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SKI INSTALLATION
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8.
Inflate forward landing gear (55) high enough for
upper scissor point (58) to clear top of tires (54).
9.
Apply a thin film of lubriplate (E240) to axles (59)
of forward ski (1).
10.
With the aid of helper, lift ski (1) into position on
forward landing gear (55).
11.
Install bearings (63), thrust washers (64), and
axles (59) in bushings (11).
12.
Screw axles (59) into bushings (11) and axle
stubs (60) of forward landing gear (55) as far as
possible.
13.
Unscrew axles (59) enough to align cotter pin
holes in axle with cotter pin holes in bushings
(11).
14.
Install cotter pin (61) in bushings (11) and axles
(59).
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