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Step 17
We installed a rubber band to help hold the pull/pull
cables clear of the nose wheel and strut when it is
retracted/extended. Make a small plywood bracket with a
small opening in the end for the rubber band and glue the
bracket to the floor of the retract wheel well.
Main Gear Installation
Step 18
The nacelles have an outline on them showing the area
that needs to be removed to allow the struts to retract up
into the nacelle. Use a rotary tool and a sanding drum to
remove this area to allow the retract strut and wheel to
pass through.
Step 19
Set the main gear onto the mounting rails and mark the
mounting hole locations.
Step 20
Remove the retract unit from the mounting rails and drill a
9/64-inch (4mm) hole on each of the marks.
Section 8: Retractable Landing Gear Installation
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