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5-40. Wrapping Stabilator Trim Drum. (Refer to Figure 5-14, Sketch D or G.)
A. To wrap the trim drum, ascertain that the screw and drum assembly is removed from the aircraft.
B. Locate the center of the rear trim cable (2), measuring from end to end. Insert the trim cable into the
drum slot and install lockpin. Mark one end of the drum (16) to be top as it will be installed in the
aircraft. The cable from the top of the drum wraps down in a clockwise direction 9-1/4 (9.25) turns,
the lower cable wraps up in a counterclockwise direction 9-1/4 (9.25) turns. Insert the drum into its
frame (10). Insert trim screw (11) through the drum and install screw stops (14). Maintain a
maximum of .002 inch between bushing and drum. Install the two bracket angles (15) to the drum
frame with the support side bracket bolts installed. Install the two cable guards and center the drum
between the two screw stops. The drum assembly may be installed on the aircraft, refer to
Paragraph 5-38.
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Figure 5-16. Stabilator Adjustment Point
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