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RV-9A: Landing Gear - 9/16/2013
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Bolted on the Engine MountBolted on the Engine Mount
I checked the torque value for the bolt that is used for the engine mount, then added enough washers to get the cotter key hole at the best position for putting in the cotter key. I also read on a forum that when you get the first "click" on the torque wrench, check the position of the cotter key hole and keep pushing the wrench forward until the hole lines up for the cotter key.
Time the get the fuselage off the ground (so to speak)Time the get the fuselage off the ground (so to speak)
I called a couple of friends to help me get the fuselage on top of my work bench. I rigged up a foam covered support for the tail. Now for the landing gear.
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