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Section 11: Mounting the Horizontal Stabilizer
Required Parts
• Fuselage
• 6-32 blind nuts (4)
• 6-32 x 1" socket head bolts (4)
• Horizontal stabilizer assembly
• #6 washer (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• Thick CA
• Ruler
• Drill Bit: 9/64", 11/64" • Drill
• Masking tape
• Tape measure
• Pliers
• Hobby knife
• Square
• Felt-tipped pen
• Threadlocking compound
Step 1
Carefully measure and mark a centerline on the top of
the stabilizer. Do not use the trim as a guide, as it may
be slightly off-center.
Step 2
Measure and mark a centerline on the stabilizer base on
the fuselage.
Step 3
Use a square to extend the centerline on the stabilizer
base onto the rear of the fuselage as shown.
Step 4
Install the bottom wing. Make sure the wing is
pressed fully against the fuselage.