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Offline airman

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trim tab control
« on: June 23, 2016, 04:58:33 AM »
I have my trim tab built but looking for ideas on how to control it.


Offline Tom H

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Re: trim tab control
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2016, 06:09:42 AM »
I used bowden cable to actuate the trim tab on DE Stubby.  I installed and routed the cable into the elevator to allow it to bend easily with elevator movement.  The other end is attached to a lever at the top of the cockpit.  The lever pivots on a bolt that has some split lock washers to provide some friction.  Works great.  I think this arrangement is simpler than the cable/pulley system in the plans.
Tom H
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