PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-692
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 692
JULY 2010
I
t’s a no-man’s land all right. A place of blowing dirt, clinging mud and eye-stinging sand
that even the bravest fear to enter.
The frigid mountains of Afghanistan? The stifling deserts of Iraq? The 10-items-or-less
line at your local grocery store?
Nope. We’re talking about the underside of your combat or tactical vehicle.
Like it or not, maintenance problems don’t always happen in the most accessible areas.
And your vehicle’s underside counts as one of the least hospitable. Everything gets caked
with dirt, sand and mud—all of which can end up in your eyes, mouth, down your shirt and
in other places we probably shouldn’t mention.
That’s why it pays to be prepared. Like a warrior preparing for battle, you need to
properly equip yourself when venturing into these harsh work environments.
1. Safety goggles.
A good pair of safety goggles will go a long way in keeping dirt and
sand out of your eyes.
2. Clean cloth.
A few pieces of clean cloth can really come in handy. You’ll breathe easier if
you tie one around your mouth and nose. The other cloths come in handy for cleaning dirt
and mud off the parts you need to work on. In some circumstances, you may even need
to use a respirator.
3. Mechanic’s creeper.
Sure, you can crawl or slide under your vehicle. But what happens if
you forgot something or need a different tool? You don’t want to keep slithering in and
out, so you’ll probably make do with what you have. That’s how good repair parts become
busted repair parts. A good mechanic’s creeper, like NSN 4910-01-487-7902, will get you in
and out quick and easy. And your uniform will stay a little cleaner, too.
It still won’t make anyone’s list of the best places to work, but preparation can make
venturing under your vehicle a lot less unpleasant.
Stryker Remote Weapon Station Handle
M1-Series Tank Turret Numbers
M2/M3-Series Bradley Ramp Pump Fill Plug
Bradley Bolt-On Turret Armor Shield
M109A6 Paladin Starter Protection Relay
M88A2 Recovery Vehicle Boom Cable
AVLB Final Drive Oil Level Checks
M119A2 Towed Howitzer Wheel Nut Removal
M198 Towed Howitzer Travel Lock Pins
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COMBAT VEHICLES
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By order of the Secretary of the Army:
GEORGE W. CASEY, JR.
General, United States Army Chief of Staff
Official:
JOYCE E. MORROW
Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army
1010601
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WHEELED VEHICLES
Caiman MRAP A/C Maintenance
RG31 MRAP FOV Transmission Fluid
HMMWV Oil Cooler Inspection
HMMWV Air Intake Cap Clearance
M939-Series Truck Power Steering Assembly Spring
FMTV Wrecker Winch Spool Guidance
M1083/M1093 FMTV Pintle Latch Upgraded
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12-13
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15
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AR 710-3 Inventory Management Updated
EMS-Next Gen IETM Software
2010 Combined Logistics Excellence Awards
53-54
55-57
58-60
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
53
AVIATION
35
Aircraft Maintenance Records
AH-64A/D Pilot’s Weapons Mount
CH-47D Topside Maintenance
CH-47D Aft Cabin Lights Connection
UH-60 Cabin Floor Removal
Maintenance Stand Caution
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COMMUNICATIONS
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42-43
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AN/PVS-7B, -7D Locking Ring
AN/PVS-14 NVD Battery Compartment
Battery Use and Storage Tips
30-kW, 60-kW TQG Dipstick
100-, 200-kW Generator DVR Error Code
SAMS-E for Arms Room Records
M9 Pistol Cleaning Rod NSN
Small Arms Storage Rack NSNs
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SMALL ARMS
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SOLDIER SUPPORT
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46-50
51-52
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Modern Burner Unit Operator Maintenance
Modern Burner Unit Operator’s Tool Kit
Modern Burner Unit Power Converter NSN
Patriot Missile System PM Tips
18-21
MISSILES
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Boldly Go Where No
One Really Wants To
I’m
going
in!
if I’m
not back
soon,
send in
a search
party!
what’s goin’ on
with jones?
he’s got
some repair
work to do
under his
vehicle.
You are invited to send PS your ideas for improving maintenance
procedures, questions on maintenance and supply problems and
questions or comments on material published in PS.
Just write to:
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PS, the Preventive Maintenance Monthly
USAMC LOGSA (AMXLS-AM)
5307 Sparkman Circle
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
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or
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soldiers assigned to combat and combat support units and all soldiers with
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