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the front of the fuselage frame, align it carefully and

allow to cure.

10. Use your sanding block and medium sandpaper to

now go over the frame. Make sure the edges are all
square and clean.

11. Locate and assemble, if needed, the fuel tank that

you plan to use. This airplane can use either 4,6 or 8

oz. fuel tanks. Note that we are showing the Sullivan
slant-type tank that is mounted inverted in the nose.

This is because this position places the tube outlets

more inline with the engine's carb. Fit your tank into

the nose of the fuselage frame. Use short (3")

lengths of scrap balsa stock to make "support" for
it. With the fuselage open at this time, it's easy to

see if the tank will sit level—adjust as needed. In this

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