Elevator Control Rod

[Chucker]

Fred,

I noticed in you detailed photos that you installed a pivot point for your elevator control rod where the plans have a simple bushing support.

Was there a problem with the original configuration?

John

 

[soneraii]

I too use an idler instead of the bushing the plans call for and it works fine, no friction, moves effortlessly. I had the bushing originally and there was a slight bit of binding caused by the movement of the elevator horn as it moved within a small arc.

Kevin

 

[Round Engines]

I used one of these. Cheap as chips and works superb. Absolutely no friction at all I can send a pic of the finished install if you need.

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/appages/pushrodguide.php?clickkey=2363244

If the link doesn't work the part number is 05-01110

 

[Chucker]

Thanks!

I found Fred's old newsletter article about why he built the idler. I don't have interference problems...but will check on the binding and other issues.

Thanks for your ideas!

 

[schines]

Flyingant,
That seems like a good idea. I would like to see a picture of it installed to see how you did it. Thanks,
Scott

 

[Round Engines]

Here's a couple of pics prior to welding. If you need any more let me know.