Figure 5. Lubrication Diagram
TAILWHEEL MAINTENANCE
Once a year, disassemble tailwheel assembly and inspect roller bearings:
1.Remove dust cap (2) from top of tailwheel assembly (1).
2.Remove cotter pin (3) and slotted hex nut (4).
3.Remove wheel fork (10), bearing cones (6) and remaining hardware from assembly.
4.Inspect bearing cones (6) and bearing cups (7) for wear and replace if necessary. Replace seals and washers as necessary.
5.Pack bearing cones (6) with a good grade wheel bearing grease.
6.Install wheel fork (10) bearing cones (6) and remaining hardware into assembly as shown.
7.Set bearings by torquing nut to 26
NOTE: Proper bearing adjustment is essential to good bearing life.
If bearings are loose, casters will wobble and/or slap
If bearings are overtightened, loosen hex nut and rap shaft with a lead hammer to loosen bearings. Readjust bearings until proper setting is obtained.
1.Tailwheel assembly
2.Dust cap
3.Cotter pin
4.Slotted hex nut
5.Bushing washer 3/4 x 14 GA
6.Bearing cone
7.Bearing cup
8.Seal
9.Spacer
10.Wheel fork
Figure 6. Tailwheel Assembly (Typical)
MAN0875 (2/8/2011) | Owner Service 17 |
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