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6.144.
TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX STRUT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY – continued
NOTE
This task is typical for either forward or aft
struts. The aft strut is shown.
6.144.3. Disassembly
a. Remove lockwire (1) from nuts (2) and (3).
b. Loosen nuts (2) and (3).
c. Remove strut (4) from helicopter (para 6.140)
or (para 6.142).
d. Remove rod end clevis (5) with key washer (6)
and nut (2) from strut (4).
e. Remove rod end bearing (7) with key washer
(8) and nut (3) from strut (4).
6.144.4. Cleaning
a. Clean grease, oil, and lubricant from exterior
of strut components (para 1.47).
b. Clean primer from threads of rod end bearing
and clevis (para 1.47).
c. Clean sealing compound from key washers,
threads of clevis, and rod end nuts (para 1.47).
6.144.5. Inspection
a. Check strut for cracks, nicks, dents, or radial
scratches in the steel. None allowed.
b. Check strut for axial scratches in the steel not
to exceed 0.002 INCH in depth. Use depth
gage.
(1) Axial scratches 0.002 INCH deep or less may
be blended out.
c. Check strut, rod end bearing, and clevis for
stripped or damaged threads. None allowed.
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