Can't see the pictured, so... >> Aside from the back of the control column, there does not seem to be any restriction for the movement of the rudder pedals aft. Obviously, the springs will contain the rudder pedals when they are installed. I am concerned about how to establish the neutral position of the pedals from the surface the toe board and how tension is established.<<
There is no tension other than that provided by the springs, and your feet. The rudder control is an "open" system. Neutral position and centering is handles by the cable length adjustment. >> The drawing calls out for fairleads to be attached to the holes (presumably to protect the cables passing there. What the heck is a fairlead? The material is some sort of fiberboard. Where can I get the material?<< Exactly right. The fairlead protects the cable from abrasion. They are generally made from Bakelite or nylon. They are available new. >> The inboard rudder can travel much farther than the outboard rudder which is limited in its travel by the elevator. How exactly does this work? Do the rudder pedals govern the complete travel of the inboard rudder? If so, how is the outboard rudder limited in its travel? How can I ensure that the rudder pedals are operating as designed?<< The asymmetry is governed by the geometry of the rudder bellcrank in the tail. You don't need to do anything other than adjust the cables correctly. John Cooper Skyport Services 518 797-3064 www.skyportservices.net
