This manual explains how to assemble the Carl Goldberg Products Super Floats, a float kit for model aircraft. It lists the additional items, tools and supplies needed, identifies the wood parts in the kit, and describes adhesives including C/A glue, epoxy and aliphatic resin.
The assembly section walks through building one float at a time, from preparing the float sides and bulkheads to installing the keels, pads, struts and rudder parts. The manual also covers an optional dual rudder and a double rudder link, and ends with float installation complete.
| Recommended aircraft weight and engine range | 6-9 lb, .50 to .90 engine range |
|---|---|
| Estimated assembly time | about 6 to 8 hours |
| Float top material | balsa |
| Front strut diameter | 3/16 in |
| Rear strut diameter | 5/32 in |
| Cross brace wire diameter | 3/32 in |
They were designed for the Carl Goldberg Anniversary Cub and will also work with almost any plane in the 6-9 lb, .50 to .90 engine range.
The kit takes only about 6 to 8 hours to assemble.
The manual recommends C/A glue specially formulated for the plywood and balsa; epoxy or aliphatic resin are other good choices.
Watery thin C/A glue should not be used for general construction, especially for the plywood parts.