How much clearance is needed between the Elevator and Elevator Trim Tab?

[Brett H]

I currently have a minimum clearance of 1/16”.

Is this sufficient or how much should I move the Trim Tab inboard?

Thanks.

Brett H
Columbus, IN

 

[bjdecker]

Trim the pieces circled in green piece flush with the purple lines...

 

[Desert Rat]

you didn't specify which model you're building, but the plans for the RV7 call out 3/16" minimum there. They call out 1/4" gap for the other control surfaces so I made my trim tab gap 1/4" to match everything else.