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5.63.
TAIL ROTOR FORK CLAMP AND LOCKING PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (AVIM) continued
5.63.3. Removal
CAUTION
Exercise extreme care and undertake
protective measures when handling or
performing any type of maintenance
on the tail rotor fork. All surface areas
are critical. Scratches measuring
0.001 INCH in depth or greater in the
base area or 0.005 INCH in depth or
greater in the fork area will render this
part unserviceable.
To prevent damage to tail rotor fork,
ensure that work area is clean and that
part is placed on a soft and adequately
protected working surface.
NOTE
Wear clean gloves (item 82, App F) when
handling fork.
a. Remove clamp plates (1) and (2) from tail rotor
fork (3).
(1) Remove four nuts (4), washers (5), and
screws (6).
(2) Lightly tap plates (1) and (2) until adhesive
bond is broken. Use mallet.
(3) Remove plates (1) and (2) from fork (3).
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