TM-9-2320-280-34

TRUCK, UTILITY: M998 SERIES

TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

JANUARY 1996

TM-9-2320-280-34 - Page 611 of 1258

TM 9-2320-280-34

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SUPPORT RING MAINTENANCE (Cont'd)

12.

Tighten six locknuts (34) on support ring (2) and upper supports (33) to 37 lb-ft (50 N.m).

13.

Tighten capscrew (20) on support ring (2) and "C" pillar support bracket (25) to 37 lb-ft (50 N.m).

NOTE

It may be necessary to drill new holes into upper supports to allow

spring pins to be inserted.

14.

Insert four spring pins (37) through spring pin holes (38) in two connecting blocks (18).

Drive ends

of spring pins (37) into upper supports (33).

Ensure ends of spring pins (37) are even with surface of

connecting blocks (18).

15.

Insert two spring pins (36) through spring pin holes (35) in support ring (2).

Drive spring pins (36)

into upper supports (33).

Ensure ends of spring pins (36) are even with surface of support ring (2).

FOLLOW-ON TASKS: Install turret bearing (TM 9-2320-280-20).

Adjust striker plates (TM 9-2320-280-20).

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