TM-9-2350-261-34

CARRIER, M113A2, M577A2, M1064, M1068, M1059 AND M901A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL

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REPAIR TENT (M577A2 AND M1068 ONLY) — Continued

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11. Fold patch in half lengthwise. Cut from open edges to folded edge at 22-1/2 degree angle.

12. Center patch over damaged area on outside of tent. Turn under patch edges. Stitch in place with a row of stitching no

more than 1/8 inch (3 mm) from the edge.

13. Secure patch to tent with a second row of stitching. Place second row 3/8-1/2 inch (10-13 mm) from first row.

14. Turn material over. Cut away damaged area, notch corners, and turn edges in. Stitch turned edges to patch with a row of

stitching no more than 1/8 inch (3 mm) from the edge.

NOTE

Extensive damage between seams is repaired with a seam-to-seam patch. For seam-to-seam

patch repair, do Steps 15 - 19.

15. Open seam 2 inches (5 cm) beyond damaged area on both sides.

16. Square off damaged area from seam to seam.

17. Cut patch 2 inches (5 cm) wider than squared-off section. Allow for 3/4 inch (19 mm) turn-under on sides.

18. Center patch over cutaway section. Turn sides under and reform double-felled seams at top and bottom.

19. Finish by stitching patch into place.

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NOTE

For webbing and reinforcement repair, do Steps 20 - 21.