Robinsons R66 - Skid Shoes; Skid Extension Replacement; Ground Handling Wheel Support Replacement

32-31 Skid Shoes
Refer to R66 Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) Figure 32-1.
A. Inspection
Inspect skid tubes and skid shoes per Section 32-30.
B. Replacement
1. Refer to Figure 32-3. Remove and discard hardware securing skid shoe to skid tube.
Discard a shoe damaged beyond limits in Section 32-30.
2. Install new A142-1 screws to secure skid shoe to skid tube. Standard torque screws
per Section 20-32.
32-32 Skid Extension Replacement
Refer to R66 Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) Figure 32-1.
1. Remove skid tube per Section 32-30.
2. Refer to Figure 32-3. Remove and discard hardware securing aft skid shoe to skid tube.
Remove skid extension.
3. Clean interior of skid tube as practical. Install new skid extension and align fastener
holes.
4. Install new A142-1 screws to secure aft skid shoe to skid tube. Standard torque screws
per Section 20-32.
5. Install skid tube per Section 32-30.
6. Fill gap in side of skid extension using B270-1 sealant. Mix sealant according to
manufacturer's instructions.
32-33 Ground Handling Wheel Support Replacement
Refer to R66 Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) 32-1.
1. Refer to Figure 32-3. Remove hardware securing support weldment to skid tube and
remove support.
2. Install hardware securing new support weldment to skid tube. Verify correct support
orientation. Special torque hardware per Section 20-33 and torque stripe per Figure 5-1.
Page 32.8 Chapter 32 Landing Gear R66 Maintenance Manual SEP 2012