Model 8000 Service Manual - Wipaire Inc.

WIPLINE MODEL 8000 SERVICE MANUAL5.3 MAIN AND NOSE GEAR REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY5.3.1 REMOVAL OF MAIN GEAR OLEOJack the aircraft by method described in section 3. With the main wheels off the ground(both sides), run the gear up so the main carriages are approximately 2 inches forwardof down-lock position. This must be accomplished to remove the top oleo bolt. In orderto remove the lower bolt, remove the wheel on the head side of the bolt.Shock Strut ServicingNOTE: RELEASE PRESSURE IN STRUT BEFORE DISASSEMBLY!!1) Disassemble the strut, removing both end caps. Take apart the gland section andmetering pin so the parts can be easily inspected for wear and replacement partscan installed as needed.2) Inspect all parts carefully after cleaning for wear and scoring, especially the piston,gland section, and the inside of the outer cylinder. Also make sure to check thebushings in the end-caps for wear and security.3) The metering tube does not need to be taken apart from the end-cap of the insidecylinder unless extensive cleaning is desired. If it is disassembled:a) To return the metering tube height and condition to factory preset, first apply blueLock-Tite to the threads of the inner end-cap threads that hold the metering pinfor added security until next removalPage 24 of 631002554 • Rev H