Installation of the Strake

The strake was designed for enhansing the stability of the Valiant and providing increased rudder power while also providing a softer nuetral feel for precision of input. you will notice a better exit from snaps, easier stall turns and a more locked on feel in the wind.

I recomend flying the Valiant for a while before installing the Strake to feel how well it actually works you will be amazed at how well this simple devise works. 

INSTALLATION
#1 clean the top seam on the fuse with some MEK or Prep Solve cleaner to remove any mold wax. Then using a #11 exacto blade lightly scrape the seam to remove any flash and to level the seam.

#2 Set the strake on the fuse and make sure you have a good fit.Using tape, Mark on the fuse where the strake begins to find where to start applying the glue. Using Thick C/A apply a small bead of glue from the front mark to the front of the fin do not use thin or med. C/A or there is a chance that you will have a run.

#3 Carefully place the strake on the glue line hold it in place and let it set, after the glue sets on the base, glue the upper portion to the fin.

#4 Set The fuselage on a stand and using an incedence meter set the fuse to zero measuring from the canopy base. Next insert the horizonal separator in the slot on the strake and set the separator to 2 degrees negative.tack it in place. then turn the fuse over and glue the seperator in place using Thick C/A.

If you decide to fly the airplane before you install the Strake there is no need to worry about trim changes, there will not be any.

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