Horizontal Stabilizer Rear Spar Finished (10/26/09)

1.2 Hours -

This evening, I was able to finish up the HS rear spar.  I finished riveting the HS-609PP bars to the HS-603PP channels and then riveted on the 8 hinge brackets.  Finally, I found all the hardware needed to bolt the HS-411PP center bearing assembly on to the spar, but I had to stop there because I don’t yet have a torque wrench.

I spent the next thirty minutes searching the internet for a beam style torque wrench that measures in inch-pounds.  I found a few prospects, but I can reach these bolts even after the rear spar is permanently attached to the HS, so I’m not in a rush to purchase.  With any luck, I’ll find one I can borrow.

HS Rear Spar Assembled

Look Ma, no clecoes! For reference, I'm 6'2" and the spar towers over me.

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