Hinging The Horizontal Stabilizer And Elevators; Parts Needed - Hangar 9 80" CAP 232 Instruction Manual

Section 8: Hinging the Horizontal Stabilizer

Parts Needed

Fuselage with vertical and horizontal stabilizer attached
Elevators (2)
Tools and Adhesives Needed
Thin CA glue
CA remover/debonder
Paper towels
T-pins
Step 1. Locate the elevator and hinges. Trial fit the elevators
into the proper position on the horizontal stabilizer, using the
same hinging techniques learned in Section 1.
Step 2. With one elevator half properly aligned (left and right),
apply thin CA glue to the hinges on both sides (be sure to
remove the t-pins first). Wipe away any excess CA with CA
debonder and a paper towel.
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and Elevators
Step 3. After the hinges are dry, check to be sure they are
securely in place by trying to pull the elevator from the horizontal
stabilizer.
Caution: Use care not to crush the structure.
Step 4. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other elevator half.
Step 5. Work the elevators up and down several times to "work
in" the hinges and check for freedom of movement.
Step 6. The elevator hinge lines should be sealed using clear
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UltraCote (HANU887) as was done for the ailerons.