Class Politics Fixed Rudder?

[ScottH]

Is it legal to have the rudder fixed at the maximum allowable angle, so that it no longer retracts?

 

[fracisco]

Is it legal to have the rudder fixed at the maximum allowable angle, so that it no longer retracts?

That is called tightening the bolt and nut. I am not aware of a rule requiring the rudder blade to be able to move while inserted into the rudder head.