Edge rolling needed?

[rightrudder]

Is edge rolling needed for the trailing edge of the horizontal stab skin when you rivet it to the rear spar? I know it's needed when skins overlap, but should I do it in this case? Thanks!

 

[krw5927]

My opinion is that it's not required here but wouldn't hurt. I didn't roll mine, and the skin sat down nicely on the aft edge.

I'm sure you already know that edge rolling isn't all that aggressive. It puts a barely-noticable tweak (technical term) on the edge rather than a sharp bend.

 

[rightrudder]

Thanks, Kurt. I've heard it takes a light touch. I appreciate the input!

 

[fl-mike]

No. Not needed. If you do you will probably introduce waviness in the edge.

 

[rightrudder]

Thanks! I'm convinced to not edge-roll in this instance.