Specifications

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Section 14: Hinging the Rudder
Required Parts
• Fuselage assembly • Rudder
• CA hinges (3)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• T-Pins • Thin CA
• Paper towels • CA remover/debonder
Note: Hinging the rudder follows the same
procedure as hinging the ailerons and
elevators. We’ll save you some reading and
condense this into just a few steps.
Step 1
Locate three CA hinges and place a T-pin in the center of
each hinge. Slide the hinges into the rudder.
Step 2
Slide the rudder onto the fin. Align the top of the rudder
with the top of the fin. Remove the T-pins and use
thin CA to glue the hinges into position. Apply CA to
both sides of the hinges.
Step 3
Clean up any excess CA using CA remover/debonder.
Once the CA has fully cured, gently pull on the rudder to
ensure the hinges are secure. Flex the rudder a few times
to work in the hinges.