SINGLE SHOCK T3

Product catalog summary

Introduction
This manual provides instructions for the continued airworthiness of the T3 Tailwheel Suspension System, specifically for the single coil-over shock variants. It is intended for qualified maintenance personnel responsible for the installation and maintenance of this system.

Purpose
The manual outlines procedures necessary for maintaining the airworthiness of the ABI, LLC single shock T3 Tailwheel Suspension System.

Applicability
The system is applicable to aircraft models listed in the ABI, LLC Approved Model List (ABI-SST3-AML), with each model having a corresponding part number.

Equipment Description
The T3 Tailwheel Suspension System replaces traditional leaf spring tail springs with a coil-over style assembly. It features a coil spring and oil shock to absorb landing energy and reduce rebound, improving aircraft control. The system includes structural mounting brackets and uses standard AN hardware. It has adjustable pre-load and rebound settings, which are factory preset and should be checked regularly.

Instructions for Continued Airworthiness

Inspection Before Flight: Inspect the assembly for secure fasteners, corrosion, cracks, or damage. Verify factory settings for rebound damping and preload.
100 Hour/Annual Inspection: Inspect and service the assembly as per the manual.
Removal and Installation: The system is removed and installed as a unit, following specific instructions from the ABI-SST3-AML document.
Disassembly: Remove all fasteners and separate side plates from the shock and swing arm.
Inspection and Repair: Inspect parts for corrosion or wear. Check shock damping effectiveness and bushing wear.
Assembly: Inspect all parts before assembly, follow the exploded diagram for your aircraft model, and torque bolts as per Appendix A.

Document Distribution
Copies are distributed to all purchasers of the system. Replacement copies and the latest revisions are available on the Airframes Alaska website.

Appendices

Appendix A: Bolt Torque Specifications

Catalog excerpts

ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual Instructions for Continued Airworthiness of: T3 Tailwheel Suspension Systems Manufactured by ABI, LLC -ALASKAN- BUSHWHEELS |^l Doc No.: ABI-SST3-ICA REV -August 11, 2016

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual Introduction 1.1 Purpose Applicability Equipment Description Instructions for Continued Airworthiness 4.1 Inspection Before Flight 4.2 Remove T3 Tailwheel Suspension System From Aircraft 4.3 T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Disassembly 4.4 T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Inspection and Repair 4.5 T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Assembly 4.6 Install T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Back Onto Aircraft Document Distribution Appendices 6.1 Appendix A – Bolt Torque Specifications

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual 1 Introduction This manual addresses the instructions for continued airworthiness for the single coil-over shock variants of the T3 Tailwheel Suspension System. It is published for the guidance of qualified maintenance personnel responsible for the installation and continued airworthiness of a single shock T3 Tailwheel Suspension System. 1.1 Purpose This manual provides the necessary procedures to accomplish the continued airworthiness of an ABI, LLC single shock T3 Tailwheel Suspension System. The manual...

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual 4 Instructions for Continued Airworthiness This section is designed to provide aircraft technicians with sufficient information to inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, test and remove the single shock T3 Tailwheel Suspension System. 4.1 Inspection Before Flight 4.1.1 Prior to each flight, visually inspect the T3 Suspension Assembly to ensure that all fasteners are secure; there is no corrosion, cracks, or visible damage. Any indication of these requires the spring assembly to be further inspected in...

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual 4.2 Remove T3 Tailwheel Suspension System From Aircraft The single shock T3 Tailwheel Suspension System is removed from the aircraft as a unit in the same manner as the original leaf spring. It retains the factory attachment points and steering mechanisms. For detailed instructions, refer to the specific ABI, LLC Installation Instruction document listed for your aircraft and T3 Tailwheel Suspension System combination from document ABI-SST3AML. Verify that any special conditions for tailspring removal are...

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ABI-SST3-ICA T3 Tailwheel Suspension System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Manual 4.5 Assemble T3 Tailwheel Suspension System 4.5.1 Inspect all hardware and parts for corrosion, non-cosmetic wear or damage. Do not assemble the T3 Suspension System with any parts that do not pass a visual inspection. 4.5.2 To verify all parts are present, follow the exploded diagram shown in the specific ABI, LLC Installation Instruction document for your aircraft model shown in document ABI-SST3-AML. Assemble according to the appropriate diagram and torque all bolts in accordance with Appendix A, aside...

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