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Lady Liberty Manual
If you have not worked
with foam before, it is strongly recommended that you read the
How To section
first. Wowplanes kits are "builder's kits". We assume that the builder has at least an intermediate skill level in building RC flying models and has built kits and ARFs before in balsa, if not in foam. The objective of this manual is to illustrate the features and construction techniques that are unique to this model. It is not the intent of this manual to show the basics such as installation of motors, radio, servos, linkages, etc. which are common to all models. Wowplanes kits lend themselves to finishing the model in multiple ways. The model may be left as bare foam and painted with foam safe paint, covered with low temperature heat shrink covering, fiber glassed and painted, sheeted with balsa and painted, or use our revolutionary Liquid Sheeting product. Before you start building it is recommended that you decide what option you plan to pursue. Depending on the finishing option, you may have to alter the sequence of construction outlined below. e.g. if you plan to sheet the model with balsa, it would be easier to build and sheet the individual sub-assemblies before assembling the whole plane. Contents
The following 2 pictures show longerons being glued to a finished fuselage. Ignore the fact that it is a finished fuselage and proceed as directed in the picture.
No newly built model should be flown without conducting thorough bench tests. For an electric model such as this, a Wattmeter, a Thermometer, and a Timer are very useful tools. Secure the plane on the bench or the stand. Run the motors for 1 minute at full throttle. Measure the the current draw & the temperatures at battery, the ESC, and the motor. If any are reaching their spec temperature limits, it may be necessary to add air scoops and exits. Repeat the test for 2 minutes. If all is well, use a fresh set of batteries and run the motors at full throttle for 1 min and then half throttle until the batteries are exhausted. Time the duration and set this on the Tx timer allowing a margin of safety. The CG is located 4" back from the LE of the wing where it enters the fuselage. Now we are ready for the test flight. HAPPY LANDINGS |
