TM-9-2350-275-BD
M113 FAMILY CARRIER, PERSONNEL SELF-PROPELLED FULL-TRACKED
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATORS, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE; BATTLEFIELD DAMAGE ASSESSMENT AND REPAIR
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TM 9-2350-275-BD
TRACK
AND SUSPENSION
SECTION II. Track
8-4. TRACK, PARTIALLY THROWN
General Information
Quick, sharp turns sometimes result in a partially thrown track. Tracks can be replaced
without resorting to breaking track. A shorter method using wedging material to cam
the track into place can be utilized.
Limitations
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None
Personnel/Time Required:
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2 soldiers
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25 minutes
Materials/Tools:
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Pry bar
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Rocks
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Block of wood
Other Options
Procedural Steps
1. Loosen track adjuster to relieve track tension.
2. Remove the skirts.
3. Place wedging material between the top of roadwheel and track. Hold the objects in
place with a rod or pole.
4. Move
the vehicle slowly so the wedge will move with the roadwheel to lift the track
off of the roadwheeL The wedge should be large enough to lift the track center guide
above the
8-4
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