Prior to deciding to relocate the static line to the back side of the pilot’s seat rib quite a few measurements were taken and it appeared there would be no conflicts with the rudder cable as long as the static air line remained low and then swooped up and crossed the rudder cable just aft of the “box” for the flaperon mixer arm pivot point. One truly never knows until the parts are installed ... but this proved to be true because at the point where the static line crosses the rudder cable, the rudder cable is in a protective plastic sleeve so there will be no chafing on the static air line.
Each F-1239 rudder cable comes pre-made with two plastic sleeves on each cable. The 11 1/2" plastic sleeve is attached onto the forward portion of the seat rib with three Adel clamps and becomes a tubular guide for the rudder cable in this area. I know there are fellow builders that are also planning to install a static line for backup instruments. I made a point of taking a couple of extra detailed photos for aids should you decide to utilize the same static line routing.
This is a photo using an inspection mirror placed underneath the area where the static line crosses the left F-1293 rudder cable assembly. One can see the static line is well clear of the moving rudder cable.
Overall, I’m very pleased with the way the static line is now installed and clear of moving control system components.
Oh, have been forgetting to post photos of some thumbwheel ratchet wrenches I picked up a while back. These are great for in between the ribs to snug bolts and nuts that, if using a ratchet wrench, one only has enough room to get one click at a time. Using a thumbwheel ratchet wrench truly reduces the amount of time spent bending over when installing or removing the hardware in tight places.
