Piper SARATOGA PA-32-301 Maintenance Manual page 521

Figure 74-13. Checking Flyweight Axial
Wear with Drill Shank
PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-32-301/301T
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FLYWEIGHT GAUGE
11-10041
Figure 74-14. Checking Flyweight Radial
Wear with Gauge
-NOTE-
A true and accurate check of the clearance between theflyweights
and stop pins can only be obtained by pulling theflyweight outward
as described Do not attempt the check by pushing in on the
flyweight at point "A "of Figure 74-11.
2. Inspect impulse coupling stop pins for damage. If pins are bent. damaged orexcessively worn. remo e
pins using a suitable drift and arbor press. Press new pins into flange until dimension shown in Figure 74-12 is
obtained.
3. Visually inspect flyweight securing washers and flyweights. particularly in area around the axle hole
for crack. Grip washers with pliers and exert moderate turning force to check looseness. If washer moves or
any cracks are found. reject cam assembly.
4. Inspect for axial wear between flyweight and axle using shank of a new No. 35 drill as a gauge. Hold
flyweight so the outer radius is in alignment with the rim of the cam flange and try to insert the drill shank
between the flange and flyweight as shown in Figure 74-14. Do not force the drill. If the drill can be inserted.
replace the cam assembly.
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Revised: August 9. 1984