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Procedure Cessna 172, 1978

How do I safety wire a turnbuckle using the double wrap method?

Task

Safety wire a turnbuckle

Aircraft

Cessna 172, 1978

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   Double Wrap MethodFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-79
2. 2
   Turnbuckle safetying guideFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-79
3. 3
   TurnbucklesFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-79
4. 4
   Single Wrap MethodFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-79
5. 5
   General Safety Wiring RulesFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-80
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   TurnbucklesFAA-H-8083-30B, p. 7-72

How do I safety wire a turnbuckle using the double wrap method?

1. Use two separate lengths of the proper wire, sized from Figure 7-76. 2
2. Run one end through the hole in the barrel and bend the ends toward opposite ends of the turnbuckle. 1
3. Pass the second length into the hole and bend the ends along the barrel on the side opposite the first. 1
4. Pass the wires in opposite directions through the holes in the turnbuckle eyes or between the jaws of the fork. 1
5. Bend the laid wires in place before cutting off the wrapped wire. Wrap the remaining length at least four turns around the shank and cut it off. 1
6. Repeat the procedure at the opposite end of the turnbuckle. 1

Reference only — verify against the manufacturer's current maintenance data and applicable ADs before performing work.

FAA-H-8083-30B Page 7-79

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