Figure 55-2. Stabilator Balance Configuration
1. If the stabilator is out of limits on the leading edge heavy side, remove balance plates from the mass
balance weight until the static balance is within limits. Do not attempt to adjust the stabilator tip balance
weight.
2. If the stabilator is out of limits on the trailing edge heavy side, add balance plates to the mass balance
weight until the static balance is within limits.
VERTICAL STABILIZER.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF VERTICAL FIN. (Refer to Figure 55-3.)
1. Remove the fin tip and dorsal fin at the forward edge of the fin. Disconnect upper tail light at the quick
disconnect.
2. Separate the stabilator trim cable and rudder cable at the turnbuckles and remove the cables.
3. Remove the rudder per removal instructions.
4. Remove the stabilator per removal instructions.
5. Disconnect the antenna wire from the antenna assembly, attach a fishing line to the antenna cable
before removing it from the fin conduit.
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Revised: August 17, 1982
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