>Would a straight edge make any
>difference after the fact?<
Hi Steve,
I couldn't see the point of clamping the hinges to the straight edge either;
as you say, it's no guarantee that everything will be in line by virtue of
doing this. I can't remember exactly how I did this: I think I used
mini-clamps to hold the top and bottom hinges in place; then checked
alignment visually using a metre rule (36" rule to you!) then went on from
there. Afterwards I did the centre hinge. The one thing I have found is
that the methods of building specified in the manual are generally very
good, but you may find a better/easier/more accurate way of doing something
yourself, or learn about it on the internet. So long as you don't
compromise safety in any way, there's no reason why you shouldn't
experiment.
Lloyd Owens (Bu. 097)
-----Original Message-----
From: Steve Genotte <gopack@sprintmail.com>
Date: 06 February 1999 23:03
Subject: Rudder hinge attachement
>Dear Epicures of Epoxy,
>
>I'm ready to bond the hinges (yes, I'm using the three as per the
>manual) to the flange, but I'm not quite sure about one thing. I don't
>see how clamping the hinges to a straight edge has any effect towards
>keeping the hinges in line once you've clecoed / riveted them into
>place. I used the straight edge when drilling the holes, so I know
>things are as in line as I can get them. If so, should I support the
weight of the
>straight edge with foam blocks or something in order to keep its weight
>from pulling everything down?
>
>Your help in this 'pivotal' matter is greatly appreciated,
>
>Steve Genotte
>
>
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