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AndyMillin at 15:48, 18 December 2018

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AndyMillin: Updated information on installing the ASSES

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Updated information on installing the ASSES

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AndyMillin at 15:43, 10 July 2018

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-=== Dugas/Millin ASSES (AntiSlop Stick Extra Support) ===
+=== Millin/Dugas ASSES (AntiSlop Stick Extra Support) ===
 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.

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 The aileron torque tube in the keel is 3/4" O.D. aluminum.  The factory has produced a couple designs for attaching the control stick to this tube.  The original design simply used a bolt connecting the control stick to the torque tube.  The later design uses an arm welded to the control stick to capture both sides of the torque tube.  With the arm the factory also installed a brass insert bushing in the torque tube.
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 Here are some of the modifications owners have made to address the control slop.
-=== Control Stick Enhancement ===
+=== Agnew Solution ===
 This tip for improving the way the standard center control stick mounting/support again comes from Jim Agnew.  Jim_agnew_2 at yahoo dot com
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+=== Brainard Solution ===
-Jerry Brainard and Renè Dugas took a slightly different approach.  They saw the problem as a matter of attaching to the torque tube.  Instead of depending on the brass bushing inside the tube they fabricated a clamp.  The clamp positively grabs the torque tube and provides a larger, flat surface for the control stick to ride against.
+Jerry Brainard took a slightly different approach.  He saw the problem as a matter of attaching to the torque tube.  Instead of depending on the brass bushing inside the tube he fabricated a clamp.  The clamp positively grabs the torque tube and provides a larger, flat surface for the control stick to ride against.
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+=== Dugas/Millin ASSES (AntiSlop Stick Extra Support) ===
 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.
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-=== Side Sticks ===
+------------------------------
 [[Image:N77ly sidestick.jpg|thumb|right|150px|N77LY Side Sticks]]Go to the Side Sticks page to see aircraft modified to use side stick controls rather than the standard center stick.
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-=== Yokes ===
+== Yokes ==
 [[Image:N2059u3.jpg|thumb|right|150px|N2059U Flight Yokes]]Go to the Yokes page to see SUV and other aircraft fitted with flight yokes.
 [[Yokes]]

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 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.
-To install the block, first remove the 1/4" through bolt.  This will free the stick from the aileron torque tube.  It is possible to complete the install without disconnecting the grip, wiring and the elevator.  It will probably be easier if the stick is removed as it needs to be modified.
+To install the block, first remove the AN4 Through Bolt.  This will free the stick from the aileron torque tube.  It is possible to complete the install without disconnecting the grip, wiring and the elevator.  It will probably be easier if the stick is completely removed as it needs to be modified.
 The stick comes with a U shaped saddle.  See picture at the top of this page.  The top and outer leg of the saddle must be '''completely''' removed to install the block.  Leave the flat piece of steel welded to the side of the stick.  The flat steel will work against the aluminum block -- flat against flat.

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 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.
-The stick comes with a U shaped saddle.  The top and outer leg of the saddle must be removed to install the block.  This leaves a flat piece of steel to work against the new aluminum block.  The screws are installed with locktite.  The cross bolt and stick-to-block surfaces received a small amount of anti-seize.
+To install the block, first remove the 1/4" through bolt.  This will free the stick from the aileron torque tube.  It is possible to complete the install without disconnecting the grip, wiring and the elevator.  It will probably be easier if the stick is removed as it needs to be modified.
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 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.
-The stick comes with a U shaped saddle.  The top and outer leg of the saddle must be removed to install the block.  This leaves a flat piece of steel to work against the new aluminum block.  The screws are installed with locktite.  The cross bolt and stick to block surfaces received a small amount of anti-seize.
+The stick comes with a U shaped saddle.  The top and outer leg of the saddle must be removed to install the block.  This leaves a flat piece of steel to work against the new aluminum block.  The screws are installed with locktite.  The cross bolt and stick-to-block surfaces received a small amount of anti-seize.
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 Brainard Control Stick Support 2.jpg|Brainard solution installed.  Notice the pieces are bolted and clamped against the torque tube and control stick.
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 The following .pdf is a hand drawing of the Dugas solution.
 [[File:Control stick support Velo - Aug 4 2017 - 2-20 PM.pdf|thumbnail|Control stick support Velo - Aug 4 2017 - 2-20 PM.pdf]]
 Andy Millin created a support block based upon the Dugas solution.  The block captures the bushing and clamps to the torque tube.  It is made from 2024 aluminum.  The supports are re-purposed 3/4" aluminum double split shaft collars.
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+Torque_Tube_Block_5.jpg|Completely remove top and outside of saddle.
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+Torque Tube Block 1.JPG
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-Torque_Tube_Support_2.jpg
+Torque_Tube_Block_2.jpg
-Torque_Tube_Support_3.jpg
+Torque_Tube_Block_3.jpg
-Torque_Tube_Support_4.jpg
+Torque_Tube_Block_4.jpg
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+Torque_Tube_Block_5.jpg
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