E-flite Stearman PT-17 15e ARF - Manual (Page 9)

Ο 4. Use a pair of pliers to place a bend in the rudder
pushrod so that the threaded end is 1/2-inch from
the fuselage side.
Ο 5. Use a pair of sidecutters to prepare a control horn
for the rudder by cutting off one corner.
Ο 6. Install a silicone keeper and clevis on the rudder
pushrod so that the clevis pin is aligned with the
rudder hinge line.
Ο 7. Connect the clevis to the control horn. Hold the
control horn in position against the rudder and
mark the screw locations with a felt-tipped pen.
Ο 8. Use the marks and the control horn as reference to
drill the mounting holes with a pin vise and 1/16-
inch drill bit.
Ο 9. Apply 1 - 2 drops of thin CA to each screw hole to
strengthen the wood and stop it from crushing.
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