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Subject: Nose gear gas strut
From: "William A. Hogarty" <billhogarty@gmail.com>
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Had a little problem short time ago and would like to make a suggestion to
the group.

SUGGESTION:  Install a new nose gear gas strut each annual.

RATIONAL:  In the past, I did a retraction test during each annual
thinking that it was sufficient to ensure
                     that the nose gear would extend if I ever suffered a
hydraulic problem.  WRONG !!!

                     In my case, the nose gear did extend BUT the gas strut
did not lock the nose gear down.  (dont ask)
                     Later exam showed the gas strut to have only 51 psi
BUMMER

Anyway, the cost of a new gas strut is small and since a retraction test is
required each annual,  it would only require
a few extra minutes and a few extra $$$ to install a new gas strut and have
some peace of mind.

Regards, Bill Hogarty

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