I gave the HS problem a little more thought and decided to work the instructions in reverse. That is adjusting the right strut first, measuring and then checking the left side. The HS and vertical are now perpendicular within a knats hair. I will have to trim about an 1/8 “ off of the left side strut threaded end so that it slips into place without forcing it.
I also rigged the actuator today and tested it. It works just fine. No binding at all, so it’s good to go.
Tomorrow I will fit the left strut and put the elevator on.

Thank you all for your help