TM 1-1520-238-236-592Change 46.144.TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX STRUT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY – continuedNOTEThis task is typical for either forward or aftstruts. The aft strut is shown.6.144.3. Disassemblya. 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. Cleaninga. Clean grease, oil, and lubricant from exteriorof strut components (para 1.47).b. Clean primer from threads of rod end bearingand clevis (para 1.47).c. Clean sealing compound from key washers,threads of clevis, and rod end nuts (para 1.47).6.144.5. Inspectiona. Check strut for cracks, nicks, dents, or radialscratches in the steel. None allowed.b. Check strut for axial scratches in the steel notto exceed 0.002 INCH in depth. Use depthgage.(1) Axial scratches 0.002 INCH deep or less maybe blended out.c. Check strut, rod end bearing, and clevis forstripped or damaged threads.None allowed.GO TO NEXT PAGEM04-3707-1314214M04-3707-24837625
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