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The next mini-project will be to find information about the Woodward HMU type 83390 control and post it.
How does a Woodward jet engine governor system work?
Bradford Electric's newest toy.
This jet engine governor was last serviced in 1971.
Just 9 screws holds the cover to the control, and now it's ready to be inspected.
Next area to take apart is the P3 component side cover of the governor.
Ready to pull off the lock wire.
How does this contraption work?
Top view.
Made a stand for the governor to make it easier to disassemble.
Part one, where to start removing parts of the governor.
Ready to take off the compressor inlet temperature sensor protective cover.
First few scews taken off!
Just nine screws holds the cover on.
Protective metal cap taken off the P3 temperature sensor.