TM 55-1520-240-23-4
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INSTALL SHOCK ABSORBER ROD-END
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INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations:
All
Tools;
Aircraft Mechanics Tool Kit, NSN 5180-00-323-4692
Torque Wrench, 0 to 600 Foot-Pounds
Vernier Caliper
Crows Foot, 1-5/16 Inch
Materials:
Lockwire (E230)
Personnel Required:
Medium Helicopter Repairer
Inspector
References:
TM 55-1520-240-23P
Do not allow blade to swing. Blade
can injure personnel if not tied.
Do not force nut past last full thread.
Rod end can be scored and cause
failure of rod end with possible loss of
helicopter and loss of life.
NOTE
Procedure is same to install rod end
on any shock absorber.
1.
Install nut (1) and kicking washer (2) on rod end
(3).
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