TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
TM-9-2350-256-10 - Page 670 of 796
TRACK INSTALLATION - Continued
2.
Install track using one of the following options:
a.
Installing new track with vehicle roadwheels resting on old track.
(1)
Lay out new track (Figure 2, Item 2) in line with roadwheels (Figure 2, Item 3) in front or rear of
vehicle with points of "V" pattern directed toward rear.
(2)
Join new track to old track temporarily with two end connectors (Figure 2, Item 1). Do not install
wedges or bolts.
Figure 2.
Connecting New Track (Roadwheels on Old Track).
b.
Installing new or thrown track with roadwheels resting on ground.
(1)
Lay out track (Figure 3, Item 1) in line with roadwheels (Figure 3, Item 3) in front or rear of
vehicle with points of "V" pattern directed toward rear.
(2)
Place heavy metal plate or sturdy wood plank (Figure 3, Item 2) on track link nearest vehicle to
form a ramp or dig a trough under first few track links so upper surfaces of links are level with
ground surface.
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