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Section 1: Hinging the Ailerons
Step 4
Deflect the aileron and completely saturate the hinge with
thin CA glue. Be sure not to deflect the aileron too far; the
top of the aileron should just touch the top of the wing
trailing edge. When the hinge is glued in place, there
should be no more than a 1/32" gap maintained
throughout the length of the aileron.
Step 5
Turn the wing panel over, deflect the aileron in the
opposite direction and apply thin CA to the other
side of the hinges as in the previous step. Make
sure the thin CA penetrates completely into both the
aileron and wing panel.
Step 6
Using CA remover/debonder and a paper towel, remove
any excess CA glue that has accumulated on the wing
or aileron surface. Allow time for both ailerons to
completely dry.
Step 7
Firmly grasp the wing and aileron and, applying medium
pressure, check that they are securely attached and cannot
be pulled apart. Use caution when gripping the wing and
aileron as not to crush the structure.
Step 8
Work the aileron up and down several times to “work in”
the hinges and check for proper movement.
Step 9
Repeat Steps 1 through 8 for the opposite
wing and aileron.