AFM 4-2
An X-Acto blade removes a broken wing bolt.
If the bolt remains difficult to remove, drill a small hole into the center of the broken shaft and tap an
X-Acto blade into the hole. The drilled hole will provide extra leverage for the blade.
Left:
Broken wing bolt removed. The bolt will typically shear at the base of the hex cap.
Right:
Wing
bolt spacer.
Insert the new wing bolt and turn clockwise. Use the wing bolt spacer and socket (if difficult to hand
turn).
Tighten down the new wing bolt until it touches the spacer. The spacer should leave roughly
the correct gap for the center wing to slide on.
Replacing a Tail/Wing Clip
If any tail or wing clips become cracked or broken, they must be replaced. To remove the broken tail
clip, use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw inside the clip. Insert the screw into the
replacement tail clip and reinstall with the Philips screwdriver.
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