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Tips and techniques for assembling your first ARF
Setups for best performance and reliability
Tuning tips to take you to the next level
Repairing crash damage to a variety of materials and locations
How to customize your ARF
Add retracts, paint and detail work
Converting nitro power to electric
Buyers¹ guides on nearly every type of ARF on the market electric to giant-scale warbirds, aerobatic aircraft and even helicopters!
Almost-ready-to-fly (ARF) models are the single most popular type of RC aircraft on the market today; they¹re easier, more affordable and more diverse than any other segment of the hobby. This must-have volume contains the best articles from the Model Airplane News archives that tell you everything you need to know to select, build and fly an ARF. Chapter 1 walks beginners through the basics of assembling their first ARF and passes along valuable tips on installing engines, fuel systems and hinges. Chapter 2 gives you priceless information on how to make your ARF like new after it suffers one of those inevitable mishaps. Features include control-surface repair as well as restoring sheeted-foam and built-up wooden wings. Perhaps you want to personalize your ARF by adding retracts or a scale paint job, or maybe you just want to upgrade hardware for better performance; if so, check out Chapter 3 on customizing your ARF. If you¹re ready for your next ARF, but you just can't decide which one to get, you can count on us whether you¹re into small electrics, giant-scale, or aerobatics, you'll find what you need in our extensive selection of ARF buyers¹ guide articles in Chapter 4. With this book, you'll have all the knowledge you need to choose, assemble, set up and personalize any ARF. Let¹s go!
