I’m curious about what others have used to lubricate the elevator hinge bushings on the newer series (5,6 & 7). Thanks in advance for any replies.
I’m curious about what others have used to lubricate the elevator hinge bushings on the newer series (5,6 & 7). Thanks in advance for any replies.
John Evens
Arvada, CO
Kitfox SS7 N27JE
EAA Lifetime
Chap. 43 honorary Lifetime
I use LPS 1...
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LPS1 or Triflow (with telflon).
Phil Nelson
A&P-IA, Maintenance Instructor
KF 5 Outback, Cont. IO-240
Flying since 2016
LPS1 on all control joints, flaperon bushings ect.
DesertFox4
Admin.
7 Super Sport912 ULS Tri-gear
There should also be no rotation of the hinge bolt under elevator movement.
David
SS7 Builder
LPS-1 has worked well on my M4 for years.
Dan G.
Model IV 1200 - Tri-gear
Jabiru 2200
Flying
You could probably use plain old motor oil on them to be honest, being rather
simple bushings I think any kind of lubricant would be fine as long as you apply
it on a regular basis. My only concern would be how messy it is.
Jeff
John Evens
Arvada, CO
Kitfox SS7 N27JE
EAA Lifetime
Chap. 43 honorary Lifetime
My build manual had a section on lubrication and it spelled out specifically the recommended lubricants for each type of joint on the aircraft. I'm wondering if you guys have seen this? I think it is in the builder's tips, or maybe the final inspection section.
Jim Ott
Portland, OR
Kitfox SS7 flying
Rotax 912ULS