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Drill a 1/16-inch (1.5mm) hole in the center of each
hinge slot for in both the elevator and stabilizer. Prepare
and install the elevator hinges, then fi t the elevator to the
stabilizer. Check that the ends of the elevator aligns with
the ends of the stabilizer.
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Check to make sure the control horn is on the top of the
elevator, and that the trim scheme from the elevator and
stabilizer are on the same side.
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Repeat the previous steps to install the remaining
elevator. Glue the hinges at this time following the same
procedure as the aileron and fl ap hinges. Once the CA
cures, gently pull on the fi xed surface and control surface
to make sure the hinges are glued securely. If not, apply
additional CA to secure each of the hinges.
RUDDER AND TAIL WHEEL INSTALLATION
1.
Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to loosen the setscrews in the
wheel collar for the tail wheel. Slide the wheel collar as
close to the tail wheel as possible.
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Lightly sand the tail wheel wire where it contacts the
rudder. Use a paper towel and isopropyl alcohol to
remove any oil or debris from the wire.
3.
Mix a small amount of 15-minute epoxy. Use a toothpick
to apply epoxy to the rudder where the tail wheel wire
will come in contact with the exposed wood.
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Use a toothpick to apply epoxy to the tail wheel wire
where it contacts the rudder.
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Fit the wire into the rudder. Use a paper towel and
isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess epoxy from the
rudder and wire.
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Use low-tack tape to hold the tail wheel wire in position
until the epoxy fully cures. Once cured, remove the tape
from the rudder.
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Install the control horn on the rudder. Note the control
horn will be on the left side of the rudder.
