pre-buy inspection

• Prop “waggle” sideways to axis

• Check for any visual signs of damage

• Clearance to frame check

Gear box

• Excess noise when running

• Move prop shaft to check bearing play and mounting bolts

• Check for oil leaks around seals

Belt drives

• Check belt tension and condition

• Pulleys in line and belt running true

• Pulley and bearing play

• Cracks and corrosion (especially nr engine)

• Mounting bolts and anti vibration rubbers condition

• Fuel tank condition

• Fuel tank breather system open and functioning

• Check spark plug

• Fuel lines – condition, routing & security

• Fuel Line condition – suppleness & friction marks

• Fuel filters – fittings & clean (no water content)

• Air filter – in place, clean and security wire attached

• Carb secure, check for induction leaks, return spring, choke lever, cable condition and primer bulb system

• Throttle cable, routing, secure ends, good condition & free movement

• Kill switch – wiring & operation

• Battery secure

• Battery terminals for corrosion & security

Manual

• Pull cord condition & routing

• Return spring and ratchet working

• Length of cord

Electrical

• Condition of starter ring and starter motor secure

• Electrical connections secure (no chaffing)

• Alignment

• Mountings condition & fastenings

• Leaks – cylinder head & base, main bearing

• Castings for cracks

• Straightness & geometry

• Inspect welded joints

• General condition of webbing & stitching

• Buckles clean and working correctly

• Mountings

• Mallions tight and locked off

it clean & fly safely

• Karabiners clean in good condition, locking system working, back up system (if fitted) and gates facing inwards

• Pulleys running free

• Lines and attachments in good condition

• Karabiners to harness/webbing wear (no metal to metal contact)