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Posted for "Bob and Patti Foxwell" <bfoxwell@isd.net>:

I've just checked the archives for info on counterweighting rudders. I
believe I'm overweighted on my ES elevators using the pre-cast weights that
come with the kit. Regarding the rudder, the precast weight is 1/8" big
overall. Lead seems difficult to grind, cut or slice away plus I love the
idea of making up a slurry with epoxy and lead shot or powdered tungsten
and just spooning it thru  a small hole into the c.w. cavity.  Can tungsten
be easily drilled out after paint, etc. is done? Where can I get tungsten.
Can I get the necessary density with lead shot. Thats certainly easier to
obtain.  Thanks. Bob Foxwell

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