Lycoming Service Bulletin No. 574A
Cylinder Stud Hole Cross-Threaded
Models Effected: Any Lycoming engine model listed in Table 1 that was manufactured, rebuilt, or overhauled between September 7, 2006 and October 18, 2006. Any cylinder kit listed in Table 2 that was received between September 8, 2006 and October 18, 2006.
Time of Compliance: At the next maintenance effect or within 50 hours of engine operation whichever occurs first. Certain cylinders either installed in an engine or received in a cylinder kit listed in Tables 1 and 2 between September 8, 2006 and October 18, 2006 may have a cross-threaded cylinder stud hole. This stud holds the shroud tube retaining compotents. If the stud is loose due to the cross-threading, the shroud tubes will also become loose and subsequent damage to the engine may occur due to the loss of engine oil.
CAP Aircraft Affected:
- NY Wing: N235NY
- AL Wing: N97477
- NJ Wing: N19NJ
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