ARC/Cessna RT-459A Faceplate Insert

ARC/CESSNA RT-459A* - Faceplate insert (Price $25.50)

Material - .032" Matte black / white text, 1 piece. Backed with double faced tape for easy installation.

*RT-459A (Small) RT-459A (Large)

Note: This radio trim border comes in two widths, to determine the correct faceplate needed, measure the faceplate trim border as shown in the drawing. If it is 1/8" wide, order the small insert or if it is 1/16" wide then order the large insert.

ARC/CESSNA RT-459A - Faceplate installation directions

Before you begin: Check to see if you received the proper faceplate insert. Are the numbers the same as your radio? Does it fit correctly? Although the holes and text will be the same, many faceplate manufacturers made different widths or heights of the same faceplate. (Just to make life a little more interesting)

1.	Have this insert installed by an avionics shop if you do not have all the proper tools, are not a qualified technician or are not sure you are capable of doing this job.
2.	Remove the DIM knob with a small Allen or Bristle spline wrench which can be purchased at Aircraft Engravers.
3.	If your faceplate needs painting, remove it from the radio. Otherwise, go to #8.
4.	Tape up the faceplate to protect it from painting any unwanted areas. These areas include the colored lights & window areas. Do not tape the inside lip area as this has to be painted. Also tape the backside to protect from any paint over spray.
5.	Fill any dents with a plastic filler or similar material.
6.	Lightly sand with a fine grit sandpaper for good paint adhesion.
7.	Paint the faceplate with quality paint such as Krylon's® 1613 Semi- Flat Black Paint. If you want a silver border around the outer rim use a Testors' silver paint stick. They are found in most hobby stores.
8.	Remove the protective tape.
9.	To have the new inserts' text illuminate from the backside, the original thin text decal has to be removed. Use a very small straight screwdriver to lift it up from the lock down cam hole area.
10.	Remove the double-face tape backing from the new insert.
11.	Place the new inserts onto the faceplate. Re-install faceplate and knobs on the radio.

12.	If there is no lens in front of the frequency numbers, you can clean them up by applying some rubbing alcohol or glass cleaner on a cotton swab and lightly rubbing the digits until clean.

13.	Tell all your aircraft buddies about Aircraft Engravers and place the enclosed sticker on the metal case for future reference.