Throttle Lever Friction Adjustment

[DJ Todd B]

During the colder weather I am finding that my Throttle Lever friction has decreased to the point that when I "touch down", it creeps up a bit just when I really want it to stay at idol.  I haven't messed with exploring how the friction is adjusted but figured someone out there like Roger might know how to easily adjust it. 

[Ed Cesnalis]

It needs a beveled washer.

[Ed Cesnalis]

56 minutes ago, Roger Lee said:

It doesn't need a washer.

Mine had to be adjusted from time to time until I added the washer and it has now held that adjustment for over 10 years.

[DJ Todd B]

If Possible... Does anyone have any photos of this assembly? It would be nice to see it in advance before I tear into it myself?

Thanks.

[FlyingMonkey]

The adjustment is simple, but play with the lever after you make changes but before you button it up.  It's very easy to overdo it and make it tight enough that it gets "sticky", making subtle throttle changes hard, such as when landing.  Also, throw the tools to make this change in the airplane, you might find after changing it you don't like it and want to tweak it in the field.

I like mine to just be tight enough to avoid the rpm creeping forward, but not tight enough to give noticeable resistance to throttle changes.