0310362-5 - Textron Aviation OEM Screw Assembly for Cessna Piston Aircraft

0310362-5 – Textron Aviation OEM Screw Assembly for Cessna Piston Aircraft

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Overview

The Textron Aviation 0310362-5 is a genuine OEM screw assembly, a specialized fastener engineered specifically for attaching the wheel fairings (wheel pants) on a vast range of Cessna single-engine aircraft. This is not a standard screw; it is a two-piece assembly consisting of a high-strength steel screw and a pre-installed, free-spinning washer. This integrated design is critical for providing a broad bearing surface that distributes clamping force evenly, preventing damage to the composite or aluminum fairing material. As a genuine Textron OEM part, it guarantees the correct fit, strength, and design required for a secure and damage-free installation.

Key Features

• Integrated Free-Spinning Washer: The key feature is the captive washer that spins freely on the screw shank. This design allows the screw to be tightened without the washer turning against the painted fairing surface, which prevents scratches, paint damage, and "rings" around the screw head.
• Broad Load Distribution: The washer provides a large bearing surface that distributes the clamping force of the screw over a wider area. This is essential to prevent the screw head from cracking, crushing, or delaminating the composite or thin aluminum material of the wheel fairing.
• High-Strength Steel Construction: The screw is fabricated from a high-quality steel alloy, providing the necessary tensile strength to securely hold the fairings in place against aerodynamic and vibration loads.
• Corrosion-Resistant Plating: Both the screw and washer are plated with a durable cadmium finish, providing robust protection against corrosion from moisture, de-icing fluids, and other environmental factors common in the landing gear environment.
• Genuine Textron OEM Part: As a genuine factory component, it guarantees conformance to the exact dimensions, material specifications, and quality standards required by the original aircraft Type Certificate.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 0310362-5
• Component Type: Wheel Fairing Screw Assembly
• Construction: Steel Screw with Captive, Free-Spinning Steel Washer
• Material: Steel Alloy
• Finish: Cadmium Plated
• Head Style: Phillips Pan Head
• Thread Specification: 1/4-28 UNF
• Length: 5/8 inch
• Certification: FAA Production Approval

Aircraft Compatibility

The 0310362-5 is the standard OEM wheel fairing attachment screw for a significant portion of the Cessna piston aircraft fleet. It is imperative to consult the specific aircraft's Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) for final verification.

• Common Aircraft Models:
  • Cessna 150, 152
  • Cessna 172 Skyhawk
  • Cessna 177 Cardinal
  • Cessna 182 Skylane
  • Cessna 206 Stationair
  • Cessna 210 Centurion

Applications

The 0310362-5 has a singular, specific application:

• Wheel Fairing (Pant) Installation: The specified fastener for securing the main and nose wheel fairings to their corresponding mounting brackets on the landing gear.
• Component Maintenance: A common hardware item to have on hand, as these screws are frequently removed for tire changes, brake servicing, and annual inspections, and are often misplaced or require replacement due to wear.

Why Choose 0310362-5?

Wheel fairings are not only cosmetic; they contribute to the aircraft's aerodynamic efficiency by reducing drag. Securing them properly is essential. The 0310362-5 is the specific fastener engineered by Cessna for this task. Its integrated washer design protects the expensive, painted fairings from damage during routine maintenance. Using a genuine Textron Aviation OEM part ensures a perfect fit and the peace of mind that comes from using certified hardware designed to protect your aircraft's components and finish.

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The 0310362-5 screw assembly is an elegant solution to the problem of fastening brittle or soft materials. A standard screw's head will exert torsional (twisting) friction on the surface it is tightened against. On a painted composite wheel fairing, this twisting friction would quickly abrade the paint and could even damage the underlying fiberglass resin matrix. The free-spinning washer on the 0310362-5 isolates this torsional force. The screw head turns against the stationary washer, while the underside of the washer provides a stable, non-rotating bearing surface against the fairing. This ensures that the only force applied to the fairing is pure clamping force, preserving both the finish and the structural integrity of the component.

Note: This is an airframe hardware component. It should be installed using the correct size Phillips driver to prevent stripping the recess. Do not overtighten, as this can crack the wheel fairing. It is often installed into a nutplate on the mounting bracket.