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15.
Next let’s mount the tailwheel and rudder so we can get the Extra up on its feet,
which will make the remainder of assembly much easier. Locate the rudder, 2
cut-down rudder horns and bases, tailwheel wire, aluminum mount, 2 coarse
threaded wood screws, tailwheel and 2 small wheel collars.
16.
Locate the slot near the bottom of the rudder and remove the covering over it on
both sides of the rudder. Trial fit the horns into their base and into the slots. You
may need to remove a little more material from the horns so that they sit flush
against the base and rudder surface. Follow the same procedure as with the
aileron horn and remove the covering from under the base plate location for direct
adhesion to the wood. When satisfied with the fit, glue both horns in place with
30 minute epoxy. Be sure to scuff the horns with sandpaper for best adhesion.
Also be sure both horns are aligned properly and set assembly aside to dry.
