Make up the servo linkage. You will likely need to
remove the locking nuts and thread the links fully on
the rod to make it short enough. See photo.
It is important that the servo is positioned such that
the linkage is 90 degrees to the hinge line. You may
need to remove part of the mounting plate with a
cutter to allow positioning of the servo.
When you are satisfied, glue the blocks in place with
small amounts of 5 minute epoxy. Remove the servo,
and add Aeropoxy. It is important to glue the blocks to
the ply plates so the loads when the servo is actuated
are not transferred fully to the skin. See photo.
Remount servo. Note the heads may need to be
countersunk to allow the hatch to fit.
Cut a slot in the hatch cover, mount, and connect
linkage. Check for adequate throw.
Insert rudder into aft fuse. Tighten aft locking clamp.
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