Matt’s RV7 Build Log

Tasks Completed:

• Rolled left elevator leading edges
• Drilled and riveted leading edges
• Fit rod end bearings and jam nuts

Note: There is a badly seated pop rivet on the most outboard leading edge section. I’ll need to go back and repair later. 

This evening the right elevator was completed. I doubled the number of pop rivets in the middle section to create a nice tight edge. I temporarily installed the elevator to the horizontal stab. It was very satisfying to see a moving control surface. I marked approximately where I need to remove some of the outboard edge of the HS to allow the counterbalance arm of the elevator to swing freely. 

Tasks Completed:  

• Drilled out leading edge holes to #30
• Added rivet holes to middle section
• Pop riveted leading edge
• Installed rod end bearings and jam nuts