TM-5-3895-371-24-P

BITUMINOUS DISTRIBUTOR BODY M918, MODEL D-63

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST

MARCH 1981

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Be careful when removing block spring (25, fig. 3-60).

It is under considerable tension.

(d)

If damage is evident to block spring (25) or spring retainers, use an arbor press to

remove retaining ring (24). Using a plug 1-3/4 in. dia, compress block spring (25) until all tension is

removed from retaining ring (24). Using truarc pliers, remove retaining ring (24) and gradually release

arbor press until block spring (25) is fully extended. Remove outer spring block (26), block spring (25),

and inner spring retainer (27) from cylinder block assembly (23).

(17)

From the high side of the cam, remove two capscrews (22, fig. 3-71), two lock tabs (21),

clip (20), bearing plate (19), and two spacers (18). Inspect bearing plate (19). If wear patterns can be

felt, disassemble the other spacer assembly and replace both bearing plates (19).

(18)

Lift out return plate (17) and pistons (16). (Refer to fig. 3-72.) If damage is evident to

either pistons (16), or return plate (17), remove pistons from return plate (17).

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Figure 3-71. Removing Pistons and Return Plate.

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