Seagull Models SEA 358, Assembly Manual

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Fit the elevator so the leading edge is
tightly against the trailing edge of the
stabilizer.
Check the it of both elevators at
this time. Once checked, remove the
elevators.
Fit the elevators back into position.
Remove the T-pins and slide the eleva-
tors tightly against the stabilizer. Use a
paper towel and isopropyl alcohol to re-
move any excess epoxy before it begins
to cure.
10 . 13 .
11 .
12 .
Flex the elevator slightly, making sure
to keep the gap between the elevator and
stabilizer as narrow as possible. Saturate
each of the hinges using thin CA. Apply
CA to the top of the hinges.
Gently pull on the ied and moving
surface to make sure the hinges are glued
securely. If not, reapply thin CA to any
hinges that are found loose.
14 .
15 .
Flex the control surface through its
range of motion a few 28. times to break-
in the hinges. his will reduce the initial
load on the servo when the surface is ist
actuated.
C/A glue