Superskeg SK4 V Skeg

SK4 V Skeg $7.50*

*Price includes shipping
(U.S. orders)

Skegs Protect Flaps and Flap Servos and Provide Precise Stopping Control

Injection Molded of Tough Polyethylene Plastic

Won't Shatter like
Carbon Fiber or Phenolic

Quick and Easy Installation

Designed for the rigors of competitive R/C soaring, the V Skeg protects the flaps and flap servos by adding 1 3/4" of clearance and provides maximum stopping power. The base of the V Skeg is curved to match the contour of the fuselage and uses a 1/4" boss that extends into the fuselage to provide strength and stability.The V Skeg is easily attached to most sailplanes and can be easily removed when prohibited or for maintenance.

Mounting Instructions
BACKING PLATE: Two pieces of 1/8" 5 ply plywood laminated together to form a 1/4" thick block then sanded to match the inside contour of the fuselage and permanently glued in place with a pliable glue like PFM or Shoe Goo provides the best backing plate. This method provides for easy removal and reinstallation. Some molders make the backing plate long enough to mount the towhook and skeg. A string through the 1/4" boss hole can be used to pull the backing plate into an inaccessible location.

INSTALLING THE SKEG: After the backing plate has been installed, determine and the mark the desired skeg location. If possible, use a straight edge or a piece of thread to draw a center/bottom line. Paste or glue (spray contact glue on the template) the supplied template on the center line then use an awl or sharp point to make deep indentations at the center of the 3 holes. Drill all three holes with a 3/32" drill taking care that the drill is perpendicular and doesn't drift off the hole centers. Drill the middle hole to 1/4". Trial fit the skeg. To insure a tight fit, the skeg boss is slightly larger than 1/4" so it may be necessary enlarge the 1/4" hole until the skeg boss can be inserted with moderate pressure. Secure with the supplied #6 mounting screws.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The user assumes full responsibility for determining the suitability and safe use of this product and acknowledges the inherent risk of flying radio controlled aircraft.

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