Rudder Trim Cable Tension

Checking the tension on the trim cables. The Stinson service manual says it should be 3-7 pounds. Using a T-5 Cable tensiometer with a #1 riser it measured between 2 and 3 on both cables. Going to the chart for a T-5 that makes it about about 7. I’ll leave it there. 

A sharp observer will notice the bottom fabric is on. 

1/8” trim cables

This shows 4 but the photo wasn’t taken straight on

Manual say 3-7 pounds for the trim cables

Guessing 0-5 is 5-10 with a #1 riser, a 3 makes it about 7.

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