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  1. Piper J-5 Paint Schemes

    Downloadable paint scheme sheets for Piper J-5. Available for 1940 and 1941 models.
  2. SB-120 Piper J-3/PA-11 Replacement of Front and Rear Lift Strut Forks and Barrels

    Failures of lift struts caused by abuse, failure to replace lift struts after ground accidents, and the use of damaged parts from scrapped airplanes as service replacement parts.
  3. SB-45 Piper J-3 Control System Interference

    Interference of the torque tube with the front seat canvas and of the elevator bellcrank with the rear seat canvas.
  4. SL-718 Piper Bendix Magneto Bulletin No. 566

    Information on how to improve the lubrication characteristics of the Bendix S-1200 series magnetos.
  5. Flottorp F12 Service Manual

    Copy of the Flottorp F12 Constant Speed Propeller Service Manual.
  6. SL-682B Piper Required Inspection of Piston Pin

    Failure of part number 69650 piston pins, caused by transverse grinding or heat cracks which occurred during manufacture of the piston pin.
  7. EB-03 Luscombe Rudder Hinge

    Inspect the attachment of lower hinge and if cracks have developed in the spar or rib reinforce with .040 dural or steel channel as shown.
  8. SM-18 Piper PA-16 Rigging Procedure

    Rigging and leveling procedures for Piper PA-16.
  9. SL-223 Piper Engine Support Bushings

    Discussion concerning the useful life of the eight rubber engine support bushings, Lycoming part number 60883.
  10. AD 49-16-02 Wing Fabric Inspection

    Steps to prevent wing fabric loosening along the upper surface of the front and rear spars in the area of the fuel tank causing a spoiler action.