GREAT PLANES Piper j-3 cub

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Great Planes

Model Manufacturing Co. guarantees this kit to

be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date

of purchase. This warranty does not cover any component parts

damaged by use or modification. In no case shall Great Planes’

liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further,

Great Planes reserves the right to change or modify this warranty

without notice.

In that Great Planes has no control over the final assembly or

material used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor

accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the

final user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-

assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated

with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return

this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place

of purchase.

To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to Hobby

Services at the address below:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1

Champaign, IL 61822

USA

Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as

much contact information as possible (daytime telephone number,

fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of the problem

and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon receipt of the

package the problem will be evaluated as quickly as possible.

READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING

CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS

AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND

USE OF THIS MODEL.

Champaign, IL

(217) 398-8970, Ext. 5

airsupport@greatplanes.com

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Wingspan (Standard): 76.5 in [1,945mm]

Wingspan (Clipped): 61.5 in [1,560mm]

Wing Area (Standard): 820 sq in [58.9dm

]

Wing Area (Clipped): 653 sq in [42.1dm

]

Weight: 6.5-7.5 lbs [2950-300g]

Wing Loading: 18-21 oz/sq ft [55-64g/dm

]

Length: 49 in [1,245mm]

Radio: 4-channel transmitter with 4 standard servos

Engine: .40-.61 cu. in. [6.5-10cc] two-stroke

.48-.80 cu. in. [8-13cc] four-stroke

USA

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Summary

Getting Started and Model Overview

Introduction to the Piper J-3 Cub Model

Overview of the Piper J-3 Cub model kit, its flying characteristics, and construction simplicity.

Safety Precautions and Key Building Decisions

Essential safety warnings, precautions, and crucial decisions like engine selection and wing configuration.

Materials, Notes, and Abbreviations

Lists of required items, building notes, wood types, and common abbreviations for construction.

Part Identification and Preparation Procedures

Instructions for preparing kit parts, understanding die-cut patterns, and using die-cut drawings.

Component Construction

Building the Tail Feathers

Instructions for constructing the rudder, fin, stabilizer, and elevators for the model.

Assembling the Aircraft Wings

Detailed steps for building wing panels, installing linkages, sheeting, and ailerons.

Constructing the Fuselage Structure

Steps for building the fuselage, installing formers, engine mount, landing gear, and control systems.

Final Assembly and Finishing

Final Component Integration and Installation

Installing wing struts, receiver, switch, battery, and the cowl onto the assembled airframe.

Model Finishing, Covering, and Optional Features

Procedures for covering, sanding, balancing, fuelproofing, applying decals, and installing optional cockpit, seats, etc.

Pre-Flight Checks and Model Balancing

Crucial steps for balancing the model laterally and performing final hookups and system checks.

Flight Operations and Safety

Finding a Safe Flying Site and Ground Checks

Guidance on selecting a safe flying location, performing ground checks, and radio range checks.

Flight Procedures, Safety Codes, and Techniques

Instructions for takeoff, flying, landing, and adherence to the AMA Safety Code.

Supporting Information

Building and Flight Log Forms

Sections for recording construction details and logging flight performance data.

Two-View Diagram for Trim Scheme Planning

A diagram showing top and side views for planning the model's trim scheme.