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Textron Aviation Defense (TA Defense) has prepared the installation of these kits either at our Modification
this catalog offering aircraft modification kits for Center located in Wichita, KS, or by providing field teams
customization and/or improvements. Additional kits for installation at customer locations.
are currently in work and will be added to the catalog
over the coming months.

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 TABLE OF Electrical/Avionics-related Kits

AOA Indexer Disconnect (133-3009) 2

CONTENTS Oil Pressure Annunciator – Amber (133-3016) 3

ME-406 ELT System Installation (133-3018) 4

Auto Ignition Relay Kit (133-3034) 5

400A Starter Generator Kit (133-3042) 6

Camera Mount Installation Kit (133-5911) 7

Mechanical Systems Kits

Pylon Installation (133-2000) 8

Door Latching, Hydraulic Service Door (133-4010) 9

Three-mode Interseat Sequencing System Valve
Incorporation (133-4024) 10

Smoke Kit Installation (133-4031) 11

Weapons Kit Installation (133-4034) 12

Condenser Blower Removal/Replacement (133-5008) 13

Nose Wheel Centering (133-5010) 14

ASV Regulator Upgrade, OBOGS (133-5015) 15

Rudder Trim Upgrade (133-5018) 16

Elevator Trim Upgrade (133-5019) 17

OBOGS Heat Exchanger Drain and Low-pressure Switch
Installation (133-5023) 18

Powerplant Kits

Quick Engine Change (133-9005) 19

External Fuel Tank Installation (133-2000-0003) 20

Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick (133-9004) 21

Oil Cooler Hose Clamp (133-4042) 22

Structural Integrity Kits

Fire Extinguisher Installation (133-5002) 23

Antenna Gasket (133-3048) 24

Reference

Contact Information 25

Modification Center 25

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

AOA Indexer Disconnect

133-3009

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
To replace an AOA indexer, the glareshield assembly After installation of kit, maintenance personnel
must be replaced by maintenance personnel. This can replace the failed AOA indexer instead of the
kit provides parts and information to add a quick glareshield assembly, thereby decreasing the
disconnect to forward/aft indexers on in-service Model user’s part replacement costs (AOA indexer verses
3000 Aircraft. glareshield assembly).

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

Oil Pressure Annunciator – Amber

133-3016

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
Line-replaceable units are being returned to the After installation of kit, operators have reported
manufacturer based on reported illumination of warning a decrease in replacing oil pressure-related line-
lights when oil pressure is within operating limits at replaceable units due to the illumination of cockpit
certain operating conditions. This kit provides parts and warning lights. Previously, these units were often
information to install a signal conditioner unit on Frame returned from the manufacturer having a no fault
5 to improve operation of oil pressure annunciator on found (NFF) status.
in-service Model 3000 Aircraft.
EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

ME-406 ELT System Installation

133-3018

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
Emergency locator transmitters operating at 121.5/243 After installation of kit, aircrew emergency distress
MHz were no longer produced after September 2006, signals can be detected by satellite and relayed to
and distress signals at this frequency stopped being search and rescue authorities.
processed by satellites in March 2009. This kit provides
parts and information to install an ME-406 ELT system EFFECTIVITY
operating at 121.50/406.03 MHz on in-service Model T-6A
3000 Aircraft.

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

Auto Ignition Relay Kit

133-3034

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The removal and replacement of the current relay (part After installation of kit, the redesigned mounting
number KM-U5AL) is labor intensive. This kit provides bracket allows easier removal and installation by
parts and information to install a new solid state relay maintenance personnel. In addition, the new solid
on in-service Model 3000 Aircraft. state relay has a significantly increased MTBF.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6 All Models

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

400A Starter Generator Kit

133-3042

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install a 400A After installation of kit, operators will experience
starter-generator and related components on in-service increased engine start reliability using only aircraft
Model 3000 Aircraft. battery power in high-density altitudes or high-ambient
temperatures.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6C

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 ELECTRICAL/AVIONICS-RELATED KITS

Camera Mount Installation Kit

133-5911

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
Installation of camera mounts permit aircraft operators After installation of kit, operators have the ability
to install lightweight video cameras such as GoPro™ to safely record flying missions. The cameras can
HERO3 and/or Garmin VIRB Elite. This kit provides parts
™
capture still photos or record video in high definition
and information to install the camera mounts on in- (HD) through a wide-angle lens with minimum operator
service Model 3000 aircraft. intervention. These images can serve as a useful tool
during pilot training and/or mission debriefings.

EFFECTIVITY
All T-6 Models

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Pylon Installation
133-2000

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install ALKAN- After installation of kit, operators will have the ability
type 6185, NATO standard 14-inch, electromechanical to carry external stores with 14-inch NATO-standard lug
mast pylons at six hardpoints (three per side) on the configuration, thereby increasing the types of training/
bottom of the wing on in-service Model 3000 aircraft. flight missions that can be performed.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6C (with hardpoints)

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Door Latching, Hydraulic Service Door

133-4010

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to modify the After installation of kit, latching operation on hydraulic
hydraulic service door upper latch on in-service Model service door is enhanced.
3000 aircraft.
EFFECTIVITY
All T-6 Models

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Three-mode Interseat Sequencing System

Valve Incorporation
133-4024

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install After installation of kit, operators are able to conduct
components related to the interseat sequencer (ISS) on orientation flights with increased safety for the forward
in-service Model 3000 aircraft. At either SOLO, BOTH or pilot-in-command during backseat VIP and orientation
CMD FWD locations, the ISS selector can be locked into flights for senior military officials, dignitaries, and VIPs in
position by releasing handle into detent (hole). Spring the event of a backseat initiated ejection.
pressure will keep the handle locked in the position
selected by the operator. EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Smoke Kit Installation

133-4031

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The 133-4031 kit operates in conjunction with 133- After installation of kit, operators have the ability to use
4033. 133-4031 provides parts and information to smoke during airshows and demonstration exercises.
install smoke system-related components on in-
service Model 3000 aircraft. 133-4033 provides the EFFECTIVITY
accessories power panel and the annunciator bracket All T-6 Models
for the smoke kit operation.

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Weapons Kit Installation

133-4034

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The 133-4034 kit operates in conjunction with 133- After installation of kit, operators have the weapons
4033. 133-4034 provides parts and information to system capability for training and exercise purposes.
install weapons system-related components on in-
service Model 3000 aircraft. 133-4033 provides the EFFECTIVITY
accessories power panel and the annunciator bracket T-6C (with hardpoints)
for the weapons kit operation.

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Condenser Blower Removal/Replacement

133-5008

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The current condenser blower motor (ES73127-2) The new brushless condenser blower motor is more
has experienced a lower than expected mean time reliable with a significantly higher MTBF rate. After
between failure (MTBF) rate and has developed into a installation of kit, operators have reported a decreased
high-maintenance driver. This kit provides parts and replacement rate of condenser blower motors and
information to install a new brushless condenser blower increased performance of the air-conditioning system.
motor on in-service Model 3,000 aircraft.
EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Nose Wheel Centering

133-5010

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install nose This change keeps the nose gear centered when the
wheel centering related components on in-service airplane is in flight with gear extended. Without the
Model 3000 aircraft. kit, when gear is left extended in flight for a prolonged
period of time, the nose wheel can caster from prop
wash or side slip operations. If this amount of caster is
large, the nose gear could contact structure prior to the
retraction centering function when gear is raised.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

ASV Regulator Upgrade, OBOGS

133-5015

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install an Two safety features have been incorporated into a
improved oxygen regulator and its related components redesigned oxygen regulator (3260050-0403). These
on in-service Model 3000 aircraft. safety feature additions include an anti-suffocation
valve and a redesigned regulator overpressure relief
valve. After installation of kit, the pilot will experience
less effort to breathe during conditions with the OBOGS
not operating or when the onboard emergency oxygen
system is activated.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Rudder Trim Upgrade

133-5018

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The rudder trim system is upgraded with improved After installation of kit, operators will experience
corrosion-resistant components that have lubrication the following:
provisions. • Strengthened rudder trim pushrod (changed to 0.50-
inch diameter x 0.35 wall 4130 steel tube).
• Improved pushrod maintainability (rod ends with
grease zerks and turnbuckle-style rudder trim
tab actuator pushrod for faster adjustments
and removals).

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

Elevator Trim Upgrade

133-5019

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts to install an upgraded elevator After installation of kit, operators will experience a
actuator (133-380027-9) with a higher trim rate on in- faster elevator trim rate (2.2x, nominal 8.0 seconds
service Model 3000 aircraft. from stop-to-stop).

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS KITS

OBOGS Heat Exchanger Drain and Low-

pressure Switch Installation
133-5023

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
Various line-replaceable units within the onboard oxygen This kit provides parts and information to install a new
generating system (OBOGS) have attributed to the hermetically sealed low-pressure switch, redesigned
high number of OBOGS reported failures. These failures heat exchanger with improved drainage, and additional
continue to increase the number of aborted missions plumbing drain ports on in-service Model 3000 aircraft,
and no fault found (NFF) rate when these failed units are thereby reducing OBOGS-related failures, NFF rates for
returned from the manufacturer. OBOGS related units, and overall OBOGS maintenance-
related costs.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A/C

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 POWERPLANT KITS

Quick Engine Change

133-9005

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides the parts under a single kit to perform This kit provides all parts required for initial engine
an initial engine buildup or a quick engine change. buildup or quick engine change. This kit allows
maintenance personnel to avoid ordering, requesting,
and pulling individual parts.

EFFECTIVITY
All T-6 Models

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 POWERPLANT KITS

External Fuel Tank Installation

133-2000-0003

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit is used to install external fuel tanks on in- After installation of kit, operators will have the ability to
service aircraft configured to accept ALKAN-type 6185, carry additional fuel in order to conduct longer missions
NATO standard 14-inch, electromechanical mast pylons. and/or training exercises. Each tank has a maximum
design fuel capacity of 67.2 gallons, of which 63.7
gallons are usable.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6C (with hardpoints)

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 POWERPLANT KITS

Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick

133-9004

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
The T-6A has experienced in-flight engine shutdowns This kit provides parts and information to install a new oil
largely attributed to the lack of adequate lubrication dipstick (with a MAX HOT range) and related decals on in-
for the flight maneuvers being executed at the engine’s service Model 3000 aircraft. Adding a MAX HOT fill range
current serviced oil level. with an increased 0.5-quart oil capacity will decrease
the potential for engine incidents resulting from reduced
lubrication. The new dipstick also allows oil to be
serviced in a range — not just to the MAX HOT line — thus
decreasing overall maintenance man-hour requirements.

EFFECTIVITY
T-6A

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 POWERPLANT KITS

Oil Cooler Hose Clamp

133-4042

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
Operators have reported chafing of oil cooler hoses. This After installation of kit, the potential for chafing of
kit provides parts and material to enhance installation oil cooler hoses drastically decreases, and operators
and prevent chafing of oil cooler hoses on in-service have a standardized orientation of oil cooler clamps
Model 3000 aircraft. and related hoses. This kit eases the maintenance
requirements to maintain positive clearance between
hoses and structure.

EFFECTIVITY
All T-6 Models

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 STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY KITS

Fire Extinguisher Installation

133-5002

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install a fire Operators have quick access to fire extinguishers in
extinguisher in the forward and aft cockpit on in-service case of cockpit fire-related emergencies.
Model 3000 aircraft.
EFFECTIVITY
All T-6 Models

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 STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY KITS

Antenna Gasket
133-3048

DESCRIPTION BENEFIT
This kit provides parts and information to install After installation of kit, the operator may experience as
gaskets at the antenna-skin mating surface. Operators much as 40 percent increased time on aircraft due to
are experiencing Level 2 corrosion on aircraft operating reduced downtime caused by corrosion.
in caustic environments. Kit includes gaskets for all
antennas, such as NAV, VHF/UHF, ADF, TAS, ELT, etc., EFFECTIVITY
installed on the aircraft. All T-6 Models

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 REFERENCE

CONTACT Pam Nash

Director Aftermarket
Strategy
Chuck Gummow
Regional Director Africa
and Europe
INFORMATION PHONE +1.316.515.8691 PHONE +1.817.223.9379
MOBILE +1.316.202.8912 EMAIL [email protected]
EMAIL [email protected]

Michael Rambo Tom Webster

Regional Director North Regional Director Asia Pacific
America and Canada
OFFICE +1.316.515.7259
OFFICE +1.316.515.5659
MOBILE +1.316.633.9100
FAX +1.316.671.2300
FAX +1.316.671.2910
MOBILE +1.316.295.7987
EMAIL [email protected]
EMAIL [email protected]

Fouad Kasri George Sanchez

Regional Director Middle East Regional Director Latin America
and South America
OFFICE +1.316.515.5744
MOBILE +1.202.770.6636
MOBILE +1.316.249.7221
EMAIL [email protected]
EMAIL [email protected]

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This document is intended to provide information for T-6 Kits offered by Textron Aviation Defense and third party suppliers. Whereas Textron Aviation Defense makes every effort to
ensure that the data contained in this catalog is accurate, it is not intended to be a formal declaration of performance or equipment specification. Textron Aviation Defense makes no
warranty or guarantee that any particular modification will meet the needs of the customer. The customer shall rely on its own judgment and expertise in determining whether a particular
modification is appropriate for the aircraft and the mission. Although each of the individual items offered in the catalog may have its own airworthiness approval, the installation of multiple
modifications could result in a requirement for additional evaluation to ensure airworthiness of the modified aircraft. Textron Aviation Defense reserves the right to modify, supersede,
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