Chapter 5 - Fuselage
5.19 - Elevator scale
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5.19
elevator scale
The desired routing of the elevator push-pull rod and the extreme length of this rod
assembly suggests the value of mounting two push-pull rods, with an elbow located
behind the seat assembly. This set will stabilize the long push-pull rod, and allow the path
to be split into two sections with a good stabilization point near the middle of the span.
This elbow also establishes the desired proportion of elevator movement in relation to the
pilot’s command. The crank slightly amplifies the stroke, defining the shorter leg of the
elbow hooked onto the pole on the front side. The arm, further back of the link, hooks
with the rod that leads to the elevator control arm. The kit provides high quality rod ends
for these joints to minimize friction and complete the bond.