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D. Adhesive should only be applied to that area to be covered by the seal. If necessary, tape off the
affected area. The adhesive can be thinned as required with toluol. Apply adhesive in a continuous
coat of .002 to .010 of an inch thick.
E. Apply a continuous coat of adhesive of the same thickness to the seal.
F. With the adhesive applied to the mating surface and seal, allow them to cure 30 to 60 min. apart before
bonding them in place.
G. With reference to Figure 52-1a, make sure the seal is properly aligned before allowing the surfaces to
come in contact. The seal should not be stretched or pulled such that the cross section of the seal is
reduced or distorted. Make sure the door closes properly and that an airtight seal is produced.
H. After positioning the seal, apply pressure to remove air bubbles and assure firm contact.
BAGGAGE DOOR.
REMOVAL OF BAGGAGE DOOR.
With the door open remove the hinge pin from the hinge and remove the door.
INSTALLATION OF BAGGAGE DOOR.
Place the door in position so that the hinge halves are properly matched and install the hinge pin. It will not be
necessary to replace the hinge pin with a new pin if it is free of bends and wear.
PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA - 4 4 - 1 8 0 / 1 8 0 T
AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Figure 52-2. Fabricated Tool for Baggage Door Lock
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Revised: May 15, 1989