PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-743
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 743
OCTOBER 2014
10
PS 743
OCT 14
11
PS 743
OCT 14
Dear Editor,
We have a suggestion that will help mechanics keep up with parts while
performing maintenance.
When we’re removing a HMMWV engine, we use a bin with 12 compartments.
Then we organize the bin by labeling where the parts go during the maintenance
procedure. In other words, each individual piece that comes off the engine–
bolts, nuts, etc.–is placed in its own compartment in the bin. That section of
the bin is then labeled.
We just jot down
where the parts came
from and put it on a
slip of paper with the
associated parts. You
can also choose to
tape the paper to the
bin. And depending on
the maintenance job
you’re doing, some
sections might be
empty. Our bin for
HMMWV parts looks
something like this:
This system makes it easier for another mechanic
to install the replacement engine if you aren’t around
to do it yourself. Plus, it’s a great reminder of where
the parts go and eliminates tracking down missing
parts and finding new parts to replace lost ones.
SSG Erik Simmonds
SGT Alfredo Ramirez
SPC Carlos Jennings
86th ESB
Ft Bliss, TX
Editor’s note:
Great idea, Soldiers. Thanks for sharing that helpful maintenance tip.
Grille mount bolts
EMPTY
Wiring harness
brackets/clip
Engine mount
bolts
Power steering
pump bolts
Intake turbo bolts
EMPTY
Exhaust pipe
bolts
Throttle clip
Starter
Generator
Flywheel bolts
Tactical
Vehicles…
Organization Saves
Time
and
Trouble
Time to pull
this truck’s
engine. Let’s
make sure we
don’t lose
any parts.
we’re
ready!
yep, this bin
will Help us keep
the parts where
they belong.
tactical vehicles
T
his
section
covers parts and
maintenance, how to
improve MRAPs, M1074
trans fluid, and matching
M939A2 batteries and
alternators.
I hope they put
all my nuts and
bolts on right!
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12:12 PM
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