Over time the performance of the centering torsion spring in the nose wheel steering system degrades. It is not unusual for this gradual effect to go unnoticed.
This centering torsion spring is located in the rear cover of the steering capstan assembly. Its replacement is on condition, meaning there is no Chapter 5 replacement schedule. However it is easily installed when the nose gear steering unit is removed during the nose gear strut assembly corrosion prevention procedure.
The current price of the spring is less than $80; a very small price to pay for increased performance benefit.
Duncan Aviation techs have discovered other items that can have an adverse effect on the nose steering system performance.
If you have questions about this or other technical issues about the operation of your Gulfstream, contact your Duncan Aviation Gulfstream Tech Rep.
Garity, Tim - Airframe Tech Rep - Lincoln, NE (LNK). Aviation professional since 1974.
Airframes: Astra, Embraer, Gulfstream, Westwind Direct: +1 402.479.1546 |
Kluthe, Brad - Airframe Tech Rep - Lincoln, NE (LNK). Aviation professional since 1986.
Airframes: Embraer, Gulfstream Direct: +1 402.479.8172 |
Overheul, Jim - Airframe Tech Rep - Battle Creek, MI (BTL). Aviation professional since 1984.
Airframes: Astra, Embraer, Gulfstream, Westwind Direct: +1 269.969.8477 |
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