YAK 55. Instruction Manual
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HINGING THE ELEVATOR.
HINGING THE RUDDER.
Glue the elevator hinges in place using the
same techniques used to hinge the ailerons.
Glue the rudder hinges in place using the
same techniques used to hinge the ailerons.
Work the aileron up and down several
times to “work in” the hinges and check
for proper movement.
Note:
4) Mix 30 minute epoxy or use Pace PT-
55 hinge glue. Place a sufficient amount of glue
in each of the hinge pockets in one wing panel.
5) Press the aileron and wing together such
that less than a 1/64” hinge line gap exists
between the aileron and wing. The bevels
should virtually touch. Use a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol to wipe away any visible epoxy
around the hinges.
6) Allow the glue to fully cure for at least 6
hours.
7) When fully cured, move each control
surface throughout is travel range serveral
times to break away any epoxy in the hinge.
Be sure to deflect the surface fully.
Epoxy.
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