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PSM NO.: 1–6–7 AIRCRAFT: DHC-6 SERIES: ALL

PUBLICATION: Inspection Requirements Manual TEMPORARY REVISION NO.:162

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Insert pages 1 and 2 of this TR in Basic Inspection – 27, facing page 3
Insert pages 3 and 4 of this TR in Basic Inspection – 27, after page 19

BASIC INSPECTION 27

This Temporary Revision has been approved under the authority of the Design Approval
Organization, DAO #04-V-02.

Date............................................ Signed................................................................

REASON FOR ISSUE:

To include inspection for rudder pedal cracking and Figure 2 to show typical cracking on the rudder pedals.

ACTION:
In Basic Inspection 27, ignore existing page 2 and insert revised page, as shown on page 2 of this
Temporary Revision.

In Basic Inspection 27, insert Figure 2 after page 19, as shown on page 3 of this Temporary Revision.

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RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS:
Record this Temporary Revision No. and the relevant information in the appropriate columns of the
TEMPORARY REVISION INDEX provided at the front of the manual.

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2. Rudder Torque Tube Condition and security; linkage and X X X X X X
and Quadrants push rod installations for security.
(Card 15–10)

2.a. Rudder Torque Tube Condition and proper operation; X X X X X X

and Quadrants - Gust brackets and connecting rods for cracks,
Lock Control buckling and security.
Airworthiness Note Refer to Service Bulletin No.
Directive 6/508 and A.D., if applicable. or Every 2 years
T.C. CF-90-01 whichever occurs first
(Card 15–11)

3.(1) Rudder Pedal Support assembly, push rods levers X X X X X X

Installation and linkages for condition and security;
pedals for full and free movement,
condition and security; pedals for
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if cracked.
(Card 16–10)

3.(2) Rudder Pedal Remove clevis pin and upper bolts from X X
Installation rudder pedal push rod ends and wheel
brake rod ends; inspect pins, bearing
and rod ends for wear. Install clevis pins
and upper bolts.
(Card 30–01)

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4.(1) Rudder, Elevator and Cables (from beneath flight compartment X X X X X X
Aileron Control Cables floor to wings and empennage) for
fraying corrosion, flattening, proper
attachment and security; pulleys for
condition and freedom of movement;
pulley brackets and guides for condition
and security; turnbuckles for security.
Detailed visual inspection of cable
terminals for signs of corrosion pits or
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cracks.
Note 1. Refer to Service Bulletin
No. 6/523, if applicable.
Note 2. Ensure adequate clearance
with adjacent electrical
conduits, structure and other
systems, making allowance
for vibratory motion of cable
when under tension. or Every 12 months
whichever occurs first.
Note 3. In the event of early
or abnormal cable wear
at pulley(s), replace the
worn cable(s) and the
corresponding pulley(s).
(Cards 15–15, 18–06, 19–01, 20–11,
21–10, CAL 18–6)

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4.(2) Rudder, Elevator and Replace control cables.
Aileron Control Cables
(Landplanes operated outside a marine
Every 60 months
or saline environment only)
(Card SP2–C9)
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4.(3) Rudder, Elevator and Replace elevator and rudder control
Aileron Control Cables cables.
(Floatplanes and/or landplanes operated
in a marine or saline environment)
Every 12 months
Note Aileron control cables are 60
months.
(Card SP1–E5)

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4.(4) Rudder, Elevator and Check cable tension. X X X X X X
Aileron Control Cables
Note 1. Inspect cables for fraying,
corrosion, flattening, security
and deterioration of protective
coatings. Special attention on
either side of pulley clusters
at Stations 267.00, 332.00 and
376.00 for corrosion. Apply
external lubricant to carbon
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steel non-jacketed cables in

accordance with Maintenance
Manual. Do not lubricate
stainless steel or jacketed
cables. or Every 12 months
whichever occurs first.
Note 2. It is important to operate
controls through full range
during inspection so that
cables move away from
pulleys and all portions
of cables are exposed for
inspection.

Note 3. Remove all access panels

that are required to get free
and clear view of area being
inspected. Install all access
panels.

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(Cards 18–22, CAL 18–22)
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4.(4) Rudder, Elevator and Note 4. Stainless Steel control
Aileron Control Cables cables are available in lieu of
Carbon Steel Cables. Refer
to Maintenance Manual and
Structural Repair Manual and
Structural Repair Manual for
specific tasks when using
stainless steel in lieu of
carbon steel cables.
5.(1) Rudder and Elevator Cables for full and free movement; X X X X X X
Trim Tab Controls fraying, kinks, flattening, proper
(Flight Compartment to attachment and security; turnbuckles
Empennage) for security, pulleys for freedom of
operation; pulley brackets for condition
and security. Detailed visual inspection
of cables terminals for signs of corrosion

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pits or cracks.
(Cards 16–12, 18–18, 19–01)

5.(2) Rudder and Elevator Check cable tension. X X X X X X

Trim Tab Controls
(Flight Compartment to or Every 12 months
Empennage)
(Cards 18–22, CAL 18–22)

5.a. Trim Pulley Brackets Trim cables for condition, fraying, X X X X X X X X X X X X

and Cables corrosion, flattening, proper attachment
and security. Nylon cable jacket for
condition, cracking and necking down in
diameter. Pulleys (bulkhead and elevator
torque tube) for condition and freedom of
movement, pulley brackets for condition

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and security. Lubricate pulley bracket
bushings at elevator torque tube.
(Card 12–02)
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6. Rudder and Elevator
Trim Tab Drive
Mechanisms
6.a. Rudder and Elevator Condition of cable drum grooves, smooth X X X X X X X X X X X X
Trim Tab Drive operation and security. Lubricate.
Mechanisms - Screw
Jacks (Card 12–01)

6.b. Rudder and Elevator Condition and security of attachment. X X X X X X

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Trim Tab Drive

Mechanisms - Pushrod (Card 19–05(b))

7. Rudder Gear Tab

Mechanism
7.a.(1) Rudder Gear Tab Condition and security of mounting X X X X X X
Mechanism - Rudder plate installation and cover; tab pushrod
Gearbox for security and evidence of irregular
operation during rudder movement.
(Card 19–05(a))

7.a.(2) Rudder Gear Tab Gearbox for play. X X

Mechanism - Rudder
Gearbox (Card FUN–G8)

7.b. Rudder Gear Tab Condition and security. X X X X X X

Mechanism - Gearbox
Linkage (Card 19–05(b))

8. Aileron System

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8.a. Aileron Trim Actuator Condition, smooth operation and X X X X X X
Unit security; electrical wiring and
connections for security (Power On).
Clean as required.
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8.b. Aileron Trim - Linkages Condition and security. X X X X X X
(Card 20–04)

8.c. Aileron Trim - Position Security of mounting and brackets; X X X X X X

Transmitter wiring and connections for security.
Clean as required.
(Card 20–04)

8.d.(1) Aileron Trim - Position Condition and security; wiring and X X X X X X

Indicator connectors for security.
(Pre Mod 6/2047) (Card 16–05)

8.d.(2) Aileron Trim - Position Function test (Power On). X X X X X X X X X X X X

Indicator
(Pre Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C10)

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8.e. Aileron Trim - Position Display indication function test, neutral X X X X X X X X X X X X
Indication and full range of travel.
(Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C12)

8.f. Aileron Position Voltage check. X X X X X X

(Mod 6/2047) (Card 20–20)

8.g. Aileron Position Condition and security; cables for X X X X X X

Transmitter security; support structure for condition
(Mod 6/2047) and security.
(Card 20–10)

9. Flap System
9.a.(1) Flap System - Flap Condition and security of mounting and X
Actuator leakage.

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9.a.(2) Flap System - Flap Remove for bench (pressure) test. X
Actuator Install serviceable unit.
(Card CT–J–B4)

9.b.(1) Flap System - Selector Condition and security of mounting X

Valve and leakage; selector pulleys properly
secured to spindle.
(Card 04–01)
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9.b.(2) Flap System - Selector Remove for bench (pressure) test. X

Valve Install serviceable unit.
(Card CT–J–B5)

9.c.(1) Flap System - Flap Cables (flight compartment to fuselage X X X X X X X X X X X X

Selector and Follow-up flap actuator drive mechanism) for
Cables condition, corrosion, fraying, flattening
and security of attachment. Turnbuckles
for security; pulleys for condition and
freedom of operation. Detailed visual
inspection of cable terminals for signs of
corrosion pits or cracks.
(Card 11–09)

9.c.(2) Flap System - Flap Check cable tension. X X X X X X

Selector and Follow-up
Cables (Cards 18–22, CAL 18–22) or Every 12 months

9.d. Flap System - Selector Condition, proper detent action X X X X

Lever movement and security. Lubricate.

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(Card 23–02)

9.e. Flap System - Drip Trays Condition and security; fluid content; X
remove, dry out and install pads as
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9.f. Flap System - Indicator Cable and spring for condition, corrosion, X X X X X X
Cable and Spring fraying, flattening and security of
attachment; spring for condition, tension,
(Pre Mod 6/2023)
security; indicator for smooth operation;
(Flight Compartment) dracon cable cord at window frame
small pulley locations for conditions.
(Card 16–14)

9.g. Flap System - Position Security of mounting and brackets; X X X X X X

Transmitter wiring and connections for security.
Clean as required.
(Mod 6/2047)
(Card 20–10)

9.h. Flap System - Position Display indication function test, neutral X X X X X X X X X X X X

Indication and full range of travel.
(Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C12)

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10. Flap/Elevator
Interconnect System
10.a. Flap/Elevator Condition, freedom of operation and X X X X X X X X X X X X
Interconnect System - security. Lubricate.
Interconnect Ball Screw
Jack (Card 11–10)

10.b. Flap/Elevator Condition, freedom of operation and X X X X X X X X X X X X

Interconnect System - security. Lubricate.
Interconnect Tab Screw
Jack (Card 12–08)

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10.c.(1) Flap/Elevator Condition, corrosion, fraying, flattening X X X X X X
Interconnect System and security of attachment. Turnbuckles
- Interconnect Trim for security; pulleys for condition,
Cables security and freedom of operation.
Detailed visual inspection of cable
terminals for signs of corrosion pits or
cracks.
(Cards 18–03, 19–01)
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10.c.(2) Flap/Elevator Check cable tension. X X X X X X

Interconnect System
- Interconnect Trim or Every 12 months
Cables (Cards 18–22, CAL 18–22)

11. Flight Control Condition, corrosion and security; X X X X X X

Quadrants bearings for condition and security.
Condition of stops. Clean as required.
(Flight Compartment)
(Card 15–09)

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11.a. Flight Control Condition and freedom of movement; X X X X X X X X X X X X
Quadrants - Elevator loose torque tube attach bolts, mounting
Quadrant bracket for condition, cracks, and
security.
(Aft Fuselage)
Airworthiness Note 1. Refer to Service Bulletin
Directive No. 6/379 and A.D. CF-79-02
T.C. CF-79-02 and FAA 79-14-01.
T.C. CF-72-06
F.A.A. 79-14-01 Note 2. Visually inspect elevator
F.A.A. 89-24-06 quadrant for indication of
distortion every 400 flight
hours (Refer to SB 6/511
and A.D.s CF-72-06 and
FAA 89-24-06). Note that FAA
requires repetitive inspections
every 200 flight hours.

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(Card 12–04)

WARNING INSPECT WITHIN 25

FLIGHT HOURS IF
PARKED AIRCRAFT
SUBJECTED TO GROUND
WINDS WITH MEAN
VELOCITY OF 35 MPH OR
GREATER. MEAN WIND
SPEEDS OF 35 MPH WILL
GENERATE WIND GUSTS
UP TO 65 MPH.

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11.b. Flight Control Quadrants for condition, cracks and
Quadrants - Overhead security; cable attachment for security;
Every 100 hours
Console (Flap) smooth movement and complete travel
Quadrants of operation.
(Pre Mod 6/1895) Note Refer to Service Bulletin
Polycarbonate/Melaine No. 6/298, 6/519 and A.D.,
if applicable, for crack
(Flight Compartment) inspection intervals.
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Airworthiness
Directive
T.C. CF-73-06
F.A.A. 73-19-06
F.A.A. 93-10-08 (Card SP2–C2)

11.c. Flight Control Quadrants for condition and security; X X X X X X

Quadrants - Overhead cable attachment for security; smooth
Console (Flap) and freedom of movement.
Quadrants
(Mod 6/1895)
Aluminum
(Flight Compartment) (Card 16–16)

11.d. Flight Control Condition and security, bearings for X X X X X X

Quadrants - Aileron condition, cable guides for security.
Flight Control Cable Clean as required.
Quadrants in Cabin
Roof (Card 18–07)

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12. Elevator Control Lever Condition, full and free movement, X X X X X X
and Connecting Rod security, attaching brackets for cracks
and distortion.
(Card 15–14)
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13. Flight Control Rods with Condition, corrosion and security;
following Fail Safe Mods bearings for corrosion, security and
6/1703, 6/1718, 6/1721, clean as required; draught excluder
6/1734 and 6/1735 boots (where applicable) for splitting,
(2024T81 material deterioration and security.
with fail safe sleeves
On rods with magneformed (swaged)
installed)
ends pay particular attention to
Airworthiness inspection of the swaged area for Every 800 hours
Directive condition. Worn or tight rotating or 1 year
T.C. CF-80-03 bearings must be replaced on all rods whichever occurs first
F.A.A. 80-13-11 immediately. Refer to Figure 1.

Note Refer to Service Bulletin No.

6/390 and 6/502, and A.D.
if applicable, for inspection
interval.

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(Card SP2–C5)

13.a. Flight Control Rods Condition, corrosion and security;

Pre Mods 6/1486, bearings for corrosion, security and
6/1488 and 6/1489 clean as required; draught excluder
material boots (where applicable) for splitting,
(2024T3 material deterioration and security.
with fail safe sleeves
On rods with magneformed (swaged)
installed)
ends pay particular attention to
(Pre Mods 6/1703, inspection of the swaged area for Every 400 hours
6/1721, 6/1734 condition. Worn or tight rotating or 6 months
and 6/1735) bearings must be replaced on all rods whichever occurs first
immediately. Refer to Figure 1.
Airworthiness
Directive
Note Refer to Service Bulletin No.
T.C. CF 80-03

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6/390 and 6/502, and A.D.
F.A.A. 80-13-11
if applicable for inspection
interval.
(Card SP2–C3)
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13.b. Flap Control Condition, corrosion and security;
Mod 6/1487 Rods with bearings for corrosion, security and
Mods 6/1710, 6/1714 clean as required; draught excluder
(2024T81 material with boots (where applicable) for splitting,
sleeves) deterioration and security.
Airworthiness On rods with magneformed (swaged)
Directive ends pay particular attention to
T.C. CF-79-22 inspection of the swaged area for Every 800 hours
F.A.A. 80-03-08 condition. Worn or tight rotating or 1 year
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bearings must be replaced on all rods whichever occurs first

immediately. Refer to Figure 1.

Note Refer to Service Bulletin No.

6/388 and 6/381, and A.D.
if applicable, for inspection
interval.
(Card SP2–C4)

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13.c. Flight and Flap Condition, corrosion and security;
Control Rods to bearings for corrosion, security and
Mods 6/1781 clean as required; draught excluder
Fuse/Wing boots (where applicable) for splitting,
6/1785 Elevator deterioration and security.
6/1791 Aileron
On rods with magneformed (swaged)
6/1792 Elevator
ends pay particular attention to
6/2109 Aileron
inspection of the swaged area for
6/1802 Rudder
condition. Worn or tight rotating
bearings must be replaced on all rods
immediately. Refer to Figure 1.
6061 material with For Post Mod 6061 material rods do not
Magneformed Fail Safe remove the paint and primer from the rod
Sleeves ends to carry out the visual inspection. Every 2400 hours
Deterioration of the inb'd foreflap or 2 years
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pushrod draught excluder requires whichever occurs first
Directive
replacement of the draught excluder.
T.C. CF-80-03
Worn or tight rotating bearings must be
T.C. CF-79-22
replaced on all rods immediately.
F.A.A. 80-03-08
Note 1. Refer to Service Bulletin
No. 6/502.

Note 2. For aileron control rods

C6CW1080–1 machined
from 7075 alloy, follow same
inspection intervals as for
6061 material (refer to Service
Bulletin No. 6/390, Table 2).
(Card SP2–C7)

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14. Wing Root Rib/Flap Condition, wear and security; proper X X X X X X
Pushrod Roller clearance between rod surface and
Assembly roller; freedom of operation.
(Mod 6/1707) (Cards 20–14a, 21–13a)
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14.a. Wing Root Rib/Flap Lubricate inside surface of spacer and X X X X X X
Pushrod Roller bolt.
Assembly
(Cards 20–14b, 21–13b,CAL 20–14b, Or Every 12 months
CAL 21–13b) whichever occurs first
15. Stall Warning System
15.a.(1) Stall Light and Horn Stall light and horn for condition and X X X X X X X X X X X X
security.
(Pre Mod 6/2028)
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(Cards 09–09, 09–10)

15.a.(2) Stall Light and Horn Function test. (Power on). X

(Pre Mod 6/2028) (Card FUN–B9)

15.b.(1) Stall Light Stall light for condition and security. X X X X X X X X X X X X

(Mod 6/2028) (Card 09–09A)

15.b.(2) Stall Light Function test. (Power on). X

(Mod 6/2028) (Card FUN-B9)

15.c.(1) Lift Detector Vanes Vanes for condition, free movement and X
security.
(Wing)
(Card RA–EXT–05)

15.c.(2) Lift Detector Vanes Freedom of movement, condition, X

corrosion and security. Function test.
(Wing)
(Power on).
(Card FUN–B1)

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15.d. Cam and Limit Switch (Fuselage flap drive mechanism) Cam X X X X X X
Mechanism and limit switch for condition and
security.
(Card 18–04)
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16.(1) Flight Control System Operational test with trim tabs for full and X
freedom of movement and wing flaps in
normal and emergency mode condition.
(Cards FUN–B8, FUN–B5)

16.(2) Flight Control System Check control surfaces alignment with X X

external rigging marks; for rudder, check
dimension “L”.
(Card FUN–G5)

16.(3) Flight Control System Check all trim and gear tabs for free play. X X
(Card FUN–G6)

17. Rudder System

17.a. Rudder Position Condition and security; cables for X X X X X X
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(Mod 6/2047) and condition.
(Card 20–10)

17.b. Rudder Trim Tab Condition and security; cables for X X X X X X

Position Transmitter security, support structure for security
(Mod 6/2047) and condition.
(Card 20–10)

17.c. Rudder Trim Tab Display indication function test, neutral X X X X X X X X X X X X

Position Indication and full range of travel.
(Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C12)

17.d. Alignment of Operational test. X X X X X X X X X X X X

Mechanical Rudder
Trim Pointer and EFIS

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(Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C13)
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17.e. Rudder Position Voltage check. X X X X X X
(Mod 6/2047) (Card 20–20)

18. Elevator System

18.a. Elevator Position Condition and security; cables for X X X X X X
Transmitter security support structure for security
(Mod 6/2047) and condition.
(Card 20–10)
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18.b. Elevator Trim Tab Condition and security; cables for X X X X X X

Position Transmitter security, support structure for security
(Mod 6/2047) and condition.
(Card 20–10)

18.c. Elevator Trim Tab Display indication function test, neutral X X X X X X X X X X X X

Position Indication and full range of travel.
(Mod 6/2047) (Card FUN–C12)

18.d. Alignment of Operational test. X X X X X X X X X X X X

Mechanical Pitch Trim
Pointer and EFIS Pitch
Trim Display
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18.e. Elevator Position Voltage check. X X X X X X

(Mod 6/2047) (Card 20–20)

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Figure 1: Inspection of Flight Control Rods with Magneformed (S)

Inspection of Flight Control Rods with Magneformed (Swaged) Ends

Figure 1

PART 1 BASIC INSPECTION - 27

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Rudder Pedal Typical Cracking

Figure 2

Basic Inspection 27 (TR 162)

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Basic Inspection 27 (TR 162)

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