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Cutting CA Hinges & Re-Installing Elevator

Old 12-10-2002 | 04:04 PM
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OK, I goofed, sort of. I mounted my elevator to tight, resulting in restricted movement on my H9US. It is a one piece elevator with 3hinges per side. I have a hinge slotter. My question is - Is there anything special to watch out for here, or do I just get in there with a blade and slice the hinges in half and cut new slots "BESIDE" the old hinges? Will the CA wick correctly and stick good, or do I need move along the surface and put the new hinges in an entirely new area. thanks.
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locate the new slots close but not right next to the old slots. the CA can harden the balsa but if you relocate them about 1/4" away the would should be untainted by CA.

Just cut the old off and sand down any material that is protuding and you will be fine
Old 12-11-2002 | 04:54 PM
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And read this:

http://www.rcuniverse.com/reviews.ph...ew&reviewid=55

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