the strap bracket (28) to the vee brace.
k. Disconnect the torque tube support bracket (35) where it attaches by removing its attaching bolts.
l. Remove the two bolts (25 and 26) that extend through the torque tube and are located at the center of the
tube assembly over the floor tunnel. Compress the tubes.
fuselage by removing the attaching nuts, washers and bolts (6).
n. Remove the trim side panels, if desired.
o. Remove the assembly from the airplane. Note the spacer washer (9) on each end and between the support
blocks.
5-25. INSTALLATION OF RUDDER AND STEERING PEDAL ASSEMBLY. (Refer to Figure 5-8.)
two bolts (25 and 26) through the center of the tube assembly.
required on each end of the tube.
with bolts, washers and nuts. Note that a bushing is required in the bolt holes of the upper support block, a plate
on top of the upper block, between the upper and lower blocks and under the block mounting bracket.
e. Position the torque tube support bracket (35) on the floor tunnel and secure with bolts.
f. Position the vee braces (29) on the torque tube; install the strap bracket (28) around the torque tube and
brace and secure with bolts, washers and nuts (27).
steering rod adjustment per Alignment of Nose Gear, Section VII .
i. Connect the rudder trim to the arm of the torque tube and secure with bolt, washer, nut and cotter pin. A
thin washer is installed under the nut which is tightened only finger tight.
bolts, washers, nuts and cotter pins (20). Allow the cable ends to rotate freely.
in through each side of the floor panel.
l. Connect the stabilator control cables to the lower end of the tee bar with bolt, washer and nut, and secure
with cotter pin. Allow the cable ends free to rotate.
m. Set rudder cable tension per specifications in Table V-I and check rigging and adjustment per
n. Check safety of bolt and turnbuckles.
o. Install the floor tunnel plate and secure with screws. Fasten the tunnel carpet in place.
p. Install the rudder trim cover and control knob.
q. Install the access panel to the aft section of the fuselage.
PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-28-161 CADET
AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Issued: FEBRUARY 28, 1989
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