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First annual
Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2017 2:21 pm
by vaflyer
I'm getting ready to do my first annual on my C-170B, serial #20418. I'm looking for advice on common problems and areas that require extra scrutiny, etc. I have a F&M filter on the C-145, not sure if there are any special items to look at on this filter assembly. Also 180 gear, scott tailwheel. I have a copy of the Cessna series 100 service manual dated 1 FEB 1962. What and how do I get the current manual? Please excuse my ignorance!
Re: First annual
Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2017 4:43 pm
by GAHorn
The Cessna 100 Series Service Manual, 1962 and Prior is the current manual, although the latest revision may be obtained from Cessna Publications. (Unlikely to have much more useful info than your present copy of the manual...but it's technically more "legal".)
Corrosion, Landing gear attach, wing attach, rudder cables in aft of fuselage, rudder pedals wear/looseness, stabilizer spars and bulkhead for cracks, and all the rest of the 100 hour items. PAPERWORK on all installed equipment and modifications. Just a few of the many items others will also likely mention.
Re: First annual
Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2017 11:24 pm
by ghostflyer
I would look at your log books very carefully and then have a look and identify all mods and STC,s . Some mods and STC,s are written up correctly but over time and different owners , they are removed or changed . Some PMA parts are authorized for some models and not others so a careful scrutiny of the aircraft and log books has to be done . Have a look,at all the AD,s that are applicable also. Plus Cessna releases "Service Letters" and some times these are incorporated but have they been done correctly and completed. The FAA web site has a lot of good information about your model and legal STC,s .
Re: First annual
Posted: Thu Sep 14, 2017 1:41 am
by Ryan Smith
He's got Greg Hren's 170. I feel confident that the mods were done properly.
Check your main tailwheel leaf spring, tailwheel bracket, MLG bolts (if they can be torqued, they have stretched and should be replaced) as well as the gear leg shims and extrusions.
Re: First annual
Posted: Thu Sep 14, 2017 10:19 pm
by vaflyer
Thanks and keep them coming!!
Re: First annual
Posted: Fri Sep 15, 2017 3:45 am
by c170b53
Engine mount to firewall rubber bushings, condition of various ground straps in engine compartment.