How to Install Retracts and Canopy on Seagull Czech Mate ARF - Step-by-Step Tutorial

In this step-by-step tutorial, we will show you how to install retractable landing gear and canopy on your Seagull Czech Mate ARF. We'll go over the tools you need and provide detailed instructions for each step of the installation process.

We'll start by showing you how to properly install the retractable landing gear and ensure they are securely attached to the wing. We'll also demonstrate how to ensure smooth operation when deploying and retracting the landing gear.

Next, we'll move on to the canopy installation. We'll show you how to prepare the canopy and attach it to the fuselage, including how to properly align and adjust the canopy to ensure a good fit.

Throughout the tutorial, we'll provide helpful tips and tricks to make the installation process as easy and straightforward as possible. Whether you're a seasoned RC hobbyist or new to the hobby, this tutorial will help you install retractable landing gear and canopy on your Seagull Czech Mate ARF like a pro.

Czech Mate History:
1998 - DNF Heat 3A - White Wing, rudder, vertical stab, elevator horizontal stab
engine failure - A connecting rod failed on the front row of cylinders breaking a hole in the crankcase
dead stick (touched down at around 170mph) on the runway and Sherman performed a ground loop.

2000 - Blue Wings & tail - engine and ADI problems

2001 - Blue Wings - canceled races for terrorist attacks on 9/11

2002 - Blue Wings -encountered a variable pitch prop malfunction and the engine over-sped to more than 5,000 rpm. The plane was finished until the engine could be torn down for inspection.

2003 - Grey Wings, Blue rudder, vertical stab, elevator, horizontal stab

Assembly Manual - http://bit.ly/3lwy2zt

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Sherman Smoot photo used with commercial license. Photo by Anthony Taylor - Warbirdfotos.com