> >"Hey Guys, Looks like I'll be doing Rudder stops as an afterthought. >What's the best place and method for this ?" +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
When it comes to stress loads on the control systems in my KR, I'm convinced the greatest source would be if the control surfaces are stopped and the input end is capable of additional input, especially the rudder system. My rudder pedals are spring loaded to the firewall to center / tension the cables. My rudder does no flop back and forth on the ground as a Cessna or RV would do as their cables go slack without the pilot's feet on the rudder pedals. If the wind is moving the ailerons or elevator on the ground, it seldom does, I can lock them with the seat belt to the stick. There is no way to eliminate air loads on the system in flight but they are very light and have nothing to do with system stops as the surfaces only move a few degrees in normal flight mode. I can't imagine a flight condition where the air loads on the surfaces will overpower pilot input and the surface would contact a stop at the control surface. The only time control stops are an issue is at maximum deflection which is seldom. Where are the system loads originating from at that point, the control surface or the input end? Consider your system setup and put the stops where you think best. I'm convinced the pilot is capable of stressing the system more than any flight loads so my stops are on the input end. As always, your results may vary. :-) Larry Flesner
