User Manual

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 Step 26
Thread a 4-40 nut onto the threaded end of the cross
member. The distance from the center of the hole to the
end of the nut is 15
1
/
8
-inch (384mm).
15 / -inch
(384mm)
1
8
Hint: Apply a drop of threadlock to the threads
and then heat the nut with a heat gun and the
threadlock will cure and hold the nut in place.
 Step 27
Attach the diagonal brace using a 4-40 x 3/8 socket head
bolt. Leave the screw loose until the floats have been
installed on the fuselage.
 Step 28
Thread a 4-40 locknut onto the diagonal brace. Only
thread the nut on far enough to keep the diagonal attached
to the front cross brace at this time. It will be tightened
after the struts have been attached to the fuselage.
 Step 29
Repeat Steps 26 through 28 to install the remaining
diagonal side brace at this time.