PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-717
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 717
AUGUST 2012
60
PS 717
AUG 12
Forward Repair System Part Update
If your unit has the Forward Repair System, you
need to update TM 9-4940-568-24P. The part
number and CAGE for the compressor control
box’s terminal board (Item 7 in WP 0133-3,
NSN 5940-01-534-2698) has changed. The new part
number is SIEM2012-TBK and the new CAGE is 8W855.
STE-M1/FVS
a Repairable Item
The STE-M1/FVS test set is a field-level
repairable item. Chapters 6 and 7 of TM
9-4910-751-14&P (May 91, w/Ch 2, Mar 97)
contain maintenance instructions for the test
set,
including
troubleshooting
procedures
for fault isolation and maintenance tasks
for
field-
and
sustainment-level
replace-
able items. So get these items repaired instead
of requesting a replacement. For assistance,
contact TACOM LCMC’s Angela Zender at DSN
786-7431, (586) 282-7431, or by e-mail at:
angela.m.zender.civ@mail.mil
STE-M1/FVS Not Needed
with Some Bradleys
If your unit now has Bradley A3 or ODS-
SA variants, you’ll no longer need STE-M1/
FVS test equipment. These vehicles come
equipped with embedded diagnostics.
Excess STE-M1/FVS sets can be turned in
by contacting TACOM LCMC’s Angela
Zender at DSN 786-7431, (586) 282-7431, or
by e-mail at:
angela.m.zender.civ@mail.mil
The STE-M1/FVS should be complete and
include all critical test sets. Do not remove
any items prior to turn-in.
M973/A1/A2 SUSV Battery
Get a new battery for your small
unit support vehicle (SUSV) with NSN
6140-01-582-5710. This new battery is
a lot cheaper than the OEM battery,
NSN 6140-01-175-2500, shown as Item
34 in Fig 86 of TM 9-2350-285-24P.
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Petroleum Pub: From FM to TM
TM 4-43.3,
Petroleum Laboratory Testing and Operations
(May 12), has superseded FM 10-67-
2 (Apr 97). The TM is a guide for staff who plan, organize, and carry out petroleum testing in
theater. The change from FM to TM is part of the Army’s Doctrine 2015 restructuring plan. Other
publication changes will occur as TRADOC continues to revise and streamline Army doctrine.
HYEX Hose Parts
Kit Not Available
The HYEX boom and arm
hydraulic hose kit, NSN 4720-
01-474-0022, which is shown
as Item 1 in Fig 287 of TM
5-3805-280-23P-1 (Jul 11), is
no longer available as a kit.
The kit’s down parts can be
ordered separately with the
NSNs on that same page. Make
a note until the TM’s updated.
Sustainment Force Book Updated
The Sustainment Force Structure Book has been updated for 2012. The book provides unit
structure, covers personnel and major equipment and is a useful resource for sustainers and
trainers. This edition gives an organizational breakout of all types of sustainment organizations
that are coming on-line in FY13. The book is available on AKO in both PDF and XPS file versions.
A CAC is required to view or download it. Visit:
watercraft transfer case flange
The transfer case used on the causeway ferry and warping
tug of the Modular Causeway System (MCS) no longer
includes the companion flange shown as Item 4 in Fig 60
of TM 55-1945-205-24P-1 and TM 55-1945-205-24P-3. Order
the flange separately with PN H6.5-1-481 and CAGE 97271.
To have the flange installed in the transfer case, contact
the manufacturer, Dana Splicer, at (419) 866-3951. Choose
option 2, then option 4, to speak to a representative.
New MSD Replaces STE-ICE/R
The STE-ICE/R engine analyzer, NSN 4910-01-222-6589, is being replaced by maintenance
support device-version 2 (MSD-V2) (w/ICE), NSN 6625-01-493-8968. Coordinate the STE-ICE/R’s
replacement requirements with TACOM LCMC’s Angela Zender, DSN 786-7431, (586) 282-7431,
or by e-mail at:
angela.m.zender.civ@mail.mil
All unserviceable STE-ICE/R equipment should be turned in to the nearest DLA Disposition
Services (formerly DRMO) upon receipt of the MSD-V2 (w/ICE).
M871R/A1R Semitrailer MEL
The maintenance expenditure limit (MEL) for all M871R
and M871A1R model 22 1/2-ton semitrailers has been
lowered to 10 percent. This MEL change does not affect
the M871A2/A2R and M871A3 models. Make a note
until this change catches up with TB 43-0002-81 (Oct 11),
Maintenance Expenditure Limits for FSC Group 23—
Tactical Wheel Vehicles.
6K VRRT Forklift
Alternator
NSN
Get a new alternator for your
6K variable reach rough terrain
forklift with NSN 6115-01-440-
7397. It replaces NSN 2920-01-
215-2199, which is shown as
Item 1 in Fig 47 of TM 10-3930-
660-24P (May 06).
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