# SDR CA980504004

- Type: Service difficulty report (as reported; unverified)
- Difficulty date: April 27, 1998
- Submitted: March 26, 2000
- Operation: General aviation
- Make and model: Piper PA-31-310
- Registry model: [Piper PA-31-310](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-31-310) (OpenAirDocs)
- Engine: Lyc TIO540A2B
- System (JASC): [8530 · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section](https://openairdocs.org/jasc/8530)
- Part: Piston Pin Plug
- Part number: LW11775
- Condition: Worn
- Location: Nr 2 Cylinder
- 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/CA980504004

## Discrepancy

(CAN) DURING INSPECTION, EXCESSIVE NON-FERROUS METAL (SLIVERS) WAS FOUND IN THE OIL SCREEN. FURTHER INSPECTION FOUND THE NR 2 CYLINDER PISTON PIN PLUG BADLY WORN.

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