SECTION 10: TAILCONE - Revision history

BDC: /* Modifications to Consider */ Updated links

2026-04-16T14:32:28Z

Modifications to Consider: Updated links

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	* VOR antenna if desired under the tailcone or top of VS		* VOR antenna if desired under the tailcone or top of VS
	** A coax for the VOR antenna -- route a 25ft coax with a male BNC connector to the base of the vertical stabilizer. 25 feet of cable allows an unbroken run all the way to the control panel; each connector results in a drop in signal strength, so the minimum should be used.		** A coax for the VOR antenna -- route a 25ft coax with a male BNC connector to the base of the vertical stabilizer. 25 feet of cable allows an unbroken run all the way to the control panel; each connector results in a drop in signal strength, so the minimum should be used.
	* The tie down ring and the jam nut is not included in the kit.<br>Consider ~~those~~ sources:		* The tie down ring and the jam nut is not included in the kit.<br>Consider these sources:
	** [https://www.cleavelandtool.com/~~collections/all/products~~/stainless-tie-down-ring Cleaveland Tie Down]		** [https://www.cleavelandtool.com/shop/rvtr4-stainless-tie-down-ring-36 Cleaveland Tie Down]
	** [https://marineboltsupply.com/~~Type-18-8-and-Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Nuts~~/~~Type-18-8-and-Type~~-316-~~Stainless-Steel-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Hex-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless~~-~~Steel~~-~~Size~~-3-8-16-~~Hex~~-~~Jam~~-~~Nuts~~ 3/8-16 Stainless Jam Nut at Marine Bolt Supply]		** [https://marineboltsupply.com/products/type-316-stainless-steel-size-3-8-16-hex-jam-nuts?variant=42275483746366 3/8-16 Stainless Jam Nut at Marine Bolt Supply]
	* Consider rudder cables before completing the tailcone. It is much easier to do before the top skin is riveted than to climb inside later.		* Consider rudder cables before completing the tailcone. It is much easier to do before the top skin is riveted than to climb inside later.
	** Complete section 10 up to page 10-21 step 4. Do not rivet the Aft Deck assembly (F-1014) or the Top Skin (F-1075) until you are happy with the wiring.		** Complete section 10 up to page 10-21 step 4. Do not rivet the Aft Deck assembly (F-1014) or the Top Skin (F-1075) until you are happy with the wiring.

43092min: Added builder video section + Video from Minos Pilacoutas

2026-02-03T10:41:54Z

Added builder video section + Video from Minos Pilacoutas

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	* You may need to wire three (or more) systems:		* You may need to wire three (or more) systems:
	** The tail light -- refer to OP-56 for instructions on how to route the wire to the rudder. If you have ZipTips (see [[Wing Tips\|Wing Tips)]], the tail light is optional.		** The tail light -- refer to OP-56 for instructions on how to route the wire to the rudder. If you have ZipTips (see [[Wing Tips\|Wing Tips)]], the tail light is optional.

			=== Builder Videos ===
			Minos Pilacoutas:

			* [https://youtu.be/aHW0B2ivOVY Part 1]

	=== Notes ===		=== Notes ===

Kirkbauer at 01:08, 21 November 2025

2025-11-21T01:08:07Z

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	* Make sure you have enough clecos. During the initial assembly, you will use about 650 clecos.		* Make sure you have enough clecos. During the initial assembly, you will use about 650 clecos.
			* Make sure you have a very strong 3/8" tap and handle because it can be very tough to tap the AEX tie-downs (or consider purchasing [https://cleavelandtool.com/products/threaded-extruded-aex-tie-down-block one that has already been tapped])

	==== Modifications to Consider ====		==== Modifications to Consider ====

Martin: /* Modifications to Consider */

2025-07-28T17:06:04Z

Modifications to Consider

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	* One or two static ports for your pitot-static system		* One or two static ports for your pitot-static system
	* Additional NACA vents if you plan to install an overhead console (Aerosport) with air vents		* Additional NACA vents if you plan to install an overhead console (Aerosport) with air vents. Additional NACA vents aren't needed if you want AC-only air coming out of the overhead console vents.
	* NACA vent controller (Aerosport)		* NACA vent controller (Aerosport). Not needed if you want AC-only air coming out of the overhead console vents.
	* Battery charging connectors or ground power connector outlets		* Battery charging connectors or ground power connector outlets
	* Battery vents if installing a battery with vents		* Battery vents if installing a battery with vents
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	* Consider Page 10-23, Steps 3-5; it will be slightly easier without the skin in the way		* Consider Page 10-23, Steps 3-5; it will be slightly easier without the skin in the way
	* If installing an autopilot yaw servo, consider prepping and riveting that support bracket after completing Page 10-23 Step 5.		* If installing an autopilot yaw servo, consider prepping and riveting that support bracket after completing Page 10-23 Step 5.
	* Consider Page 10-24 Step 3; If you can safely install the F-636 brackets with the associated nuts and bolts before this step it will save you the hassle of climbing into the tailcone later.		* Consider Page 10-24 Step 3; If you can safely install the F-636 brackets with the associated nuts and bolts before this step it will save you the hassle of climbing into the tailcone later. Note: one of the 3 bolts (the one right in front of a rivet) will be in the way when bucking rivets for attaching the top skin.
	* If you already have your finishing kit, consider attaching the rear end of the rear seatbelt cable before riveting the tailcone skins.		* If you already have your finishing kit, consider attaching the rear end of the rear seatbelt cable before riveting the tailcone skins.

Kirkbauer: /* Page 10-23 */Added rear seatbelt note.

2025-07-26T21:13:46Z

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	* If installing an autopilot yaw servo, consider prepping and riveting that support bracket after completing Page 10-23 Step 5.		* If installing an autopilot yaw servo, consider prepping and riveting that support bracket after completing Page 10-23 Step 5.
	* Consider Page 10-24 Step 3; If you can safely install the F-636 brackets with the associated nuts and bolts before this step it will save you the hassle of climbing into the tailcone later.		* Consider Page 10-24 Step 3; If you can safely install the F-636 brackets with the associated nuts and bolts before this step it will save you the hassle of climbing into the tailcone later.
			* If you already have your finishing kit, consider attaching the rear end of the rear seatbelt cable before riveting the tailcone skins.

	Step 4 - Check whether the AN3-5A bolts to hold down the Bell Crank Angles are in fact the proper bolts. Builders are reporting that those are too long. Note: In general, no more than 3 washers can be stacked to compensate for too long bolts.		Step 4 - Check whether the AN3-5A bolts to hold down the Bell Crank Angles are in fact the proper bolts. Builders are reporting that those are too long. Note: In general, no more than 3 washers can be stacked to compensate for too long bolts.

Martin at 14:19, 19 April 2025

2025-04-19T14:19:17Z

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	* Modifications to the battery tray if you plan to install alternate contactor(s), a battery bus, etc.		* Modifications to the battery tray if you plan to install alternate contactor(s), a battery bus, etc.
	* Autopilot pitch and yaw servo brackets		* Autopilot pitch and yaw servo brackets
	** If you intend on installing a yaw damper as part of your autopilot package, you are encouraged to think about the mounting hardware for it while you are building the tailcone, as access is much easier NOW than later. See this page for more details: ~~https://rv10.org/index.php?title=~~Yaw_Damper_Servo		** If you intend on installing a yaw damper as part of your autopilot package, you are encouraged to think about the mounting hardware for it while you are building the tailcone, as access is much easier NOW than later. See this page for more details: [[Yaw_Damper_Servo]]
	* Mounting bracket for your magnetometer if you plan to install in the tailcone		* Mounting bracket for your magnetometer if you plan to install in the tailcone
	** [https://www.steinair.com/product/gmu-11-fuselage-mount/ GMU11 top of tailcone]		** [https://www.steinair.com/product/gmu-11-fuselage-mount/ GMU11 top of tailcone]
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	Step 5 - This is the ideal time to prep and temporarily install the autopilot pitch and/or yaw servo brackets. The entire F-1035 top plate needs to come off later when you thread in the two push-rods through this opening. Don't mount the servos yet, just the pitch/yaw damper servo brackets.		Step 5 - This is the ideal time to prep and temporarily install the autopilot pitch and/or yaw servo brackets. The entire F-1035 top plate needs to come off later when you thread in the two push-rods through this opening. Don't mount the servos yet, just the pitch/yaw damper servo brackets.

	[[~~index.php?title=~~Category:Hints]]		[[Category:Hints]]

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2025-03-09T05:44:21Z

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	==== Page 10-14 ====		==== Page 10-14 ====
	See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9146740468780304/ FB thread] on edge distance issues with the shoulder harness mounting holes.		See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9146740468780304/ FB thread] on potential edge distance issues with the shoulder harness mounting holes.

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2025-03-09T05:43:59Z

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	See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9146740468780304/ FB thread on edge distance issues with the shoulder harness mounting holes.		See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9146740468780304/ FB thread] on edge distance issues with the shoulder harness mounting holes.

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2025-03-09T05:43:41Z

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	There is a service bulletin (https://www.vansaircraft.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sb18-03-30.pdf ) for the elevator stop (F-1012D). As mentioned in this YouTube build video (https://youtu.be/g5ONB4e28TI ), Van's did send the required material to create the new part with the rest of the kit (subkit #5), but did not update the plans to reflect the service bulletin.		There is a service bulletin (https://www.vansaircraft.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sb18-03-30.pdf ) for the elevator stop (F-1012D). As mentioned in this YouTube build video (https://youtu.be/g5ONB4e28TI ), Van's did send the required material to create the new part with the rest of the kit (subkit #5), but did not update the plans to reflect the service bulletin.

			==== Page 10-14 ====
			See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9146740468780304/ FB thread on edge distance issues with the shoulder harness mounting holes.

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Kirkbauer at 14:34, 23 February 2025

2025-02-23T14:34:58Z

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	** If you intend on installing a yaw damper as part of your autopilot package, you are encouraged to think about the mounting hardware for it while you are building the tailcone, as access is much easier NOW than later. See this page for more details: https://rv10.org/index.php?title=Yaw_Damper_Servo		** If you intend on installing a yaw damper as part of your autopilot package, you are encouraged to think about the mounting hardware for it while you are building the tailcone, as access is much easier NOW than later. See this page for more details: https://rv10.org/index.php?title=Yaw_Damper_Servo
	* Mounting bracket for your magnetometer if you plan to install in the tailcone		* Mounting bracket for your magnetometer if you plan to install in the tailcone
			** [https://www.steinair.com/product/gmu-11-fuselage-mount/ GMU11 top of tailcone]
			** [https://www.steinair.com/product/gmu-11-aft-deck-mount/ GMU11 aft deck]
			** [https://www.steinair.com/product/gmu-22-fuselage-mount/ GMU22 top of tailcone]
	* Mounting bracket for your ELT		* Mounting bracket for your ELT
			** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/whelen-pwr-mount-10-l-strobe-supply-mount-whelen-pwr-mount-10-l.html Left] or [https://store.vansaircraft.com/whelen-pwr-mount-10-r-strobe-supply-mount-whelen-pwr-mount-10-r.html Right]
	* Mounting bracket for any other avionics that you want in the tailcone		* Mounting bracket for any other avionics that you want in the tailcone
	* VOR antenna if desired under the tailcone		* VOR antenna if desired under the tailcone or top of VS
	* ~~Vans also sells a mounting bracket that fits in~~ the RV-~~10 tailcone (https://rv10.org/index.php?title=File:Screen_Shot_2022~~-~~03-24_at_11.50.50_AM.png) that is perfect for~~ a ~~spot~~ to ~~mount additional hardware~~. ~~It's much easier~~ to ~~install earlier~~ in the ~~build process than later~~.		** A coax for the VOR antenna -- route a 25ft coax with a male BNC connector to the base of the vertical stabilizer. 25 feet of cable allows an unbroken run all the way to the control panel; each connector results in a drop in signal strength, so the minimum should be used.
	* The tie down ring and the jam nut is not included in the kit.<br>Consider those sources:		* The tie down ring and the jam nut is not included in the kit.<br>Consider those sources:
	** [https://www.cleavelandtool.com/collections/all/products/stainless-tie-down-ring Cleaveland Tie Down]		** [https://www.cleavelandtool.com/collections/all/products/stainless-tie-down-ring Cleaveland Tie Down]
	** [https://marineboltsupply.com/Type-18-8-and-Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Nuts/Type-18-8-and-Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Hex-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Size-3-8-16-Hex-Jam-Nuts 3/8-16 Stainless Jam Nut at Marine Bolt Supply]		** [https://marineboltsupply.com/Type-18-8-and-Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Nuts/Type-18-8-and-Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Hex-Jam-Thin-Nuts/Type-316-Stainless-Steel-Size-3-8-16-Hex-Jam-Nuts 3/8-16 Stainless Jam Nut at Marine Bolt Supply]
	* Consider ~~electrical wiring and~~ rudder cables before completing the tailcone. It is much easier to do before the top skin is riveted than to climb inside later.		* Consider rudder cables before completing the tailcone. It is much easier to do before the top skin is riveted than to climb inside later.
	** Complete section 10 up to page 10-21 step 4. Do not rivet the Aft Deck assembly (F-1014) or the Top Skin (F-1075) until you are happy with the wiring.		** Complete section 10 up to page 10-21 step 4. Do not rivet the Aft Deck assembly (F-1014) or the Top Skin (F-1075) until you are happy with the wiring.
	** If you don't have the fuselage kit yet, you can purchase the rudder cables (F-1053) from Vans for about $110~~, then later have them deleted from~~ the ~~fuselage kit.~~		** If you don't have the fuselage kit yet, you can purchase the rudder cables (F-1053) from Vans for about $110. The reduction in future frustration might be worth the cost!
	**Follow the instructions in section 38 (page 38-8) on how to install the rudder cables. Install the cables through F-1008, and coil them for later between F-1007 & F-1008.		**Follow the instructions in section 38 (page 38-8) on how to install the rudder cables. Install the cables through F-1008, and coil them for later between F-1007 & F-1008.
	** You ~~will~~ need to wire three (or more) systems:		* You may need to wire three (or more) systems:
	*** The tail light -- refer to OP-56 for instructions on how to route the wire to the rudder. If you have ZipTips (see [[Wing Tips\|Wing Tips)]], the tail light is optional.		** The tail light -- refer to OP-56 for instructions on how to route the wire to the rudder. If you have ZipTips (see [[Wing Tips\|Wing Tips)]], the tail light is optional.
	*** The trim motor and sensor.
	*** A coax for the VOR antenna -- route a 25ft coax with a male BNC connector to the base of the vertical stabilizer. 25 feet of cable allows an unbroken run all the way to the control panel; each connector results in a drop in signal strength, so the minimum should be used.
	** (More to come.)

	=== Notes ===		=== Notes ===