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1 Intro/Preparation
2 Hull Assembly
3 Sail
4 Rudders
5 Stern Planes
6 Drive Train/WTC
7 Linkages
8 Ballast & Trim
9 Detail & Paint
10 On Patrol
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INTRODUCTION - The Kit

1. At left are the contents of a typical Permit kit. Included is a sheet of 1/96 scale Permit class hull plans (hang them over your work area for quick reference), two epoxy hull halves, cast polyurethane appendage set and sail, a white metal fittings set with propeller, stainless steel drive shaft, stainless steel photo-etched MBT vent detail set, and running gear linkage set. Be sure to inventory kit contents with the enclosed parts sheet prior to assembly. Please note: each assembly image is linked to a high resolution version.

2. Shown is the resin sail with brass diesel exhaust diffuser molded into the upper trailing edge. Mounting bolts with nuts extend from the bottom of the part. To the right of the sail, and below, are the resin masts and sail mounted diving planes. To the left of the sail is the white metal fittings set with bollards, cleats, zincs, periscopes and other mast parts. Below them is the white metal propeller (a stainless steel set screw is provided).
3. Here are, beginning at left, the drive train resin parts (thrust bearing bulkhead and two WTC saddles). Next at top are the control linkage jumpers, thrust bearings, universal coupler and allen wrench. Below them are the stainless steel photoetched MBT vents and cast resin mushroom anchor. Continuing to the right are, first, the rudders, then the stern planes. If everything is present and accounted for, proceed with assembly.

PREPARATION - Parts Washing

 
1. Prior to assembly, care must be taken to prepare each part to ensure that glue and paint will properly adhere to it's surface. Using warm soapy water and a scotchbrite pad, scrub and wash each part thoroughly to remove any remaining mold release agent. Dry the parts and set them in a container to ensure they will not be misplaced. Then proceed to the next step.
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For The Work Bench

The following are essential tools and raw materials to be borrowed or purchased:

  • 3/8" electric drill
  • drill bit set
  • Dremel moto-tool & bits
  • needle file set
  • 2 hour cure epoxy
  • micro-balloons
  • CA adhesive
  • 1/2" fiberglass tape
  • 1/8" O.D. brass tubing
  • tubing cutter
  • X-acto knife
  • razor saw (small)
  • ruler & drafting compass
  • sand paper (assorted)
  • masking tape
  • dixie cups
  • disposable brushes
  • baking soda
  • 1/4" closed cell foam
  • 10-15 ozs. lead weight
  • 1 tube Nitro-Stan putty