Section 9: Installing The Rudder And Elevator Control Horns - Hangar 9 PiZAZZ Instruction Manual

Section 9: Installing the Rudder and Elevator
Control Horns
Parts Needed
• Control horns (3)
• Control horn backplates (3)
• Control horn screws (6)
• Fuselage/wing assembly
Tools and Adhesives Needed
• Drill
• Drill Bit: 1/16"
• Felt-tipped pen/pencil
• Medium Phillips screwdriver
• Ruler
Important: When installing the control horns, it's important
that the holes in the control horns where the
pushrod attaches are directly in line with the
control surface hinge line.
Step 1. To locate the elevator control horn position, measure
over 1/2" on the inboard side of the elevator half. Mark the
elevator as shown with a felt-tipped pen or a pencil. This mark
will be the center of the elevator control horn location. Repeat
for the other elevator half.
Step 2. Place the center of the control horn on the elevator at
the mark made in the previous step. Mark the hole positions of
the control horn with a felt-tipped pen or pencil.
Step 3. Remove the control horn and drill 1/16" holes through
the elevator as marked.
Step 4. Attach the elevator control horn using the hardware
provided and fasten in place using a Phillips screwdriver.
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