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

DescriptionUnitAN3AN4AN5AN6
USA sizeinch3/161/45/163/8
EU sizemm4.806.357.949.53
Thread size 10-321/4-285/16-243/8-24
Wrench sizeinch3/87/161/29/16
AC 43.13 torque range AN365 fine threadinch/lbs20-2550-70100-140160-190
TAF maintenance manual (including friction drag)inch/lbs18-2451-7099-139159-189
Measured friction drag torqueinch/lbs5712 
Total torqueinch/lbs2976150 
  • AC 43.13 max torque + (measured friction drag x0.8 for torque wrench accuracy)

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/