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Z II Basic Build Instructions

Z II Basic Build InstructionsZ II Basic Build Instructions

Z II Basic Build Instructions

Kit Contents:

Kit Contents:Kit Contents:

Kit Contents:

(2) Precision EPOR molded wing panels

(2) Custom balsa pieces (trailing edge)

(6) Fiber glass reinforcement spars

(1) CNC T-6 aluminum motor plate

Corrugated plastic package for utility bays and winglets

Optional items:

Optional items:Optional items:

Optional items:

CNC laser cut corrugated Go-Pro and flight camera box (with camera

protecting rail skids)

Optional clear laminate package for strength and durability

Basic building tools:

Basic building tools:Basic building tools:

Basic building tools:

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Z II Basic Build Instructions Kit Contents: (2) Precision EPOR molded wing panels (2) Custom balsa pieces (trailing edge) (6) Fiber glass reinforcement spars (1) CNC T-6 aluminum motor plate Corrugated plastic package for utility bays and winglets Optional items: CNC laser cut corrugated Go-Pro and flight camera box (with camera protecting rail skids) Optional clear laminate package for strength and durability Basic building tools:
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3/4 in x 3 in retractable snap blade razor (available at Walmart) Xacto knife Zona Balsa Saw Sharpie marker Small hobby screwdriver Scissors Soldering iron and accessories Low temperature hot glue gun Popsicle sticks Approved Adhesives: 5 Minute Epoxy Gorilla Glue (Slow cured dark or fast light) Lock Tight 200 Spray Adhesive (in multiple light coats) 3M 77 spray adhesive (in multiple light coats) 3M packing and storage tape (for Elevon attachment) Transparent Magic Tape Foam Safe and Regular CA with activa
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Any flat color will work well, and all paints should be applied in multiple, light coats. Manufacturer suggests using extreme caution when using dark colors, as it can melt, attack, and/or destroy the foam. When flat colors are laminated, they will become glossy. Approved Filler: Patch and Paint Lightweight Spackling **Caution needs to be used when using solvent-based paints. EPOR is not as forgiving as EPP.
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. Let tack for 3-4 minutes, place on flat surface, and take caution to align the roots true. 5. Babysit this joint to ensure a solid bond. 6. Use large snap razor (with new blade) to slice off the raised filler buttons produced during manufacturing. Use multiple passes in same direction, following the contour of air foil. 7. Use sanding block with 200 to 250 grit to smooth out surface where filler buttons were trimmed. 8. Place airplane on surface face up. 9.
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expanding, don’t be shy with the CA so this ensures the spar will not float. 7. Using a small cup, mix approximately ½ ounces of dark Gorilla glue (PU glue) with a few drops of water using a Popsicle stick. Mix thoroughly. 8. Pour mixture onto second spar using a Popsicle stick, run back and forth to ensure thorough distribution of glue, this will fill the gap and encapsulate the spars making the I beam system complete. 9. Install the bottom rebar spars. The rebar spars are light colored and textured.
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F. Install gear 1. The ZII was designed to accommodate multiple types of set-ups, including FPV, UAV, AP sport flying, and night flying. 2. Setting up gear is up to the user. 3. The main battery bay was designed to accommodate up to (2) 4S 3300 mhr lipos. 4S 4000's by selected manufacturers will also fit. 4. The main battery bay can be modified and utilized for FPV and UAV electronics. 5. The ZII servo slots are designed for standard size servos.
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for electronics. 4. Mount lids with thick CA applied to the underside of the lid. 5. Hold in place and activate the edges of the lid with CA kicker. 6. Shelves have been placed in the rear of each bay for the use of velcro or rare earth magnet for holding the lids closes. Modify as required. H. Prep for covering airplane with manufacturer suggested laminating film 1. Inspect airplane for areas for touch up. 2. Touch up any desired areas with light weight spackling and sand paper.
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of solvents to a minimum. 3. Apply desired paint as recommended above. 4. Once paints are dry apply Lock Tight 200 adhesive over entire area to be laminated. Allow to dry for 10-15 minutes. 5. Apply lamination film as directed in the no paint. See section I #3. 6. All areas should be overlapped by one inch. 7. Wing ends should be capped with lamination film. This allows the use of Goop to attach the winglets. 8.
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Check for proper alignment. 8. Using 3M storage tape hinge the top of the elevon placing 2/3 of the storage tape on to the wing and 1/3 on to the Balsa control surface. 9. Once both sides of the top have been finished flip the wing over. Flip the elevons on top of the wing exposing the root of the elevon. Use 3M storage tape to place 50% of the storage tape on to the bottom of the wing and 50% on to the elevon. This will create a strong and true hinge. See video online for this process. L.
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Drivetrain 1. Motor and esc should be fully tested for amp draw prior to flight to make sure it’s within spec. 2. Esc need to be vented well due to the insulating properties of the foam. 3. If you chose a 4s setup you need to watch the amps to see if you are within spec, and you must disable the esc BEC and use a separate RX power. If you do not do this you mite over heat and short the esc’s internal BEC, this sometimes takes out the esc ,servos and receiver.