The rudder is now fitted between the metal U shaped "tangs".
and these are slid into the correct positions.
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The holes for the bolts to fit through the tangs
need to be carefully drilled and for this a set square is used to make sure the drill is upright.
Half a hole was drilled from one side then the other half drilled from the reverse side to create a clean straight channel.
The bolts are then temporarily secured .
The tangs can now be spot welded to hold their correct position prior to full welding later.
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We all felt another important milestone had been achieved on the coldest day of the year so far !
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