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Step 10
Cut a slot in the aft end of the fuselage for the tail
wheel bearing using a hinging tool or hobby knife.
Position the top of the slot 1" (25mm) from the bottom
of the fuselage. The slot should be 7/8" (23mm)
long, which is the length of the tail wheel bearing.
Step 11
Test fit the tail wheel bearing into the slot.
Make the slot large enough that the bushing
will fit without forcing the wood apart.
Step 12
Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly onto the tail gear wire
where the bearing will ride. This is done to prevent the
epoxy from sticking to the wire and bearing, which would
make it a little difficult to steer or even use the rudder.
Step 13
Mix 1/2 ounce of 6-minute epoxy and apply it to
both the tail gear bearing and the slot in the fuselage.
Install the bearing into the fuselage. Use a paper towel
and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy
from the tail gear wire, bushing, and fuselage.
Hint
: You can combine the previous step with
the following step if you like. This will hold
the rudder in position while the epoxy cures.
Section 5: Rudder Installation
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