TM-9-2350-260-20-1-2

TANK, COMBAT, FULL TRACKED 105-MM GUN, M60 2350-00-678-5773 (HULL)

TECHNICAL MANUAL; ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE VOLUME 2 OF 4, CHAPTERS 5 THRU 9

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TM 9-2350-260-20-1-2

FUEL TANK REPAIR (Sheet 2 of 2)

WARNING

Use dry cleaning solvent in a well-ventilated area only.

CLEANING:

1.

Using dry cleaning solvent (Item 54, Appendix D), clean area around crack to remove all traces of dirt and grease.

Wipe dry with rags.

2.

Using sandpaper (Item 51, Appendix D), sand area around crack for proper adhesion of sealer.

Wipe with rag after

sanding.

REPAIR:

1.

Coat drill bit with grease (Item 36, Appendix D) to minimize amount of metal chips falling into fuel tank.

2.

Using drill, bore hole about 1/2 to 1 inch from visible ends of crack as shown.

3.

Clean crack and surrounding area with rag dampened in dry cleaning solvent (Item 54, Appendix D).

Wipe dry.

Do

not allow fingerprints, oil, or moisture on cleaned surface.

NOTE

Do not apply sealer at temperatures below 45 degrees F.

Sealer will cure in

approximately 24 hours at room temperature.

4.

Mix accelerator and sealer (Item 62, Appendix D) in container.

5.

Apply 3/16 inch thickness of sealer to cleaned surface and at least 1/2 inch beyond crack.

6.

Install 2A powerplant (page 5-14) or 2D powerplant (page 5-40).

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