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mp.gamble(at)talktalk.net
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 Posted: Fri Feb 10, 2012 9:09 am Post subject: rudder pedal adjustment |
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I need to get rid of the extra back cushion and bring the rudder pedals aft to accommodate my short legs. Am I right in thinking that shortening the cables will result in the pedals no longer aligning themselves in the neutral position as is required in the manual? Looking at the geometry with the stb pivot aft of the port I see the port pedal being left behind the port as both cables are shortened.
Before I start tinkering I would be glad to hear what others have done.
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Mike Gamble
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| Posted: Fri Feb 10, 2012 1:27 pm Post subject: Rudder Pedal Adjustment |
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Re-sent with corrections for clarity!!
I need to get rid of the extra back cushion and bring the rudder pedals aft to accommodate my short legs. Am I right in thinking that shortening the cables will result in the pedals no longer aligning themselves in the neutral position as is required in the manual? Looking at the geometry with the stb pedal pivot aft of the port I see the port pedal being left behind the stb as both cables are shortened.
Before I start tinkering I would be glad to hear what others have done.
Thanks
Mike Gamble
XS Mono
G-CFMP
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craigb(at)onthenet.com.au
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| Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2012 12:23 am Post subject: Rudder Pedal Adjustment |
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I put the turn buckles in mine, both cables, so I adjust both together, keep in mind the springs at the front,
if you shorten up a lot you may need longer springs. I locked the rudder and then did the cables so the pedals are visually
the same. Seemed to work ok, I still have full travel stop to stop, Mind you you may want a rubber block under the pedals
so you cant “Over Travel” the pedals when using full rudder.
Regards
Craig
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| Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2012 12:56 am Post subject: Rudder Pedal Adjustment |
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Hi Mike,
How is it for size if you sit in the right seat ?
Those pedals are ''flat'' as opposed to the cranked forward ones on the left, if that geometry works for you, get a pair of right hand pedals and swap 'em ?
All you will need is a couple of spanners, [and ideally some limit stops set just past full rudder travel, from the footwell front face]?
Cheers,
Nev
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| Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2012 9:15 am Post subject: Rudder Pedal Adjustment |
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Thanks Nev, I had not thought of changing the pedals and I have already been offered a set from Ian. I’ll check that out.
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mp.gamble(at)talktalk.net
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| Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2012 9:20 am Post subject: Rudder Pedal Adjustment |
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Thanks Craig, I shall either shorten the cables or replace the pedals. I think the cables will be an easier job. As soon as our arctic weather allows me to get into my garage I’ll do some serious measuring.
Mike
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Subject: RE: Rudder Pedal Adjustment
I put the turn buckles in mine, both cables, so I adjust both together, keep in mind the springs at the front,
if you shorten up a lot you may need longer springs. I locked the rudder and then did the cables so the pedals are visually
the same. Seemed to work ok, I still have full travel stop to stop, Mind you you may want a rubber block under the pedals
so you cant “Over Travel” the pedals when using full rudder.
Regards
Craig
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