Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

All,

I have the smaller version of the edge and have run into an issue. When my elevator is in a nuetral position. I can only get 1 1/4 inches of rudder throw before the rudder contacts the elevator. Recommended low rates are 1 1/2 inches with 3d being 2 1/2 inches. Obviously i am well short of those num,bers. Has anyone else had this problem. i have included pics for reference

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Looks like some trimming and Pearl yellow Ultracote is in order!

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Bummer and its so close too.Go with what deputydog said its the only way now the parts are glued.Looks like you slid the fin into far.Allways measure first,Ive done tha same thing and its not going to happen again.

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

The fin is attached to the fuse from the factory. I will send it back before I start sanding.... Anyone seen this problem

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Yes, had the same problem. I had done a dry assembly and noticed it and found that I had the rudder into the vert. stab. too far and not far enough on the left elev. I was able to get around it.

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Just looked at your pics again, your's looks worse than mine was!

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

What did you do to fix yours Edgeman?

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

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RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

binghamjd:

I have the same problem on mine but I've got mine figured out. check the horz stab and make sure it's completely flush to the side of the fuse. on mine the front rod needed to be bent slightly to make the fit right. once everything fits tight there is plenty of room for travel. let me know if this explanation is not clear enough and I'll try again.

Miloh.

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Thanks Miloh... I am flush as can be. if it isnt too much trouble, I attached a picture measuring the tube the hing line onf the rudder. Does your measure the same?

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

I'll check it as soon as I get in from work this evening.

Miloh.

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

seems to be pretty close

Miloh.

RE: Dave Patrick Edge 540 Rudder throw problem
 

Thanks Miloh. I ask Dave Patrick to do the same thing and he wouldnt. Thanks again