WIPLINE MODEL 8000 SERVICE MANUAL
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5.3.5 REMOVAL OF NOSE GEAR BOX
Remove bolts securing forward box from nose bulkhead. Remove bolts securing aft
box from bulkhead (2). Slide box out from front of float. Note: Sealant will have to be
cut for removal and replaced when installing.
5.3.6 REMOVAL OF LOWER NOSE GEAR FROM PIVOT BLOCK
With weight off of the nose wheel, remove 2 bolts on plate on aft side of pivot block.
Remove spring and detent piston. Nose fork assembly will drop down from pivot block.
5.4 SERVICE SCHEDULE
As coded in the Inspection Time Limits chart in this section, there are items to be
checked each 25, 50, 100, and 200 hours. Also, there are notes on special items
which may require servicing at more frequent intervals.
When conducting an inspection at 25 hours, all items marked for 25 hours would
be accomplished.
When conducting an inspection at 50 hours, the 25 and 50-hour items would be
accomplished.
When conducting an inspection at 100 hours, the 25, 50, and 100-hour items
would be accomplished.
When conducting an inspection at 200 hours, the 25, 50, 100, and 200-hour
items would be accomplished.
A complete inspection (Annual Inspection) would include all 25, 50, 100, and
200-hour items.
When servicing float hull and amphibian components, below is list of recommended
lubricants and “protection” products. This lists products used by Wipaire during
assembly of the floats.
There may be equivalent products that are just as satisfactory for protection. It is
recommended if trying different products, to inspect them frequently so as to determine
their effectiveness.
