Adding the Rudder Trim Tab

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n74846

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• May 12, 2019

• #1

I am flying a legacy 12 (2014) that I did not build. I am adding the optional trim tab kit to a newly built rudder to replace the original rudder(a whole other story). I notice a pre-bent angle in the tab. Is this the recommended start point or should the tab be straightened and deflected as needed later? Thanks!

 

DHeal

Well Known Member

• May 12, 2019

• #2

I installed the trim tab as received from the factory and the angle was dead-on perfect for torque compensation. I have not had to adjust it since installation.

 

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Tacco

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• May 12, 2019

• #3

Same here.

 

DaleB

Well Known Member

• May 12, 2019

• #4

Me three. Didn?t need to adjust it at all.

 

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n74846

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• May 12, 2019

• #5

Thanks for the re-assurance!

 

Piper J3

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• May 12, 2019

• #6

Agree that Van's trim tab angle is correct for high-speed level cruise. You will need a couple of pounds of force on right rudder peddle in climb and lightly rest your foot on left rudder peddle in glide to keep ball centered.