References

References

This is some reference/lookup charts I use throughout the build.

Squawk issues

https://n532sl.youtrack.cloud/dashboard

Drill size

Reference: KAI introduction chapter

Rivet typeDiameterDrill bit hole size
Dome head and Countersunk rivet2.4 mm (3/32”)2.4 mm
Dome head and Countersunk rivet3.2 mm (1/8”)3.3 mm
Dome head and Countersunk rivet4.0 mm (5/32”)4.1 mm
Dome head and Countersunk rivet4.8 mm (3/16”)4.9 mm

Sealants

  • Loctite 222

    • Inspection panel screws, elevator trim motor installation screws.
    • Propeller extension (bolts securing propeller hub / assembly to the propeller extension).
    • VHF antenna retaining screws.
    • Instrument panel retaining screws.
    • Navigation light retaining screws.
    • Strobe light retaining screws.
    • Fuselage fairings.
    • Fuel selector valve retaining screws.
  • Loctite 243

    • Autopilot aileron and elevator servo mounting screws.
    • Propeller extension (bolts securing propeller extension to engine flange).
    • Bolt securing main wheel fairing to main axle spacer.
  • Loctite 557

    • Fuel hose and oil pipe fitting threads.
    • Brake line fittings.

Reference

Torque

Reference

AN nuts

DesignationUSA Size (in)EU Size (mm)Total torque (in.lb)Thread SizeWrench size (in)AC 43.13 torque rangeTAF maintenance manualMeasured friction drag torque
AN33/164.82910-323/820-2518-245
AN41/46.35761/4-287/1650-7051-807
AN55/167.941505/16-241/2100-1401212
AN63/89.53159-1893/8-249/16160-190159-189 
  • AC 43.13 max torque + (measured friction drag x0.8 for torque wrench accuracy)

Metrics nuts

https://www.fastenermart.com/files/metric_tighten_torques.pdf

FAA material

  • Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection and Repair: AC 43.13-1B

  • 51% Rule

    • The offcial rule: AC_20-27G
    • Explaining the rule with example: Aid

Videos

Stores

  • Wire: https://www.prowireusa.com/c-58-tefzel-sb-shielded-wire.html
  • Another Wire store: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/shieldwire.php
  • GT150 connectors: https://www.customconnectorkits.com/
  • Gaske: https://www.grainger.com/