# SDR AU980298

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: March 2, 1998
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: General aviation
- Make and model: Piper PA-31-350
- Registry model: [Piper PA-31-350](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-31-350) (OpenAirDocs)
- Engine: Lyc LTIO540J2BD
- System (JASC): [8540 · Reciprocating Engine Rear Section](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/8540)
- Part: Gear
- Part number: LW10297
- Condition: Failed
- Location: Crank Idler
- Stage of operation: CR
- Nature of condition: E
- Precautionary procedure: K
- FAA source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System (https://sdrs.faa.gov/)
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980298

## Discrepancy

(AUS) CRANKSHAFT IDLER GEAR TEETH FAILED.  DAMAGE TO CAMSHAFT GEAR AND CRANKSHAFT GEAR.  LOSS OF DRIVE TO OIL PUMP AND MAGNETO.

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