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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> << Lancair Builders' Mail List >> <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >> tools.. they make our life easier and some times let us do things better! we all want to make the rudder attachment points access holes as small as possible, so they aren't seen when the control surface is straight or slightly turned. the problem lies when you need to TURN that bolt/nut to attach the rudder.. the best ratchet I own has a 7^o "click" and that makes for a big hole.. Well, while pondering life, Mike Mahar handed me the smallest ratchet I've ever seen! it lets one slowly tighten at 1^o! This makes for a small hole and a great looking rudder! http://rob.com/lancair/2001.06/P6190979.jpg Also seen are pins that slide in and out for quick removal of the rudder while we get that body work perfect. And a bolt holder that makes dropping them in a breeze. tools... cool looking, fun, and make the building experience more enjoyable.. ask your local tool and die shop for them. Also, if you have taken photos of your building progress, pls consider putting them on the web to share with others. I have a simple system where you can upload images, click on a link that automatically makes thumbnails and builds an index. email me what you want for a username/passwd and I'll walk you though how to share your experience. heck, even those RV tin cans are welcome! On the elevator thread, in level flight with 3/4 gas Mike's 4 looks like http://rob.com/ryan/p6080795.jpg Rob >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> LML website: http://www.olsusa.com/Users/Mkaye/maillist.html LML Builders' Bookstore: http://www.buildersbooks.com/lancair Please send your photos and drawings to marvkaye@olsusa.com. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>