References

References

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

Squawk issues

Notion

Torque

Reference

Metrics nuts

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

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)

Special cases

ITEMTORQUE VALUE (Nm)TORQUE VALUE (ft.lb)NOTES
Wing mounting bolts (front) (AN7).5540.57 
Wing mounting bolts (rear) (AN5).1813.28 
Main spar bolts (AN4).75.16 
Main landing gear mounting bolts (M10).2518.44 
Propeller mounting bolts spacer to propeller hub (M8).2014.75Airmaster AP430CTF-WWR72B propeller
Propeller mounting bolts spacer to engine flange (M8).2417.70 
Engine mounting bolts (suspension frame to engine mount) (M10).3828.023NOTE: 38 Nm for oiled thread. 30 Nm for greased thread.
Engine mount mounting bolts (securing engine mount to engine firewall) (AN5).1611.80 
Nose wheel bolts11.38.33 
Safety belt bolts (3 points)2014.75 
Door bolts (hinge to canopy)2518.44 
Fuel pump banjo bolts (M12)20.315 
Fuel pump banjo bolts (M14)25.819 
Master Relay mounting bolts (1/4-20)6.24.58 (55 in-lb) 
GTP59 OAT probe11.38.33 (100 in-lb) 
Rudder middle/top bolts (AN4)6.24.58 (55 in-lb)Calculated for extended torque arm
Regulator A grounding terminal (M4)1.20.92 (11 in-lb) 

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

Battery Lug Crimping Sizes

GaugeCrimper Size
AWG235MM
AWG425MM

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

CAN Bus

On my harness, CAN bus always use white as High, and White/Blue as Low.

G3X hardware

Important Part Numbers

Through the build I am making some mods, buying parts not included in the factory kit. And the kit comes with some pre-made parts. | Category | Part | Description | | :—————— | :——————- | :—————————————————————— | | Tail | Trim servo | Ray Allen T2-7A | | | Tail light | Aveo minimax aero | | | Nav lights | Aero Pulsar NSR | | Wing | Pitot/AOA | Garmin GAP 26 Heated/Regulated | | | Fuel cap | Newton Aero 200 | | | Fuel sender | VDO 10-180 ohm | | | Fuel sender gasket | Custom made (Garlock 3000) | | | Fuel Pump mod | Aerospace Innovation Intelligent Fuel Boost System | | Fuel and oil system | Fuel Manifold | Aerospace Innovation Naviflow | | | All hoses | Aerospace Innovation LifeLine system | | | NACA Duct connection | 3D printed parts (ref) | | Paint | Interior | Primer - Rustoleum self-etching | | | | Primer - Stewart System Ekoprime | | | | Top coat - Stewart System EkoCrylic | | Fuselage | Static port | Vans static port | | | Fuel Selector | FS2020 Duplex |