On Friday, August 21, 2015 at 9:12:52 PM UTC-4, son_of_flubber wrote:
On Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 2:06:24 PM UTC-5, wrote:

We also change bolts at least once a year.
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Is this just 'common sense' or is it recommended in a maintenance manual or AD?

I'm looking for information specifically about the failure of one of these bolts. I've scanned through the Piper PA-25 AD index and did not find an AD that mentions them. Are there known cases of these bolts failing and gear collapsing?

Maybe the information is out there and I just don't know how to find it. Sharing of your expertise is very much appreciated.

It's called, "After having bolts break as well as tabs, it's easier to replace bolts & look things over frequently.... rather than wait until it breaks (usually middle of a busy day....)".

I've helped a few times, Hank has been through it a lot more times.

Depends on number of landings, how hard were they & how smooth the field.

I am not aware of a specific document stating the shorter changes/"look overs".