95061-064 – Piper Aircraft OEM Nose Gear Torque Link Bushing
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Overview
The 95061-064 is a flight-critical, genuine Piper Aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) bushing, engineered for the high-stress pivot points of the nose landing gear torque link (or "scissors") assembly. This is not a simple spacer; it is a precision-machined sleeve bearing designed to function as a sacrificial wear component. Its primary purpose is to provide a low-friction bearing surface for the torque link bolts, absorbing the wear from the constant pivoting motion of the nose gear during ground operations.
This bushing is manufactured from a high-quality bearing bronze alloy, specifically chosen for its excellent strength and tribological (anti-friction and anti-wear) properties. By design, this bushing wears over time, protecting the much more expensive and difficult-to-replace forged aluminum or steel torque link arms from elongation and damage. Using the genuine Piper OEM part is the only way to ensure the correct material and dimensions for this critical landing gear application.
Key Features
Genuine Piper Aircraft OEM Part: Guarantees the part is fabricated to the exact Piper engineering drawing for material, dimensions, and press-fit tolerances.
Sacrificial Wear Component: Intentionally designed to be the primary wear item in the torque link assembly, protecting the main structural components from wear.
High-Quality Bearing Bronze Alloy: Manufactured from a specific bronze alloy (such as SAE 660) that provides high compressive strength, corrosion resistance, and a low coefficient of friction.
For Nose Gear Torque Links: The specified bushing for the nose gear scissors assembly on a wide range of popular Piper aircraft.
Reduces Friction and Wear: Provides a smooth, replaceable bearing surface for the pivot bolts, ensuring free movement of the landing gear linkage.
Flight-Critical Landing Gear Part: The integrity of the torque link assembly is essential for maintaining nose wheel alignment and preventing dangerous landing gear shimmy.
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 95061-064 (sometimes listed as 95061-00-64)
Component Type: Bushing / Sleeve Bearing
OEM Authority: Piper Aircraft
Application: Nose Landing Gear Torque Link (Scissors Link)
Material: Bronze Alloy (per Piper specification).
Dimensions (ID, OD, Length): Per Piper Engineering Drawing 95061. These are precision dimensions for a press-fit installation.
Governing Specification: Piper Aircraft Engineering Drawing 95061.
Aircraft Compatibility
This OEM torque link bushing is the standard component for the nose landing gear on a vast fleet of Piper's most successful single and twin-engine aircraft.
Primary Piper Aircraft Platforms:
PA-28 Series (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer, Arrow, Dakota)
PA-32 Series (Cherokee Six, Lance, Saratoga)
PA-34 Seneca
PA-44 Seminole
Note: Verification of applicability is the absolute responsibility of the installer. The aircraft's current Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) for its specific serial number is the final authority for confirming part number eligibility.
Applications
Sole Application: To be press-fit into the hinge points of the nose landing gear torque link arms to serve as the pivot bearing for the assembly's connecting bolts.
Why Choose 95061-064?
The landing gear is subjected to some of the highest dynamic loads of any part of the airframe. Excessive play or "slop" in the nose gear torque links, caused by worn bushings, is the primary cause of severe nose wheel shimmy, which can lead to loss of directional control, damage to the firewall, and potential landing gear collapse. The genuine Piper OEM 95061-064 bushing is the only part guaranteed to be made from the correct bronze alloy with the precise outer diameter for a proper interference fit into the torque link forging. Using a non-certified bushing made from an incorrect or softer material can lead to rapid wear, joint failure, or damage to the torque link itself.
The 95061-064 bushing is an excellent example of a sacrificial bearing, a core principle in robust mechanical design. The torque link assembly consists of expensive, flight-critical forged components and hardened steel bolts. By inserting a bushing made of a softer, but highly durable, bearing bronze, the design ensures that all the inevitable wear from the oscillating, high-load motion is concentrated on the least expensive and most easily replaced component. Bearing bronze, typically a copper alloy with tin, lead, and zinc (such as C93200 / SAE 660), is chosen for its superior tribological properties. It has a high load capacity and fatigue resistance, while the lead within the alloy matrix provides a degree of solid-film lubrication, reducing the coefficient of friction and preventing galling and seizure of the steel pivot bolt, especially in conditions where grease may be expelled over time.
Note: This is a flight-critical landing gear component. It is a wear item and must be inspected for excessive play in accordance with the aircraft maintenance manual. Removal of the old bushing and installation of the new one is a press-fit operation that requires the correct-sized arbors and a hydraulic press. This work must be performed by a certified A&P mechanic. After installation, the bushing must be reamed to its final, precise inside diameter to ensure a perfect fit for the pivot bolt.
Documentation
All technical data, installation procedures, and wear limits for the 95061-064 bushing are proprietary to Piper Aircraft. This information is contained within the official Maintenance Manual and Illustrated Parts Catalog for the applicable aircraft model. No public-facing documentation is available.