No need to argue guys but thanks for the genuine concern.  Actually I have seen it done both ways.  The videos on youtube also show it both ways also.  At first I did the thumb cover and it worked and later I blew into the tube and that worked.  Both seemed to get out the bubbles .  To the guy in NH I may have a friend swing by to pick up the parts I need in the next couple of days.  He is heading to Maine for the holiday and you are much closer than Arizona.  I think you may be the closest Redcat dealer to me.  I f so I think we'll be doing some business.  Thanks everyone for the great advice I couldn't have got it running without you guys.