[wslade2]

While servicing strut noticed small leak in nosegear actuator. Removed it and sent it out for overhaul. Overhaul shop advised needed pins that engage the hook replaced. Same issue as service bulletin for cessna 210, 100 and 200 series retractable aircraft. Old style pin that the hook engages (which holds your gear in the down and locked position) is subject to fracture/failure. There is a new style pin to put in place. Also the spring that is part of the locking mechanism has a guide inside of it. Original guide plastic and if fails, spring can fall out, mechanism doesn't stay locked and nosegear will fold on you (also like 210). Amazingly I had the original 50 yr old plastic guide in place. Like the rest of the plastic I'm sure it wasn't long till it gave out. Something worth looking at. Had everything done. Good piece of mind.