Unexpected Fix for Both Trim Tabs

Well, I didn't expect this one...  The trim tabs are both built into the elevators from the factory.  Before covering the elevators, the trim tabs need to be cut out.  Simple enough.  After covering the elevators, I also covered the trim tabs separately.  But, when reattaching the trim tabs to their respective positions on the elevators, I discovered a fitment conflict.

So, I it's time to remove the covering and perform some surgery

Transition from trim actuator tube to the trim tab push rod

This is pretty straight forward but I was not able to find any examples on the Bearhawk builders forum or in the plans.  At the bottom of both horizontal stabilizers the trim tab push rod connects to the actuator tube that runs through the ribs of the H Stab.  I wanted to make a hole big enough for access for maintenance/inspection.  I was hoping for a cover with a slit that the tab on the actuator tube could poke through.  But the nut and bolt sit right on the fabric line so the hole is larger than I intended.  I suppose I could have extended the tab to avoid the conflict with the nut and bolt, but I can do that after the bird is flying.  The last pictures show what I am talking about.

Where the push rod and actuator tube connect is where opening will be