The 67026-007 is a Piper OEM torque link bushing used in both main landing gear and nose landing gear torque link (scissors) assemblies. It serves as a precision wear interface between moving metal components, allowing controlled pivoting motion while preventing direct metal-to-metal contact.

In typical Piper light aircraft landing gear systems, torque links maintain wheel alignment and prevent excessive rotation of the landing gear strut. This bushing is installed at the pivot points of the scissors assembly, where it reduces friction, absorbs wear, and ensures smooth, controlled movement during taxi, takeoff, landing, and ground operations.

Manufactured from aviation-grade bearing bronze or equivalent wear-resistant alloy, the bushing is designed to withstand repeated oscillating loads and high vibration environments. It functions as a sacrificial wear component, meaning it is intended to wear gradually over time and be replaced during scheduled maintenance rather than allowing wear on the structural torque link arms.

Proper fitment is critical to landing gear performance. Excessive wear or looseness in the bushing can lead to increased play in the nose or main gear assembly, potentially contributing to shimmy, vibration, or reduced directional stability during ground handling.

Key features include:

Piper 67026-007 torque link bushing (OEM landing gear component)
Used in main and nose gear scissors (torque link) assemblies
Provides low-friction pivot interface for landing gear movement
Prevents metal-to-metal wear in structural joints
Material: aircraft-grade bronze bearing alloy or equivalent
Press-fit installation into torque link lugs
Sacrificial wear component for long-term system protection
Maintains alignment and stability of landing gear system
Critical for smooth ground handling and steering performance
Direct replacement part per Piper IPC specifications