Mailing List lml@lancaironline.net Message #6649
From: James Frantz <LFrantz@compuserve.com>
Sender: James Frantz <LFrantz@compuserve.com>
Subject: Rudder cable lubricant for 320/360
Date: Sun, 10 Sep 2000 10:35:39 -0400
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Message text written by INTERNET:lancair.list@olsusa.com
I hate the thought of changing the cables and/or guides, but this may be
the only solution. Any suggestions?<

I screwed up by not lubricating the rudder cables when they were installed.
I ordered some teflon lubricant on the recommendation of others but have
not gotten around to trying it out.  Removing my cables to lub them is a
job that I have not had time to accomplish.  I too would appreciate any
comments. Has anybody had any luck trying to lube the cables without
removal?

I have noticed that the friction in the rudder system increases
dramatically as the tension on the cables is increased.  For example, too
tight a spring system pulling the rudders forward or lightly pushing on
both rudder pedals at the same time will cause undesirable friction which I
have learned to tolerate.  Jim Frantz

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