Return-Path: Received: from www.laf.oceanenergy.com ([206.97.189.62]) by truman.olsusa.com (Post.Office MTA v3.5.1 release 219 ID# 0-52269U2500L250S0V35) with ESMTP id com for ; Mon, 3 May 1999 09:14:55 -0400 Received: by OEINT_LAF1.oceanenergy.com with Internet Mail Service (5.5.1960.3) id <2PS9BNYZ>; Mon, 3 May 1999 08:10:14 -0500 Message-ID: From: "Westphal, D. (Dana)" To: "'lancair.list@olsusa.com'" Subject: Elevator Counterbalance Date: Mon, 3 May 1999 08:10:11 -0500 X-Mailing-List: lancair.list@olsusa.com Mime-Version: 1.0 <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> << Lancair Builders' Mail List >> <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >> After striving to "perfect" the aesthetics and gaps between the inboard elevator CB arm and the HS, I dread the idea of having to drill out lead or add more during the final counterbalance. As such, I called Lancair and asked if the lead could be added or subtracted from the outboard side of the CB arm, especially since I have not yet "prettied up" that area (saving it for the end, fearing "hanger rash", etc.). They said that they didn't see why not. Also, I've heard different opinions as to whether the 2 BID added to the inboard CB face (per my manual) is really needed if holes are never drilled through it (if not needed, I'll save the weight). Have any of you struggled with or reconciled this? Additionally, I am seeking any tips for achieving the 45 degree "bevel" at the trailing edge of the HS (as per the manual). Is there any easy way to do this, or is the "eyeball" sanding method the only way? Thanks for any help. Dana Westphal 360 MKII ("nit pickin" da tail, cuz dats da only parts I got) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> LML homepage: http://www.olsusa.com/Users/Mkaye/maillist.html