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Hangar 9 F4U-1D Corsair 50 ARF
Note
: Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal
fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose.
14. Attach the wheel collar to the axle to keep the
wheel on the gear. The edge of the wheel collar will be flush
with the end of the axle. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench (included)
to tighten the setscrew.
15. Slide the wheel collar installed in step 10 against
the wheel, but not so tight as it prevents the wheel from
rotating smoothly. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench (included) to
tighten the setscrew. Remember to use threadlock on the
setscrew to prevent it from vibrating loose.
16. Snap the hub cap back into position on the wheel.
17. Use a T-pin to poke through the covering on the
gear door for the mounting screws.
Note
: Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal
fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose.
18. Attach the main gear door to the landing gear
using two 2mm x 10mm machine screws, two 2mm
washers, two 2mm nuts and a metal bracket. Use a #1
Phillips screwdriver and a 4mm nut driver to tighten the
hardware.
hint
: Apply a small amount of silicone
adhesive between the gear door and strut
wire to prevent it from rotating in flight.
19. Repeat steps 2 through 17 to install the remaining
landing gear assembly and wheel.
