THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-32-301FT / 301XTC
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PAGE 13
Jun 1/03
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(2) Installation
(a) Wrap the trim barrel by: (Refer to Figure 7.)
1
Laying center (as measured equally from each end to center of the cable) of trim
cable in slot of the barrel.
2 Bring half of cable to be used on right side through the diagonal slot in flange at
forward end of barrel and wrap aft in a clockwise direction 11.5 wraps to the center of
barrel.
3
Bring half of cable to be used on left side through diagonal slot in aft end of barrel
and wrap forward in a counterclockwise direction 11.5 wraps to the center of barrel.
4 Count a total of 23 cable wraps on top side of the barrel. (Refer to Figure 7.)
(b) Block cable by clamping between two pieces of wood laid next to wraps to prevent
unwrapping. Fabricate block with a notch so hardware can be installed After installation of
hardware safety wire the bolts.
(c) Ensure barrel bushings are installed in rib plate and clip.
(d) Lubricate bushings and install trim barrel in bushings between the two support ribs.
(e) Attach bottom diagonal rib to horizontal rib. Secure with bolt, washer and nut.
(f) Install thrust washer, washer and snap ring on lower end of barrel.
(g) Install trim screw in barrel. Secure both ends with a cotter pin through trim screw.
(h) Route cables into fuselage. Attach ends to forward trim cables.
(i) Remove blocks holding forward cables tight.
(j) Set cable tension. Check rigging and adjustment per Rigging and Adjustment, below.
Check safety of all turnbuckles.
(k) Install tail cone and secure with screws.
(l) Install aft fuselage access panel.
Wrapping Trim Barrels
Figure 7
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