Spent some time trying to figure out how to align the vert stab with the rear of the fuselage. Eventually, I used two levels, one stuck to the fuse and one stuck to the vert stab. I lifted the fuse in the rotisserie until the rear of the fuse was vertical. Then I adjusted the vertical stab until it matched the bubble on the fuse.
Once I was satisfied that the vert stab was aligned with the fuse correctly, I drilled the 3/16" hole for the front of the vertical stab setting it's position. Inserted the bolt with washer and nylon lock nut without tightening it. Drilled the two holes in the rear vertical stab post to accept the two CCP44 stainless rivets. I did not permanently attach the vertical stab. I will wait so I can rotate the fuse upside down to cover the bottom. I would not be able to do this with the vert. stab attached. Once the bottom is coverted, I will permanently attach it.
I verified the alignment by attaching the rudder and checking for smooth, easy movment throughout it's range of motion. Check.
