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3. Start with 1/2 inch up and down deflection on elevons and adjust to your flying style. express permission of author. If you like this design, please consider a

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4. If possible, use exponential on radio mixing to soften control throws. donation for the effort via PayPal to dcobra_98@yahoo.com
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5. Have fun! Any questions please email me at dcobra_98@yahoo.com or visit discussion thread at showthread.php?t=481872 This design is free for personal use.
6. CG measurement on 100% scale is 52cm along centerline from nose tip, or 56cm along wing leading edge from nose tip. 8CM Rev. 4
7. Materials needed /recommended:

Internal spine /motor mount piece Cut (3) and laminate

2-3 sheets depron/FFF/sturdyboard
1/32 lite ply for control horns
Polyurethane glue, foam safe CA, UHU Creativ Glue
Thin balsa strips (1/32 I think) top edge

forced washout strip Cut (2) and mount atop trailing edge of each elevon (refer to blue sticth lines)
(2) Servos I used Hitec HS-55's Aft Intake top Cut (2)

forced washout strip Cut (2) and mount under leading edge of wing (follow blue stiched lines)
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(1) Brushless motor/ESC/Prop - I used HET Typhoon 15/10, EFlite 20 amp ESC, and APC 8x6 SF prop
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(3) 61mm .210 CF rods or equivalent length
Scotch Satin tape for elevon hinges, tape over CF rods
(124) 1/8 x 1/16 N48 Neodymium disc magnets (doubled-up) or approximately (62) 1/4 x 1/16 magnets.
(1) 3/8 hardwood stick for motor mount.

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Keep in mind...any angle variation from my build will result in a different result for you. Keep in mind these plans are BETA only.
Also, try to minimize curving of fuselage base piece during fuse construction, but a little curvature won't hurt the flight characteristics.
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