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6.142.
TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX FORWARD STRUT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION – continued
c. Check strut surface for axial scratches.
(1) Axial scratches not to exceed 0.002 INCH in
depth. Use depth gage.
(2) Axial scratches less than 0.002 INCH may be
blended out. Use depth gage.
d. Check rod end bearing for play.
(1) Maximum allowable play shall be 0.010 INCH
in any direction. Use depth gage.
e. Check strut, rod end bearing, and strut clevis
for corrosion and erosion of surface finish
(para 1.49).
6.142.6. Installation
a. Install strut (1) on fitting (7). Torque nut (9) to
300 INCH-POUNDS.
(1) Position clevis (12) on fitting (7) with bushing
side of clevis (12) facing aft.
(2) Install bushing (11) in clevis (12).
(3) Install bolt (8) through clevis (12) and fitting
(7) from opposite side of bushing (11).
(4) Install washer (10) and new nut (9) on bolt
(8).
(5) Hold bolt (8). Torque nut (9) to 300 INCH-
POUNDS. Use torque wrench.
b. Apply sealing compound to bolt (8) head,
washer (10), and nut (9). Use sealing compound
(item 158A, App F).
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