Matt’s RV7 Build Log

Tonight I was able to get the trim tab clecoed into position on the left elevator. I am within 1/32″ of the trailing and inboard edges which I am pleased with. It looks as if the travel needed will be within spec once I get the bottom of the trim tab bend to clear the rivets in the elevator.

Tasks Completed:

• Match drilled the forward hinge to the left elevator assembly
• Trimmed inboard edge of hinge

–Match drilled E610P and E702
–Clecoed E703 and 704 together
–Matchdrilled them to E702
–Shaped E714 and clecoed E713 into place.

NOTE: E610PP holes don’t quit align with E702 holes.They appear to be 1/32″ off. I emailed Van’s. They said if I can get the clecos on without distorting the spar, then its probably ok to drill. Build on…2 hours

I took my time on these parts to make sure I wasn’t overlooking something. 

Tasks Completed:

• Match drilled HS608 and 609
• Match drilled HS412 and 413 hinge brackets
• Match drilled HS 411BFirst drilling tonight.