Rudder cable exit

[mulwyk]

I'm gonna need a couple holes for the rudder cables (duh) when I recover. Anyone know a good way to mark the rudder cable exit location?

[taylorcraftbc65]

Re: Rudder cable exit

Bob,
If you want, I could measure forward from the sternpost to where my rudder cables exit the skin, and then measure up from the lower longeron. You could use those two measurements to locate where to put your through holes. I have a 1940 BC-65, I don't know what you have, or if it would be in a different place. Brie

[Carl E. Carson]

Re: Rudder cable exit

Bob: I would be interested in those measurements also. If you wish you can post them or send a PM to: [email protected]

Thanks,

Carl Carson

[Winston L.]

Re: Rudder cable exit

I just did that on my airplane. Measure forward 25 1/2 inches forward from the center line of the lower rudder hinge and 7 inches up from the bottom surface of the fuselage and you will have it.

These measurements worked on two different aircraft.

[Carl E. Carson]

Re: Rudder cable exit

Winston: Thanks for the measurements for rudder cable exit points.

Carl

[taylorcraftbc65]

Re: Rudder cable exit

Mine are 25 1/4 forward, and 7 1/4 up. Brie

[barnstmr]

Re: Rudder cable exit

Advice - keep the holes as small as possible. Potential entry point for moisture.

My father-in-law's BC65 rarely sits outside in the elements. last week at Blakesburg, though it sat out through several nites of heavy Dew. We noticed moisture inside the fuselage belly dampness collecting in the area aft of the holes in fabric where rudder cables penetrate. We think the moisture came in there.

[Winston L.]

Re: Rudder cable exit

I used, black vinyl, tear-drop shaped patches to make a tight exit hole for the cable.