Robert M
Well Known Member
The instructions for the removing the vernier control plunger from the manual elevator trim cable say to: "Pry up the rubber button with a small screwdriver. Work carefully because the button is held with and adhesive and it is possible to damage the handle."
Okay, first of all, the adhesive holding the rubber button in place is the greatest on the planet. That rubber button does not just pry out - not at all. I followed Van's recommended procedure and after all is said and done it was a mess. The only thing keeping that rod in place IS the rubber top. If I had known this to begin with, I would have simply cut a small slit (1/4") in the top of the rubber button and used a pair of needle nose pliers to pull the rod out through the opening. I expect that once the rod is out the slit would close up and you'd never see the opening again, AND the control knob would remain unscathed.
Just an idea!?
Okay, first of all, the adhesive holding the rubber button in place is the greatest on the planet. That rubber button does not just pry out - not at all. I followed Van's recommended procedure and after all is said and done it was a mess. The only thing keeping that rod in place IS the rubber top. If I had known this to begin with, I would have simply cut a small slit (1/4") in the top of the rubber button and used a pair of needle nose pliers to pull the rod out through the opening. I expect that once the rod is out the slit would close up and you'd never see the opening again, AND the control knob would remain unscathed.
Just an idea!?