My mistake, very poor choice of phrasing. Lubricated with grease instead of something like graphite. Again this was relayed to be by another pilot. I currently fly a bird with automatic connections, still do a positive check, but occasional I fly in a two seat open so I would like to know.


On Friday, October 14, 2016 at 2:15:15 PM UTC-7, Charlie M. (UH & 002 owner/pilot) wrote:
"Too well lubricated?"!

Lack of lubricarion leads to:
-wear on the ball and socket, increasing clearances.
-difficulty getting the lock to properly latch.