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Old 04-03-2011, 01:11 AM
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Default rheostat for flap position

I am having a little difficulty figuring out how to mount the Ray Allen rheostat for the flap position indicator. Anybody out there have suggestions or even a picture of how they mounted theirs? I appreciate the help.
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Old 04-03-2011, 08:16 AM
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Default Mike Starkey's looked good to me

even though I don't have one on mine. Hope this helps.

http://picasaweb.google.com/mikestar...I3D47nVqdKRYw#
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Old 04-03-2011, 09:01 AM
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Default In tunnel

I mounted mine in the tunnel. Fastened it to the side of the tunnel and used RC pushrods and clevis. On the torque tube I fastened the horn with a pipe clamp. You can figure ou how long to make the horn by running the flap and seeing how much it has to move. Drill a couple of holes in the horn for final location. You do not want it going to far and loading up. I like it inside as it will stay dry if stored outside. I am sure someone can post a picture. If not I will Monday when I get to the office.
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Old 04-03-2011, 03:42 PM
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I borrowed this idea from someone; can't remember who. It mount to the flap torque tube, under the left rear foot well close-out panel.

Jim Berry
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Oops! Could not post photo here. See my response to your post on the Matronics list for photo.
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Old 04-03-2011, 07:36 PM
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I would not put the sensor outside the aircraft in the weather. In the tunnel
makes the most sense. Here is a photo in the tunnel as Troy explained.


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