# SDR 98ZZZX955

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: February 1, 1998
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: General aviation
- Aircraft: N47684
- Make and model: Piper PA-32R-300
- Registry model: [Piper PA-32R-300](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-32r-300) (OpenAirDocs)
- Aircraft serial: 32R7880018
- System (JASC): [7820 · Engine Noise Suppressor](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/7820)
- Part: Muffler
- Part number: 6751Q7000
- Condition: Cracked
- Location: Tailpipe Weld
- Stage of operation: IN
- Nature of condition: O
- Precautionary procedure: K
- FAA source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System (https://sdrs.faa.gov/)
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX955

## Discrepancy

DURING ANNUAL INPSECTION, THE CENTER MUFFLER WAS FOUND CRACKED ONE-QUARTER AROUND IN THE WELD UNDER REINFORCEMENT PLATE.  IT APPEARS THE WELD DID NOT PENETRATE THE TAILPIPE COMPLETELY.

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