Great Planes Super Sportster (original) - Manual

Sportster
Engine
Wing Span
Wing Area
Length
Weight
20
.19-.25
48"
400 sq. in.
39-1/2"
3-1/2-4 lbs.
40
.35..45
56"
550 sq. in.
43"
5 lbs.
66
.45-.61
61-1/2"
675 sq.in.
48"
6-7-1/2 lbs.
MATERIALS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THIS KIT:
4 channel radio Wheel collars Covering
Engine Wheels Instant glue
Fiberglass cloth/resins Epoxy White glue
Engine mounting bolts Fuel tank
Propeller Spinner
The Super Sportster was designed for the sport flier The Sportster is fast, stable and aerobatic It has good looks, good performance and
stability at low speeds For the creative builders it can be detailed to resemble a war bird, Formula 1 racer or a CAP 21 type aerobatic ship Materials
are included for both trike gear and conventional gear (taildragger) to help you create your own Sportster
The parts are machine cut and sanded for accurate fit Some parts are razor cut in the 20 size for accuracy Should you notice a difference in
size between plans and parts, it is usually because paper plans change size with moisture Most of the parts are self aligning and do not require
building over the plans except where specified in the instructions
Different types of glues may be used such as epoxy, Cyanoacrylate or aliphatic (white) resin Be careful when using any kind of glue Make sure
you have enough ventilation CA glues (instant) are especially harmful if not used correctly
We suggest that you build on a flat surface to insure a straight wing and fuselage When you build over the plans, cover them with waxed paper
so the wood parts are not glued to the plans'
The following tools will be helpful when you build and X-Acto knife, razor plane, saw sanding block, flat building board T Pins hinge slotting
kit, drill and drill bits, tap and tap holder, covering iron and heat gun, Dremel tool and cutter tor wire and router bits, soldering iron, screw drivers, needle
nose pliers, files, clamps and a good square or right triangle
We recommend a plastic heat shrink covering such as Super Monokote to keep your Sportster light Follow the manufacturer's instructions
concerning the use of this covering material
Please read through this step by step instruction book before you start building so you will get an overall idea of the construction steps and avoid
mistakes Since these instructions do pertain to the 20, 40 and 60 size Sportsters, refer to the plan and parts list to help you identify the various parts
Any differences in the instructions for the various size models will be noted at the appropriate steps with a star (•*)
These instructions and plans were intended tor 2 cycle engine use However starting on page 26 of this booklet, you will find adaptation
instructions for the installation of 4-cycle engines
Please inspect all parts carefully before starting to build! If any parts are missing, broken or defective, or it you have any questions
about building or flying this airplane, please call us at (217) 398-8970 and we'll be glad to help. It you are calling tor replacement parts,
please look up the part numbers and the kit identification number (stamped on the end of the carton) and have them ready.
WARRANTY
Great Planes Model Manufacturing Co., Inc. guarantees this kit to be free of defects in both material and workman-
ship 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, he Is advised
to immediately return this kit in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK FIRST. IT CONTAINS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE
ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
(SEE WARNING ON BACK COVER)
POBOX788 URBANA, ILLINOIS 61801 (217)398-8970