RANS S-20 RAVEN
TEXT MANUAL
9/01/2013
01A-02
7.
It is recommended to paint the Gear Legs and Clamp Plates.
8.
Final install Gear Legs after covering and painting Fuselage.
MAIN GEAR WHEEL/BRAKE INSTALLATION
NOTE: Trike and Taildragger Wheel/Brake Installations have different parts for
assemblies. Please be sure to refer to the correct parts page when installing.
9.
Become familiar with the Main Gear Wheel/Brake Installation
Parts
Drawings
and collect the parts shown in the drawings.
10.
Bolt caliper mount and axle to the gear leg assembly as per parts drawing.
IMPORTANT: Trike and Taildragger Assemblies are different. Refer to the
correct assembly for installation.
Assemble the wheel and brake kit as per
parts manual and manufacturer’s instructions. With the aircraft in a level
attitude, the brake assembly will be orientated to the aft and down.
CAUTION: Be sure to safety wire the bolts holding the brake disk for
Taildragger installations.
The tire pressure should be approximately 20 psi
for Taildraggers and 25 psi for Trikes. To install the wheel assembly, the
outer brake pad removes via the 1/4" retainer bolts.
11.
Clean and pack the tapered wheel bearings. The tapered roller bearings
are oiled from the factory for rust prevention, but not greased. The roller
bearings should be cleaned, dried, and then packed with suitable grease.
Packing grease without first removing the oil will dilute the wheel grease,
causing it to run out past the seal and not lubricate properly.
12.
Slip the bearings and wheel / tire assembly back onto the axle. Install the
washer and castle nut. Tighten the castle nut to manufactures
specifications or bearing failure may result. Secure with the large cotter
pin.
!!! CAUTION !!!
Do
NOT
Powder Coat or Heat-Treat Gear Legs.
Doing so may remove required temper and strength.
