Yup Pete thanks
the problem was a slight offset in the tube which I fixed by drilling a
third hole and enlarging the offending lower hole which caused the offset
An almost imperceptible offset on the lugs caused a 3deg difference in
the flaps which might have caused interesting flying characteristics :-)
Will
Peter Jeffers wrote:
>
> Since both flaps are driven by the same motor (lever, if we are talking
> Monowheel)then the only way the movement range of the two flaps can differ
> is if when retracted one flap reaches its up stop (ie in the wing T/E) 4
> degrees before the other. Due to the flexibility of the linking drive rod
> (sorry can't remember the part no) one flap can stop prior to the other but
> will end up fully retracted ie zero degrees, with the link rod slightly
> twisted. Trouble is when you extend, one flap will start moving
> significantly prior to the other. They both stop moving when the flap motor
> stops but one will have travelled further.
> If you find this to be the case then the problem is with the original flap
> rigging to the drive link rod. Possibly incorrect attachment of the link rod
> to the fuselage flap hinge arm.
>
> Pete Jeffers
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of William Daniell
> Sent: 14 June 2010 03:29
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Europa-List: flaps
>
>
> well i finally got my flaps assembled following the procedure in the
> book....
>
> I find that there is about 4 degrees of difference in the deflection of
> the flaps.
>
> I am assuming that this is not normal and will cause weird flying
> characteristics but before I take everything to bits (for the umpteenth
> time) i wanted to consult the collective wisdom about this.
>
> Will
>
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