bravo 1 drive play

[rssteiny]

My drives are off was checking the gimbal ring for play i have a tad bit of play in the bottom pin on the gimbal ring and i have 1/6" side play on both helmets inside the ring but no up and down play,any thing i should do.

Thanks

[Pismo10]

Tighten those two nuts at the top of the gimbal facing aft. Do it every season.

[rssteiny]

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[boatnt]

the right way is to loosen them and then torque evenly to
53lbs

[1BIGJIM]

Originally Posted by rssteiny

My drives are off was checking the gimbal ring for play i have a tad bit of play in the bottom pin on the gimbal ring and i have 1/6" side play on both helmets inside the ring but no up and down play,any thing i should do.

Thanks

You can remove the lower swivel shaft by removing the cotter key. The shaft is probably worn out. It also has a bushing that can also be worn out. I can post some pictures if you like.

[rssteiny]

Originally Posted by 1BIGJIM

You can remove the lower swivel shaft by removing the cotter key. The shaft is probably worn out. It also has a bushing that can also be worn out. I can post some pictures if you like.

Yes please

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