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Take out the front servos mount from the fuselage.
Install the front fuel tank before attaching the nose cone.
Connect the nose cone to the fuselage using six screws.
Install the rudder fin, securing screws tightly with thread lock or washers to prevent flutter.
Mount two servos for the elevators, suggesting specific Futaba or JR models.
Install elevator shafts and servo arms with minimal lateral movement, then connect push-pull rods.
Install the main landing gear with air brake pipes and the nose gear with its connector.
Glue hinges for ailerons and flaps, and mount aileron servos with reinforced base.
Connect push-pull rods for aileron servos control using the kit's provided rods.
Install aileron servos, recommending JR #3421 servos.
Describes the new, simplified flaps system design without external rods.
Instructions for cutting holes and running rods externally for an alternative flaps system.
Remove the cross spar to install both fuel tanks.
Make by-pass holes and drill tail flange brackets to fasten the dual wall tail pipe.
Set up the front servo and connect piano wires for nose gear control.
Install the retracts control servo and the break control servo.
Install two valves for the jet engine fuel pump system.
Adjust aileron up/down movement for each side to 12mm-16mm.
Adjust elevator up/down movement for each side to 40mm-45mm.
Set flaps for down movement between 20mm-25mm for take-off.
Set flaps for down movement between 55mm-60mm for landing.
Place two batteries in the nose cone to achieve the correct CG balance.
Set CG between 140-160mm from leading edge; 140mm recommended for maiden flights.
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