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Gently push the nylon bearing into the slot, then slide the
torque rod into the fuselage, so that the plain end of the torque
rod is near the nylon bearing, as shown.
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Test-fit the second elevator torque rod into the right side of the elevator, using the same techniques. Again, don't glue
the torque rod into place yet.
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Turn the fuselage over and remove the control system hatch
cover from the back of the fuselage.
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Look inside the hatch. The threaded ends of both torque
rods should appear, as shown.
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When satisfied with the fit and alignment, carefully remove both torque rods and lightly sand the mounting tab on the
nylon bearings, using 220 grit sandpaper.
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Apply a thin layer of lightweight oil or Vaseline
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to only the pivot point of the nylon bearings to prevent epoxy from gluing
the bearings to the torque rod wires.
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Carefully reinstall the elevator torque rods, using a thin layer of 5 minute epoxy to glue the nylon bearings into the
stabilizer. Remove any excess epoxy, using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol, and allow the epoxy to set up.
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Be careful not to get any epoxy between the nylon bearings and the torque rod wires. You don't want to
glue the torque rod wires solid. They must be able to pivot smoothly.
STEP 4: ALIGNING THE VERTICAL STABILIZER
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Remove the rudder and the three hinges from the vertical stabilizer and set them aside for now.
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Test-fit the 2-1/4" long threaded torque rod into the precut
slot in the trailing edge of the stabilizer. The center of the nylon
bearing should be 1/2" up from the bottom of the stabilizer.
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You may need to carefully cut a shallow
bevel in the stabilizer directly to the right and left of the nylon
bearing. The bevel should be deep enough so that when
you push the torque rod into place, the bearing will be slightly
recessed into the trailing edge and there won't be any gap
between the trailing edge and the torque rod wire.
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