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8.
Make sure the stab is level (parallel) with the
wing and insert paper strip shims, if neces-
sary.
9.
When satisfied with the alignment of the
stab, temporarily tape securely in place.
Turn over the plane and mark the area on the
bottom of the stab where it rests on the fuse.
Remove the stab from the fuse and, working
1/4" inside the drawn lines, carefully remove
the covering from the bottom of the stab. BE
CAREFUL TO AVOID CUTTING THE
WOOD
10.
Spread epoxy on both the bottom of the stab
and the stab platform of the fuse.
Replace the stab on the platform and, after
again checking the alignment of the stab to
the wing, allow the epoxy to dry thoroughly.
11.
As with the installation of the ailerons, insert
a straight pin in the center of each CA hinge.
Slide the hinges halfway into the elevator
and then slide the entire assembly into the
hinge slots in the stabilizer.
Allow the elevator/stab assembly to dry for at
least 10 minutes before flexing the elevator.
12.
Keeping the stab and elevator in position,
remove the pins and apply 3 or 4 drops of
thin CA to each hinge location.
FIN INSTALLATION
1.
Collect the following items:
(1) Fin
2.
Trial fit the fit into the fuselage slot on the
rear of the fuselage and the notch on top.
3.
When satisfied with the fit, draw lines on the
fuse and stab, on both sides of the fin, show-
ing its location.
