REMOVE BOTTOM GEARBOX

This tutorial shows how to remove the Bottom Gearbox from the XE-1

1. Work Instruction - Remove Bottom Gearbox

TOOLS REQUIRED

ID Description Task
  5 mm Hex Drive / Allen Key Loosen M6 Cap Screws
  10 mm Open / Combination Wrench Loosen M6 Nylock Nut


1.1 Loosen and remove the two aft M6 nylock nuts. [Tools: 10 mm Wrench, 5 mm Hex Key]

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1.2 Remove the two aft 45 mm length cap screws that lock in the Bottom Gearbox. [Tools: By Hand]

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1.3 Remove the Bottom Gearbox from the Frame and disengage the Bottom Gearbox Input Shaft from the Propeller Drive Shaft.

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INFO

INFORMATION: Inspect the Gearbox. If excessive wear and/or damage is detected, it is strongly recommended that the Propeller Drive Shaft Assembly is also removed and inspected.