Trio Avionics Wing Servo Mount Installation for RV-4 and RV-6 - Manual

RV-4 / RV-6 Wingtip Servo Installation Kit
Thank you for purchasing the Trio Avionics Wingtip Servo Installation Kit. This guide provides a general
overview for installation of the autopilot servo in Van’s RV-4 and RV-6 series aircraft. Specific techniques may
be varied by the builder. If you have any questions or suggestions for improvement regarding this Guide,
please write to us at [email protected]
Getting Ready:
Time required to install this kit
will vary by aircraft as existing electrical system and
existing wire runs determine what needs to be done. In
general, you should allocate from 6 to 12 hours and it can
typically be done over a weekend.
Techniques may be varied by the builder; this document is
only intended to provide a general guide.
AVOID ERRORS – READ THIS GUIDE BEFORE STARTING
Servo
Push tube To control
stick
Tools:
No special tools are
required for this installation; general
shop tools are sufficient for
completion. Tools that may be helpful
are:
• Small air-powered drill motor
• Cable drill
• Pin crimper for Molex type
connector pins
Kit contents:
- One reinforcement PLATE
- One reinforcement ANGLE
- Push/pull tube (already assembled)
- Attachment hardware
- Two aileron bellcrank tabs
- Installation guide
Note:
This kit does not contain wire, terminals, or any
materials required for the electrical hook-up of the servo.
You can easily wire the servo according to the schematics
included with your autopilot documentation.
Trio offers a complete, ready to use, wiring harness for the
autopilot servos, image at right. More information can be
found at www.trioavionics.com.