (714) 979-7279
Even if you’re not intending to build your Fw 190D for
competition, photos and color drawings are
extremely useful for completing much of the detail
work such as the machine gun cover, landing gear
covers, antenna mast, panel lines, etc.
Squadron/Signal Publications has a series of books
with dozens of close-up photos and highly accurate
color drawings featuring trim schemes that may help
you decide how to finish your model. One of the
Focke-Wulf books is listed below and is available
from most hobby shops.
Fw 190D Walk Around, No. 5510 (order number
SSPZ5510)
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED
These are the additional items you will need to
complete your Focke-Wulf 190D that have not
already been mentioned and are not included with
the kit. Order numbers are in parentheses
(HCAM2200).
TOP is the Top Flite brand, GPM is the
Great Planes ® brand and HCA is the Hobbico ® brand.
❏ 4 to 6-Channel radio with 5 to 8 servos
❏ (2) 24" Servo extension cords ailerons
(HCAM2200 - Futaba J)
❏ Switch/charging jack mount kit (GPMM1000)
❏ Propellers (refer to the instructions that come
with your engine)
❏ 14 oz. Fuel tank (GPMQ4106)
❏ Fuel line (2’, GPMQ4131)
❏ Fuel filler valve for glow fuel (GPMQ4160)
❏ 1" Tailwheel (GPMQ4241)
❏ 3/32" Wheel collar for tailwheel (GPMQ4302)
❏ R/C Foam padding (1/4", HCAQ1000, or 1/2",
HCAQ1050)
❏ Top Flite MonoKote covering (see Finishing
section)
❏ Paint (see Finishing section)
❏ 3" Spinner (GPMQ4530, white)
BUILDING SUPPLIES
Here’s a list of supplies you should have on hand
while you’re building. Some of these are optional.
Use your own experience to decide what you need.
We recommend Great Planes Pro CA and Epoxy.
ADHESIVES
❏ 2 oz. Thin CA (GPMR6003)
❏ 2 oz. Medium CA+ (GPMR6009)
❏ 2 oz. Thick CA- (GPMR6015)
❏ CA Accelerator (GPMR6035)
❏ CA Debonder (GMPR6039)
❏ CA Applicator Tips (HCAR3780)
❏ 30-minute epoxy (GPMR6047), or 45-minute
(GPMR6048) epoxy
❏ 6-minute epoxy (GPMR6045)
❏ Pro Wood Glue (GPMR6161)
❏ J & Z Products Z RC/56 canopy glue (JOZR5007)
❏ Microballoons (TOPR1090)
❏ Milled Fiberglass (GPMR6165)
❏ Lightweight Hobby Filler (Balsa Color, HCAR3401)
❏ Auto body filler (Bondo
® or similar)
❏ Denatured or Isopropyl Alcohol (to clean up
excess epoxy)
❏ 3M 75 Repositionable spray adhesive
(MMMR1900)
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