---------------------------------------------------------- Kitfox-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Sat 02/25/12: 1 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 07:49 PM - Re: Routing Of Wiring For S7 SS Trim Actuator (david van lanen) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 07:49:40 PM PST US From: "david van lanen" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Routing Of Wiring For S7 SS Trim Actuator Thanks for your suggestions Lowell. I was hoping to avoid using conduit, as it adds weight, and this is a 2-wire sheathed cable anyway, which provides added stiffness and wire protection. So the bottom stringer idea is a possibility. Am I correct in assuming that you routed your wiring under your baggage compartment? Based on your note regarding the crowded conditions at the seat front, it sounds like it would be best if I only route the wire as far as the rear of the cockpit for now, and then finish the routing to the console when the other systems are in place. Regards, Dave Time: 07:40:21 AM PST US From: "Lowell Fitt" Subject: Re: Kitfox-List: Routing Of Wiring For S7 SS Trim Actuator Routing Of Wiring For S7 SS Trim ActuatorDave, Mine is a Model IV, but I have trim on the rudder and elevator plus the aft position lights there. Just for a couple of ideas, My first Model IV I drilled some cross holes through the bottom stringer that I then tied the wire bundle to. I did the same on a current IV project. That would put the wires where you want them for a console run. I put connectors on the wires so in the event of servo or lighting issues, I could simply unplug the units and put them on the bench. I know of some who have run different types of tubing to the back so wires could be run through it, something like the conduit electricians use. Some have used rigid PVC and others have used the black poly landscaping irrigation tubing. Another guy ran rigid aluminum tubing (maybe 3/8") where he wanted the wires go go and tied the wire to the outside of that. A thought on the console run - it gets quite tight right at the bulkhead at the seat front. you will have flaps, rudder cables, fuel lines and wires going through there. To allow for free control movement and prevent chafing, it will require a bit of planning. Some sort of conduit there might be a good idea. Hope this helps a bit. Lowell From: david van lanen Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 9:58 AM Subject: Kitfox-List: Routing Of Wiring For S7 SS Trim Actuator I am building a Series 7 Super Sport, and I am at the point of installing the electro-mechanical trim actuator. Can anyone who has completed their aircraft provide me with any detailed advice on the best way to route the wiring from the tail through the fuselage to the switch on the console? Thanks, Dave ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Matronics Email List Services ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Post A New Message kitfox-list@matronics.com UN/SUBSCRIBE http://www.matronics.com/subscription List FAQ http://www.matronics.com/FAQ/Kitfox-List.htm Web Forum Interface To Lists http://forums.matronics.com Matronics List Wiki http://wiki.matronics.com Full Archive Search Engine http://www.matronics.com/search 7-Day List Browse http://www.matronics.com/browse/kitfox-list Browse Digests http://www.matronics.com/digest/kitfox-list Browse Other Lists http://www.matronics.com/browse Live Online Chat! http://www.matronics.com/chat Archive Downloading http://www.matronics.com/archives Photo Share http://www.matronics.com/photoshare Other Email Lists http://www.matronics.com/emaillists Contributions http://www.matronics.com/contribution ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- These Email List Services are sponsored solely by Matronics and through the generous Contributions of its members.