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Using a builder's triangle and a pencil, draw a centerline
mark on the top of the stabilizer, at the leading edge.
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Using a ruler and a pencil, measure out 3/8" from the
centerline mark at the leading edge and draw a mark. Do this
on both sides of the centerline mark, as shown.
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When satisfied with the alignment, use a couple of push-
pins to hold
only
the trailing edge of the stabilizer aligned at
this time.
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If the stabilizer is hard to slide into place, very lightly sand
the edges of the mounting slot. Be careful not to remove too
much material, though. The stabilizer should fit snugly.
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Slide the stabilizer into the mounting slot in the fuselage as far forward as possible and temporarily align it. Center
the stabilizer at the trailing edge by making sure that the inside edge of each elevator half is equal distance from the sides
of the fuselage, then line up the two marks you drew on top of the leading edge with the sides of the fuselage at the front.
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Check to make sure that the tips of the stabilizer are equal
distances from the tips of the wing. To do this, use a ruler to
measure from one wing tip to the stabilizer tip on the same
side. Do this for both sides. Pivot the front of the stabilizer
right or left until both of these measurements are the same.
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When satisfied with the alignment, draw a couple of guide
marks on the stabilizer and use a couple of push-pins to hold
the front of the stabilizer in position.
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