TM-9-2350-273-BD
M48/M60 SERIES TANK, COMBAT FULL-TRACKED 105-MM GUN
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATORS, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; BATTLEFIELD DAMAGE ASSESSMENT AND REPAIR
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TM 9-2350-273-BD
ENGINE
Materials/Tools:
Generator air ducting clamps
Other Options:
Use welder to repair holes in exhaust system.
Procedural Step:
1. Remove top deck.
2. Locate hose clamp on vehicle that can be removed and is large enough in diameter
to fit manifold.
3. Cut can or other metal at least 1/4 inch larger than hole in manifold. Bend metal to
fit curve of manifold.
4. When hole is 1/2 inch or less in diameter one hose clamp can be placed around
manifold and clamp tightened over the hole.
5. When hole is 1/2 to 1 inch in diameter, cut metal can to a size just larger than the
hole. Place metal over the hole and secure with one or two hose clamps.
6. When hole is larger than 1 inch, cut metal can to a size just larger than the hole.
Place metal over the hole and secure with two or more hose clamps.
7. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures.
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