KIT NO.: SIGRC44EGARFR - (red) SIGRC44EGARFY - (yellow) SPECIFICATIONS: Wing Span: Wing Area: Length: Flying Weight: Wing Loading: Radio Req.: Glow Power: Electric Power: 54 in. (1372 mm) 585 sq.in. (37.7 dm2) 47.5 in. (1206 mm) 5 - 5.5 lbs. (2268 - 2495 g) 19.7 - 21.7 oz./sq.ft. (60 - 66 g/dm2) 4-Channel with 5 Standard Servos (glow) 4-Channel with 4 Standard Servos (electric) 2-Stroke .40 - .46 cu.in. (6.5 - 7.5 cc) 4-Stroke .40 - .54 cu.in. (6.5 - 8.
Whatever brand engine you choose, take the time to carefully break it in according to the manufacturer's instructions. A good running, reliable engine is a minimum requirement for the enjoyment of this or any R/C model aircraft. ❑ PROPELLER FOR GLOW Refer to the engine manufacturer’s instructions for recommendations on proper propeller size for their engine. In our experience, most 2-stroke .40-.46 glow engines will fly the 4-STAR 54 very nicely with a 10x6 prop.
❑ 3 or 4 cell 3000-5000 mah LIPO BATTERY PACK You can fly your 4-STAR 54 with a 3 cell (3S1P) or 4 cell (4S1P) Lipo pack. Pack capacity should be 3000-5000 mah for good flight duration. A 3 cell pack (11.1 volts) provides good flight performance with mild aerobatic capability. A 4 cell pack (14.8 volts) provides more power with outstanding aerobatic performance.
Once your iron is set to the correct temperature, go over the entire framework of the airplane, making sure that the covering is securely bonded to the structure everywhere the covering comes in contact with the wood underneath. This takes some time, but is worth the effort. COVERING MATERIAL Your 4-STAR 54 is covered with ORACOVER®, a premium quality covering made in Germany, and sold in the U.S. by Hanger-9 as Ultracote®.
INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS For the following steps you will need: (1) Right Wing Panel (1) Left Wing Panel (1) Aluminum Tube Wing Joiner (2) Servos with Mounting Screws (not furnished) (2) 6”-12” Servo Extension Chords (not furnished) (1) Servo Y- Harness (not furnished) HINGING THE AILERONS ❑ 2) Note that the CA Hinges are installed, but not yet glued, in the ailerons and wing panels. The installation process for the hinges is the same for all of the control surfaces on this model.
c) Insert the bent end of the pushrod into the servo arm, from the top. Note: You will most likely need to use a 1/16” dia. drill to open the hole in the servo arm to accept the pushrod wire. d) Mark and cut off the excess end of the pushrod wire, leaving 1/8” of wire protruding below the bottom of the servo arm. e) Clip a Nylon Snap Keeper in place on the servo end of the pushrod wire. Snap the free end of the keeper up and over the protruding end of the pushrod wire, underneath the servo arm.
(1) Left Fiberglass Wheel Pant (4) M3 x 12mm Socket-Head Bolts, for wheel pants know which way is forward. The two outer holes for mounting the gear to the fuselage go to the front. Then test fit the wheel pants over the wheels and line up the predrilled mounting holes. Secure the wheel pants in place with two M3 x 12mm socket head bolts for each pant. NOTE: We suggest you use a thread locking liquid (like Locktite®) on all bolts and nuts used in the assembly of the landing gear.
drying epoxy glue. Apply a thin coat of glue to the bottom of the fin and to the exposed wood on the stab. With the fin in place, sight the model from the front to make sure the fin is absolutely 90 degrees upright to the stab. If needed, use a little masking tape to hold it in alignment. Wipe off any excess glue rubbing alcohol and a soft paper towel. ❑ 15) Just like the aileron hinges, the elevator hinges are factory installed, but not yet glued.
servo in a glow installation.) Be sure to drill pilot holes through the plywood tray for the mounting servo mounting screws. the clasp at the halfway point on the wire, and then drill a hole for the M2 x 15mm Bolt. Insert the bolt through the hole and tighten down the M2 Hex Nut to clamp the bracket in place. ❑ 23) Mount your receiver in a place of your choosing. If using a glow engine it is recommended that you wrap the receiver in foam rubber to protect it from vibrations.
ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM Skip this section if your using a glow engine power setup For this section you will the Fuselage and: (1) Fiberglass Cowling (4) M3 x 10mm Screws (1) Plywood Electric Motor Mount (1) Balsa Triangle Stock (4) M4 x 20mm Socket-Head Bolts, for motor mount (4) M4 Flat Metal Washers, for motor mount (4) M4 x 16mm Socket-Head Bolts, for motor (4) M4 Split-Ring Lock Washers, for motor (4) M4 Blind Nuts, for motor (2) Hook-&-Loop (Velcro®) Straps (1) Electric Motor, ESC, Prop, Lipo Battery (no
❑ 32) If you have not already re-attached the X mount plate to the back of your motor, do so now. Then use the M4 x 16mm SocketHead Mounting Bolts and Lock Washers to bolt your motor in place on the plywood motor mount box. sides of the box (four marks total). c) After you have all four slots marked, carefully align the front face of the firewall to line up with the marks. Make sure you end up with the firewall straight and square in the box. If it is not, recheck your marks and adjust as necessary.
on the top surface of the plywood battery tray, to make sure the battery pack will not move around during aerobatics. do not have access to such a power tool, you can cut the opening with a drill, a hobby knife, and a sanding block - by first drilling a series of almost touching holes inside the pattern lines (1/8” dia. works well); then using the knife to cut through the connecting material between each hole; and finally finishing the edges of the opening with the file or a sanding block.
b) Set the plywood fuel tank support in place, but do not glue. c) Install the fuel tank through the back of the plywood tank support. Push the tank all the way up to the back of the firewall, pulling the 3 fuel lines through the firewall as you go. d) Strap the tank in place with the hook-&-loop straps. e) Glue the balsa block fuel tank stop in place on the plywood tank tray, up against the rear end of the tank.
of the airplane. Using the pushrod connector on the carburetor end of the pushrod, and the Z-bend at the servo end, should work in most cases. NOTE: Engines in the .40 to .46 size range are right at the break point between using 4-40 size or 6-32 size mounting bolts. Some .40-.46 engines have small holes in their case for 4-40 bolts, while other .40-.46 engines have holes large enough to accommodate 6-32 bolts. Be sure to buy the size appropriate for your engine.
CONTROL SURFACE TRAVEL The following control surface travel data is based on our experience with the 4-STAR 54. These suggested surface movements should be considered as starting points. As your experience builds, the control travel can be adjusted to suit your particular style of flying and to explore the airplane's capabilities. ❑ 49) Once you are happy with the fit, glue the canopy permanently in place on the fuselage. We recommend using a dedicated “canopy glue” such as RC56.
begins moving forward use the rudder as needed to keep the airplane going straight. At takeoff speed, use a slight amount of up elevator to lift off, using ailerons to keep the wings level. Climb to a reasonable altitude before making any trim changes. crease up elevator input to get a feel for the stall characteristics. Stalls tend to be very gentle with the nose dropping straight ahead with little tendency to drop a wing.
