Here are two of the hinges being prepared for mounting. It's critical that the hinges by straight and lined up properly. Otherwise, the elevator could be restricted in it's motion. Note to other Sportsman builders: A music stand is a great way to hold the instruction manual. Keeps it up out of the metal shavings, and countless items that accumulate on the table, gets it out of the way, and you don't have to bend over to read it. I havn't figured out a way to keep from misreading the manual however. I'm sure this never happens to you other guys, but it's amazing how often I read something three times, but don't understand the meaning until I have screwed it up. Not the fault of the manual...just the nut behind the wheel.