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Section 6: Hinging the ElevatorsParts Needed• Fuselage assembly• Left and right elevator halves• Hinges (6)Tools and Adhesives Needed• Thin CA• CA remover/debonder• T-pinsStep 2. Remove the T-pins and push the elevators up againstthe stabilizer until there is only a slight gap (1/32" or less) at thehinge line.Caution: The hinges included with the J-3 <strong>Cub</strong> are madeof a special material that allows the thin CA to "wick" orpenetrate and distribute throughout the hinge, securelybonding them to the wood structure. It is imperative thatyou properly secure the hinges in place per these instructionsusing high quality thin CA glue.Step 3. Deflect the elevators down and, using high-quality thinCA glue, completely saturate each hinge.Step 1. Locate the left and right elevator halves and CA hinges.Place a T-pin in the center of each hinge and slide the hingesinto the horizontal stabilizer until the T-pin is against the trailingedge as shown.18
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