E-flite RV-9 450 ARF - Manual (Page 19)

19 E-flite RV-9 450 Assembly Manual
 3. Connect the clevises from the flap linkage to the
flap control horns. Do not slide the clevis retainers
into position as the clevises may require adjustment
to position the flaps properly.
 4. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA into each hole to
harden the surrounding wood. This provides a
harder surface, making the screws more secure
when installed.
 5. Prepare the fixed flap servo cover by inserting
a nylon pushrod connector in the hole of the
nylon horn on the cover. Use pliers to secure the
connector using a connector backplate.
 6. Slide the linkage through the pushrod connector.
Position the servo cover and use d #1 Phillips
screwdriver to install the four 2mm x 8mm sheet
metal screws that secure the cover to the wing.
 7. With the aileron in the neutral position, position
the flap linkage so the flaps are aligned with the
ailerons. Check both the left and right flap as it
may be necessary to thread a clevis in or out to
align both flaps at the same time. Once aligned,
#1 Phillips screwdriver and a 2mm x 5mm
machine screw to secure the linkage to the pushrod
connector. Make sure to slide the clevis retainers
over the forks of the clevises to prevent them from
opening accidentally in flight.