M20F Left Main Gear Interference Mark

[Stephen]

Hi guys, wonder if you have ever seen this. My LM LG on the Mooney I just purchased is showing chipping on the paint where a castellated nut is chipped paint off the tube as illustrated in the picture. I have not had any hard landings *yet* or landings with x-wind drift sideloads in the 14 landings I have done so I do t have an "event" to tie it to. Im obviously going to get it fixed but comparing the structure side to side the  gear structure tubes look similar and just want some advise on *what* may need adjustment vs replacement. Right Main seems fine. Anyone know if this is an adjustment issue or what part may be tweaked and need replacement?

[Sabremech]

I think you could fix this with adding a thin washer under the head of the bolt. The cotter key looks to be installed correctly so as not to interfere. Should be an easy fix.

 

[N201MKTurbo]

If the bushings get worn in the retraction link it can move sideways. Put the plane up on jacks and partially retract the gear then get under there and see how much slop there is in all that stuff. You should be able to figure it out pretty easily.

[Stephen]

Thanks guys I really appreciate the tips!