VQ CESSNA 208, Instruction Manual

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CESSNA 208
13-Horizontal stabilizer
B
B’
B=B’
Trial fit the vertical fin in position. Using a 90 degree triangle or adjust the vertical stabilizer ensure
that the B=B’ as shown, the vertical stabilizer is perpendicular to the horizontal stabilizer.
Using a pencil, trace around the vertical stabilizer where it meets the fuselage. Remove the vertical
stabilizer from the fuselage.
Using a straight edge and a sharp hobby knife,
carefully cut away the covering
inside the lines
which were marked above. Be cautious not to
cut into the wood -this will weaken the structure .
Cut away only
the covering
both side
Insert the vertical fin into the fuselage, precisely align
the vertical stabilizer as described in step
13A .
Apply the thin CA glue on the vertical stabilizer where it
contacts the fuselage.
CA
Apply thin CA
glue both side
CA
Apply thin CA
glue on the top
of the hinge
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
TOP-SIDE
TOP-SIDE
STEP 13A
CA
Apply thin CA
glue on the bottom
of the hinge
! Securely glue together. If coming off during fly,
you lose control of your air plane.