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SECTION 5
TAILBOOM AND TAIL SURFACES
1. Tailboom Assembly
(Ref. Figure 5-1) The boom assembly, a
monocoque structure of aluminum skin over
forged aluminum frames, houses the tail rotor
drive shaft and tail rotor control rod, and
supports the horizontal and vertical stabilizer
tail surfaces. The horizontal stabilizer is
mounted at an upward angle of 25 degrees.
(5). Disconnect connector of chip detector
wiring, and optional night lighting
system wiring if installed. Disconnect
knife splice by hand or use appropriate
connector insertion/extraction tool (42
or 43, Table 2-2) for wire mate type
connector (Ref. Section 19).
(6). Remove the nuts, washers and bolts

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C A
The tail surfaces stabilize the helicopter and that attach boom to fuselage and
maintain it in a relatively level attitude during remove boom.

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high speed forward flight. (CSP-H-3 contains
information on optional exterior lights.) B. Tailboom Assembly Installation

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C
2. Troubleshooting Tailboom and Tail (1). Support tailboom so that mating

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Surfaces bulkheads are flush.

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(Ref. Table 5-1) NOTE: Prior to tailboom installation, coat
threads of external wrenching bolts and at­
3. Tailboom Assembly Replacement
IN TR taching nuts with lubricant (25, Table 2-4).
(Ref. Figure 5-2)
(2). Slide countersunk washers on external
A. Tailboom Assembly Removal wrenching bolts with countersunk side
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facing bolt heads.

(1). Remove the tail rotor transmission and
drive shaft (Ref. Section 9). If washers are installed back­
CAUTION wards, structural failure may
(2). Remove the tail rotor control rod (Ref.
PA C

result due to insufficient surface in bearing

Section 8). that can cause spreading or cracking of
washers and result in loss of clamp‐up
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(3). Position suitable cradles under the

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tailboom at the canted Sta. 209.78 torque.

frame fitting and the forward stabilizer (3). Install bolts through aft section
LO P

boom mounting frame. fuselage frame into boom frame and

To avoid damage, ensure that place flat washer(s) on each bolt as
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CAUTION the boom is properly supported required for correct bolt grip. Use no
before removing the boom attach bolts more than three flat washers under
SO C

each nut. Install nuts and torque only

(4). Open the boom bolts access doors and the nuts to 200 - 240 inch-pounds
remove the bond jumper from the boom. (22.60 - 27.12 Nm).

Table 5−1. Troubleshooting Tailboom and Tail Surfaces

Symptom Probable Trouble Corrective Action
High−frequency vibration Loose lower vertical stabilizer On stabilizer attached with adjustable bolt,
retorque to 25−40 inch−pounds (2.82−4.52 Nm).
On stabilizers attached with two bolts, retorque to
90−110 inch−pounds (10.17−12.43 Nm)
NOTE: High frequency vibrations on the helicopter can also be caused by components in other systems. (Ref.
Sections 8, 9, and 10.)

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NOTE: Bolts may be reversed for access to
torque nuts. Torque wrench adapter (25,
Table 2-2) is used for torquing.
(4). Install bond jumper to boom and
connect chip detector wiring. Connect
night lighting wiring if used.
(5). Install the tail rotor transmission and
drive shaft.
(2). Replacement ‐ Defective Tail Rotor
Control Rod Grommets:
Replacement of control rod grommets
may require removal of tailboom
frames. Refer to CSP-H-5 for available
information on replacement grommets
with increased service life and for
grommet replacement.

(6). Install the tail rotor and control rod. 6. Tail Surfaces

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(7). Check rigging of tail rotor control.

C A
(Ref. Figure 5-3) Helicopter tail surfaces
consist of a vertical and horizontal stabilizer
(8). Install boom bolts access doors.

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attached to the aft end of the tailboom. A fixed
or a damped strut interconnects the horizontal
4. Tailboom Assembly Inspection

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stabilizer and the upper vertical at their

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approximate midpoints.
(Ref. Figure 5-2)

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The stabilizers are constructed of beaded

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(1). Inspect the boom interior skin and
frames for corrosion and cracks. aluminum alloy sheet metal skin over formed
sheet metal ribs. Each stabilizer is supported
IN TR by a forged aluminum attached fitting.
(2). Check the attaching nuts and bolts in
the boom canted Sta. 197.78 frame
fitting for security. The upper stabilizer incorporates a 5‐degree
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twist which improves the tail rotor (anti‐

(3). Inspect the tail rotor control rod torque) pedal neutral position during cruise
grommets in the boom frames for flight.
evidence of deterioration.
PA C

The upper end of the skid attaches to the lower

(4). Inspect the bond jumper for security stabilizer and gearbox mounting frame. The
and corrosion. tail skid is formed from an aluminum tube
A
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which tapers from its attach point in the root

(5). Inspect the boom exterior for loose or to a curved end just below the bottom rib of the
missing rivets. lower stabilizer.
LO P

(6). Inspect the boom stabilizer and gearbox

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mounting frames for cracks, security of Ensure the countersunk wash­

CAUTION ers used with the internal
attachment and elongated holes.
wrenching bolts that attach the tail surfaces
SO C

are installed with the beveled edge facing

5. Tailboom Assembly Repair
the bolt head. If washers are installed back­
Refer to CSP-H-5 for sheet metal repair. wards, structure failure may result due to
insufficient surface in bearing that can
NOTE: The most highly stressed skins on the cause spreading or cracking of the washers
helicopter are the two panels that form the and result in loss of clamp‐up torque.
monocoque boom assembly (Ref.
Figure 5-1). NOTE: MDHI Service Information Notice
HN‐42 provides instructions for optional re­
(1). Negligible Damage: work of an existing fixed strut to the
damped strut configuration which is de­
There is no damage that can be consid­ signed to decrease vibration effects on the
ered negligible. All drainage must be stabilizer resulting from a tail rotor out‐of‐
repaired upon detection. balance condition.

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UPPER VERTICAL
STABILIZER

VERTICAL-TO-HORIZONTAL
STABILIZER STRUT

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HORIZONTAL STABILIZER

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C
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IN TR
BOOM STABILIZERS AND
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FWD STABILIZER BOOM

GEARBOX MOUNTING
MOUNTING FRAME
FRAME AND BRACKET

RIGHT SKIN WIRING

PANEL CONDUIT
PA C
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STA. 209.78
GROMMET
LO P

CANTED FRAME

STA. 264.32
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CANTED FRAME
SO C

STA. 242.14
CANTED FRAME
GROMMET LOWER VERTICAL
STABILIZER
LEFT SKIN PANEL

STA. 219.96
CANTED FRAME
GROMMET
STA. 197.78 CANTED
FRAME FITTING

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Figure 5−1. Empennage and Boom Assembly

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FWD STABILIZER BOOM

MOUNTING FRAME
CANTED
STA. 209.78

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SELF-LOCKING NUT

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FLAT WASHER (CRES)

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NUT 200-240 IN. LB
(NOTE 3) (22.60-27.12 NM)
PLAIN HEX NUT (NOTE 4)

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C
FLAT WASHER (AL-ALY
UNTREATED)

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SPRING LOCKWASHER
BOND JUMPER FLAT WASHER(S) (NOTE 2)
IN TR SPRING LOCKWASHER NOTE 1

FLAT WASHERS
(AL-ALY UNTREATED)
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FLAT WASHER
(NOTE 2) ACCESS HOLE
COUNTERSUNK WASHER
CHIP DETECTOR WIRING
PA C

TAIL LIGHT WIRING

EXTERNAL WRENCHING BOLT
BOOM FITTING (REF OPTIONAL)
(NOTE 4)
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ACCESS HOLE
LO P
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BRACKET
SO C

NOTES:
FLAT WASHER 1. ENSURE GROUND CONTACT SURFACE IS CLEAN
BEFORE BOND JUMPER INSTALLATION. AFTER
SPRING LOCKWASHER INSTALLATION, COAT EXPOSED BARE METAL GROUNDED
FLAT WASHER (CRES) (NOTE 3) AREA WITH LAQUER (47, TABLE 2-4).
NOTE 1 BOND JUMPER 2. THREE FLAT WASHERS MAX UNDER NUT. ADD CSK
FLAT WASHER WASHERS UNDER BOLT HEAD AS REQUIRED.
(AL-ALY UNTREATED) 3. CRES-STAINLESS STEEL.
4. COAT THREADS WITH LUBRCANT (25, TABLE 2-4) PRIOR
TO INSTALLATION.

30-062E

Figure 5−2. Tailboom Removal and Installation

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7. Stabilizer Sheet Metal Repair
(1). Negligible Damage:
Shallow scratches, nicks, light corrosion
deposits, and smooth contour dents that
blend into surrounding surfaces are
considered negligible damage and
require only normal corrosion control
and paint finish maintenance.
(2). Repairable Damage:
Repair stabilizer sheet metal according
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to applicable instructions in CSP-H-5.
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8. Upper Vertical Stabilizer Replacement
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(Ref. Figure 5-3)
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C
A. Upper Vertical Stabilizer Removal
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(1). Remove stabilizer strut.
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(2). Remove forward attach bolts and
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countersunk washers and nuts that
secure stabilizer to tailboom structure;
remove bonding jumper and upper
vertical stabilizer.
R ON
B. Upper Vertical Stabilizer Installation
(1). Place upper vertical stabilizer in
position on tailboom. Install bonding
PA C
jumper, forward attach bolt, counter­
sunk washer and bushing. Countersunk
side of washer must face bolthead; do
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IA
not tighten.
(2). Insert external wrenching bolts with
LO P
counter-sunk washers through mount­
ing holes; countersunk side of washer
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must face bolthead. Install two new
nuts and washers; do not tighten.
SO C
(3). Install strut; do not tighten strut bolts.
(4). Torque forward attach bolt to 50 - 70
inch-pounds (5.65 - 7.91 Nm).
NOTE: Torque values for the nuts may be ap­
plied to the corresponding bolthead at the
high limit of the tolerance in cases where
the nut is not accessible.
(5). Torque the two nuts to 170 - 200
inch-pounds (19.21 - 22.60 Nm).
(6). Torque the strut bolts to 50 - 70
inch-pounds (5.65 - 7.91 Nm).
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(7). Position access plates at each end of
fixed strut and attach with screws and
washers.
9. Upper Vertical Stabilizer Inspection
(Ref. Figure 5-3)
(1). Inspect metal skin for holes, cracks,
loose rivets or corrosion.
(2). Inspect attach fitting for cracks, loose
rivets or corrosion.
(3). Inspect attach bolts and mating holes
for evidence of wear caused by loose­
ness in service. Inspect questionable
bolts or attach fittings by the dye‐
penetrant or magnetic particle method,
as applicable.
(4). Inspect bonding jumper for security,
corrosion and fraying.
10. Upper Vertical Stabilizer Repair
Perform repair of the upper vertical stabilizer
according to applicable instructions in CSP-
H-5.
11. Horizontal Stabilizer Replacement
(Ref. Figure 5-3)
A. Horizontal Stabilizer Removal
(1). Remove tail rotor transmission and
drive shaft (Section 9).
(2). Remove stabilizer strut.
(3). Remove three bolts, washers, nuts and
bushing; remove bonding jumper and
horizontal stabilizer.
B. Horizontal Stabilizer Installation
(1). Place horizontal stabilizer in position
on tailboom. Install a countersunk
washer and bushing on external
wrenching bolt; countersunk side of
washer must face bolthead. Insert bolt
in forward mounting hole; do not
tighten. Install bonding jumper.
(2). Install a countersunk washer on each of
the other external wrenching bolts;
countersunk side of washer must face
the bolthead. Insert bolts through aft
mounting holes and install a nut and
washer on each bolt; do not tighten.
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50-70 IN. LB
(5.65-7.91 NM)
50-70 IN. LB FLANGED *
(5.65-7.91 NM) BUSHING

*
* FLANGED BUSHING
*

BONDING JUMPER

BONDING

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JUMPER

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380-410 IN. LB
(42.93-46.32 NM)

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170-200 IN. LB
STRUT

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(19.21-22.60 NM)

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STABILIZER AND
GEARBOX MOUNTING ADJUSTABLE BOLT
25-40 IN. LB

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FRAME
(2.82-4.52 NM)
UPPER VERTICAL IN TR (NOTES 1, 2)
STABILIZER
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HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
BONDING
JUMPER
PA C
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BOLT
(NOTE 1)
SPACER 90-110 IN. LB
LO P

90-110 IN. LB (NOTE 3) (10.17-12.43 NM)

(10.17-12.43 NM)
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SPACER
BONDING JUMPER
SO C

(NOTE 3)

LOWEER VERTICAL
STABILIZER DUAL BOLT INSTALLATION
BOLT

TAIL SKID NOTES:

1. DIRECTION OF BOLT HEAD OPTIONAL.
2. AFTER TORQUING, 0.030 IN. (0.762 MM) MIN. GAP TO
EXIST UNDER BOLT HEAD, UNDER NUT, OR IN TOTAL.
3. CURVED SIDE OF SPACER MUST FACE STABILIZER.
4. ASTERISK ( * ) INDICATES COUNTERSUNK WASHER.
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Figure 5−3. Empennage Removal and Installation (Sheet 1 of 2)

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SILICONE RUBBER SEAL

ACCESS PLATE

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ACCESS PLATE

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*

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HORIZONTAL

R A
STABILIZER

C
FIXED STRUT

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*

ST O
50-70 IN. LB
(5.65-7.91 NM)
IN TR (TYP BOTH ENDS)
UPPER VERTICAL
STABILIZER
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TAB WASHER
PA C

DAMPED STRUT
HORIZONTAL
CHECK NUT
STABILIZER
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*
LO P
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SO C

FITTING
*

50-70 IN. LB
(5.65-7.91 NM)
(TYP BOTH ENDS)

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Figure 5−3. Empennage Removal and Installation (Sheet 2 of 2)

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(3). Install strut between horizontal and
upper vertical stabilizer. Use
MS21250‐04004 bolts and MS20002C4
washers; do not tighten bolts at this
time.
(4). Torque forward mounting bolt to 50 -
70 inch‐pounds (5.65 - 7.91 Nm).
NOTE: Torque values for the nuts may be ap­
plied to the corresponding bolthead at the
high limit of the tolerance in cases where
the nut is not accessible.
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C A
(5). Torque the two remaining nuts to 380 -
410 inch‐pounds (42.93 - 46.32 Nm).
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(6). Tighten strut rut attachment bolts.
R A
(7). Install access plates at each end of fixed
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strut with screws and washers.
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(8). Reinstall tail rotor transmission and
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drive shaft.
IN TR
12. Horizontal Stabilizer Inspection
(Ref. Figure 5-3)
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(1). Apply an approximate 75 pound (34 kg)
downward load to horizontal stabilizer
tip and visually check for the following:
(a). Abnormal deflections.
PA C
(b). Any motion between skin and rivets
on upper surface across first three
A
IA
skin beads out-board of strut attach
fitting.
LO P
If either one of the above condi­
CAUTION tions is noted, perform steps (2).
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thru (6). below; otherwise, no further action
is required.
SO C
(2). Cut three 1 inch (25.4 mm) diameter
holes through bottom of skin surface
with the center line of the holes 2.0
inches (50.8 mm) aft of the spar rivet
line at following locations.
(a). First hole midway between chordwise
row of rivets and first bead outboard
of strut attach fitting.
(b). Second hole midway between first
and second bead.
(c). Third hole between second and third
bead.
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(3). Reapply the 75 pound (34 kg) down­
ward load to stabilizer tip. Inspect spar
web and upper flange through access
holes for cracks, using flashlight. Pay
particular attention to area around first
rivet at each side of bead.
NOTE: If spar cracking is noted, horizontal sta­
bilizer must be replaced.
(4). Smooth the inspection hole edges to
eliminate surface irregularities. Cover
holes with masking tape, or equivalent,
in place of patching.
NOTE: Smooth the access hole edges to remove
possible stress risers. At each subsequent
300‐Hour Inspection, remove tape and in­
spect skin area around holes for possible
cracks; repair as required (HMI Appx D).
Re-tape holes
(5). Replace all loose (working) rivets with
correct length CR2249NS‐4 or OCKLP‐
B4 rivets.
(6). Check tail rotor balance.
NOTE: A tail rotor badly out of balance imposes
excessive stabilizer fatigue loads.
(7). Inspect metal skin for cracks, holes or
corrosion.
(8). Inspect attach fitting for cracks, loose
rivets or corrosion.
(9). Inspect attach bolts and mating holes
for evidence of wear caused by loose­
ness in service. Replace questionable
bolts and dye‐penetrant inspect
questionable attach fittings as applica­
ble.
(10). Inspect bonding jumper for security,
corrosion and fraying.
13. Horizontal Stabilizer Repair
Perform repair of the horizontal stabilizer
according to applicable instructions in CSP-
H-5.
14. Lower Vertical Stabilizer Replacement
(Ref. Figure 5-3)
A. Lower Vertical Stabilizer Removal
(1). Remove bonding jumper.
(2). On helicopters with adjustable bolt
installation, loosen the adjustable bolt
until it is free but do not remove.
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(3). Firmly push bolt inward to free the
bushing stack; then turn the bolt
approximately 1/4 turn clockwise to
engage the threaded end bushing.
(4). Remove the bolt and bushing stack as
an assembly.
(5). On helicopter with dual mounting bolt
installation, remove nuts, washers,
spacers and bolts.
(6). Slide stabilizer from gearbox mounting
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frame.
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B. Lower Vertical Stabilizer Installation
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(1). Apply a coat of zinc chromate paste (72,
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Table 2-4), or lubricant (21), on the
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gearbox mounting frame post.
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(2). Position stabilizer on mounting frame
post and align holes in stabilizer and
IN TR
mounting post.
(3). On helicopters using the adjustable
bolt, install the bolt and engage threads
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in nut. (Direction of bolthead is option­
al; nut facing aft makes torquing
easier.)
PA C
Tighten bolt by turning bol­
CAUTION thead; do not turn the nut. After
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torquing, check for proper installation by
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measuring the gap between the bolthead
and fitting and the nut and fitting. A mini­
LO P
mum gap of 0.030 inch (0.762 mm) must ex­
ist at either end or in combined total for the
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bolt to be correctly installed. If at least one
full thread is not visible through the nut,
SO C
the wrong bolt is installed, or bolt is in­
stalled incorrectly. Do not try to eliminate
gap by over-torquing.
(4). Torque the adjustable bolt to 25 - 40
inch-pounds (2.82 - 4.52 Nm). If no
torque wrench is available, tighten bolt
until bolt just binds in hole; then
tighten nut one more complete turn.
(5). On helicopters using dual mounting
bolts, install bolts, spacers (curved side
against stabilizer), washers and nuts.
Direction of bolthead is optional; upper
nut facing aft makes torquing easier.
CSP-H-2
Torque nuts to 90 - 110 inch‐pounds
(10.17 - 12.43 Nm).
(6). Install bonding jumper.
15. Lower Vertical Stabilizer Inspection
(Ref. Figure 5-3)
(1). Inspect the metal skin for holes, cracks,
loose rivets or corrosion. Any crack
must be stop‐drilled or patched (CSP-
H-5).
(2). Inspect attach fittings for cracks, loose
rivets or corrosion. Check that the
drain holes in stabilizer bottom rib are
open. If there appears to be excessive
clearance between the stabilizer tube
and attach fitting, a temporary repair
should be made using aluminum
laminated shim stock to reduce this
clearance installation fit.
(3). Check adjustable bolt or the two
mounting bolts for condition. Oversized
or elongated bolt holes in both the
stabilizer and the stabilizer and
gearbox mounting frame must be
repaired.
(4). Inspect visible portion of tail skid tube
for cracks, deformation and condition of
plastic sleeve between tube and bottom
rib.
(5). Inspect bonding jumper for security,
corrosion and fraying.
16. Lower Vertical Stabilizer Repair
(1). Repair lower vertical stabilizer sheet
metal or mounting tube according to
applicable instructions in CSP-H-5.
(2). Repair oversized holes in stabilizer and
gearbox mounting frame having single
bolt attachment as follows.
NOTE: An ABC 4677 bolt is originally used in
unbushed holes. Maximum serviceable di­
ameter for worn unbushed holes is 0.257
inch (6.5278 mm). Bolt hole wear in excess
of the maximum should be repaired by the
bushing method given in CSP-H-5.
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(a). If the mounting hole is oversized or B. Stabilizer Fixed Strut Installation

elongated, but within maximum
permissible diameter in either or
both the gearbox mounting frame
and stabilizer fitting, rework and
bush the damaged hole(s) according
to CSP-H-5 and continue to use an
ABC 4677 bolt.
(b). If mounting hole(s) are already
bushed but bushing ID is not within
the permissible wear limit, re-bush
the hole(s) according to CSP-H-5
NOTE: The use of AN bolts for strut attach­
ment is not recommended because this bolt
type lacks uniformity in tensile strength.
(1). Position strut between horizontal and
upper vertical stabilizers. Attach strut
to stabilizers with washers and bolts
(countersunk side of washers to face
bolthead). Do not tighten.
(2). Torque upper vertical stabilizer root
mounting bolts.

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and continue to use an ABC 4677

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bolt. (3). Torque the attachment bolts to 50 - 70
inch‐pounds (5.65 - 7.91 Nm).

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NOTE: The oversize bolt repair given in step
(4). Position access plates at each end of
(c). below should be used only as an expedi­

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strut and attach with screws and
ent repair. Use of the oversize bolt will affect

C
washers.
interchangeability of other stabilizers on

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the gearbox mounting frame. Also, if the C. Stabilizer Damped Strut Installation

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oversize bolt repair is made and any subse­
quent wear causes hole diameter to exceed NOTE: The use of AN bolts is not recommended
0.3125 inch (7.9375 mm), the bushing repair for strut attachment due to the lack of uni­
IN TR
is not permissible. formity in tensile strength of AN type bolts.

(c). For expedient repair, oversized or (1). Torque upper vertical stabilizer root
mounting bolts if these were loosened
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elongated mounting bolt holes in both

stabilizer and mounting frame may
be drilled and reamed to 0.312 inch
(7.9248 mm) diameter and an over­
size adjustable ABC 4678 bolt
PA C
for fixed type strut removal.
(2). Position the damped strut assembly
and temporarily install the upper strut
attachment bolt.

installed. The ABC 4678 bolt is

similar to the ABC 4677 bolt except (3). Re-adjust the lower end fitting of the
A

the bolt bushing OD is 0.312 inch damper assembly so that a bolt will
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(7.9248 mm) instead of 0.250 inch slide into the lower vertical stabilizer
(6.35 mm) and it has a hex head attachment hole.
LO P

instead of a recessed head.

(4). Disengage fitting and turn the fitting
inward one full turn to shorten the
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17. Stabilizer Strut Replacement strut length and establish damper

preload.
SO C

(Ref. Figure 5-3)

(5). Install both fitting attachment bolts
A. Stabilizer Strut Removal and countersunk washers (countersunk
(1). Remove access plates at each end of side toward bolthead) and torque to 50
fixed strut. - 70 inch‐pounds (5.65 - 7.91 Nm).
(6). Tighten check nut on damper fitting.
(2). Remove attachment bolts and washers
that attach strut to stabilizers. (a). If installed, bend one tab of tab
washer over a hex flat on the check
(3). At root of upper vertical stabilizer, nut and another tab over a hex flat
loosen bolts and nuts far enough to on the damper fitting.
allow the fixed strut to clear the
stabilizer attach fittings. (b). If check nut and fitting with lockwire
provisions are used, lockwire check
(4). Remove the strut. nut to fitting.

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D. Damped Stabilizer Strut Disassembly pound (11 - 36 kg) pushing or pulling

load applied to the plunger should
(Ref. Figure 5-4) Disassemble the damped produce 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) move­
stabilizer strut by removing retaining ring and ment.
pulling plunger out of damper housing.
Further disassembly, as illustrated, may be (4). Adjust the nominal length of the
performed if required. Do not remove inboard damper assembly to the dimension
snubbers unless outboard snubbers are found shown. If installed, do not bend tab
unserviceable upon inspection. Discard used washer at this time.
tab washer.
18. Stabilizer Strut Inspection
E. Damped Stabilizer Strut Re−Assembly
(Ref. Figure 5-4)
(Ref. Figure 5-4)

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(1). Inspect the strut for holes, cracks and

C A
Refer to Hughes Notice HN‐102.3 for inspec­ corrosion.

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tion and/or modification of strut assemblies. (2). Inspect cushion seals at each end of
fixed strut for deterioration and

R A
(1). Assemble damper as shown. Be sure to security of bonding.

C
place the thin snubbers next to the

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collar on damper plunger. If a slotted (3). Inspect outboard snubbers of damped
plunger is used, install a new tab strut for serviceability as shown. If

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washer. outboard snubbers are not serviceable,
replace all four snubbers.
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(2). Push assembled plunger firmly into
damper housing and install retaining 19. Stabilizer Strut Repair
ring. Additional compression of snub­
bers, by pushing on cap assembly, may No structural repair is currently authorized for
R ON

be required in order to completely seat the stabilizer strut. Replace deteriorated

the retainer in the housing. cushion seals on fixed strut, using adhesive
(69, Table 2-4) according to container instruc­
(3). Check that plunger will move smoothly tions. Replace unserviceable snubbers and
with no binding in bearings. A 25 - 80 other parts of the damper on damped struts.
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2.83 IN.
INBOARD SNUBBERS (71.882 MM)
(NOTE 2)

STRUT DAMPER CAP ASSEMBLY

STRUT HOUSING
PLUNGER (WITH
TAB SLOT)

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OUTBOARD
SNUBBERS
RETAINING

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RING
CHECK NUT

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TAB WASHER

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(NOTE 1)
FITTING

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PLUNGER (WITHOUT FITTING
IN TR TAB SLOT)

DAMPER ASSEMBLY

CHECK NUT
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LOCKWIRE TO
CHECK NUT
(NOTE 1)
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NOTES:
1. DO NOT BEND TABS OR LOCKWIRE UNTIL
SERVICEABLE SNUBBER
INSTALLED PRELOAD IS ESTABLISHED.
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2. NOMINAL ASSEMBLED DIMENSION.

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TACKY OR DETERIORATED
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UNSERVICEABLE SNUBBERS

DAMPER INSPECTION
REMOVE RETAINING RING. PULL PLUNGER AND FITTING DO NOT REMOVE INBOARD SNUBBER DISCS UNLESS
(WITH TWO OUTBOARD DAMPER SNUBBERS ATTACHED) OUTBOARD SNUBBERS ARE INSPECTED AND FOUND
OUT OF DAMPER HOUSING. INSPECT FOR CONDITION UNSERVICIBLE.
AND SERVICEABILITY. IF OUTBOARD SNUBBERS ARE
SERVICIBLE, REINSTALL PLUNGER ASSEMBLY.

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Figure 5−4. Strut Damper Disassembly and Inspection

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