Thread: Sticking yoke
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Old February 23rd 06, 03:52 PM posted to rec.aviation.owning
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Default Sticking yoke

soxinbox wrote:
My plane is a turbo arrow IV. The sticking is definitely right in the
bearing that goes through the panel. It provides just a little bit of
resistance so that when you try to make fine adjustments, its sticks and
then gives a little causing me to slightly overshoot. It does not pose a
real problem, but I think I would be more precise if it was smooth as silk.
I am now working on my instrument rating and that is all about being smooth.


That sticking / overshooting phenomenon is endemic to the whole Cherokee model
line if that bearing is not kept lubricated. I used a silicone lubricant when I
owned one. It makes a huge difference in the flying qualities of the airplane.
Reapply the silicone every oil change.