bravo 1 drive play

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03-10-2010 | 07:33 AM

rssteiny

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bravo 1 drive play

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.

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03-10-2010 | 09:29 AM

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

03-10-2010 | 12:37 PM

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03-10-2010 | 05:30 PM

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

03-10-2010 | 07:33 PM

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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.

03-11-2010 | 05:32 PM

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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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