Push the horizontal stabilizer into the slot on the fuselage
as show. Check the alignment of the horizontal stabilizer
by measuring from a fixed point along the center line of
the fuselage to the leading edge on each side of the
horizontal stabilizer. The distance must be equal on both
sides . If not, adjust the stabilizer until the measurements
are the same (see picture below: A=A’).
When you are satisfied with the alignment, use
a pencil to trace around the top and bottom of
the stabilizer where it meets the fuselage.
Cut away only
the covering
both side
Remove the horizontal stabilizer
from the fuselage. Using a straight edge
and a sharp hobby knife, carefully cut away
the covering
inside the lines
which were marked
above. Be cautious
not to cut into the wood
-this
will weaken the structure
.
Pull the left and right elevator out of the horizontal stabilizer.
Using a sharp hobby knife, carefully cut away the covering
around of all slots for the horizontal stabilizer and vertical
fin installation.
Cut away only
the covering
18A
18B
18B
18C
18D
18D
ZLIN
Z-526
18- Horizontal stabilizer
18A
A
A’
A=A’
