TM-9-2350-358-BD
HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A6
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
MARCH 1994
TM-9-2350-358-BD - Page 126 of 343
TM 9-2350-358-BD
5-8.
FUEL TANK, LEAKING - CONTINUED
4.
Using a round file, file the hole to a size equal to the plug diameter.
5.
Install plug assembly and tighten wing nut.
6.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system
using standard maintenance procedures.
Option 4:
Plugging holes.
Limitations:
None
Personnel/Time Required:
•
2 soldiers
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Time determined by location and amount of damage.
Materials/Tools:
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Plastic repair kit (item 48, Appendix C)
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Epoxy, adhesive (item 2, Appendix C)
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Paper, abrasive or file (item 46, Appendix C or found in m2/3 generic BDR kit, Section III, Appendix C)
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Rubber hose (scavenge from available source)
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Bolt and nut (scavenge from available source)
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Two (2) large flat washers (scavenge from available source)
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Lockwasher (scavenge from available source)
References:
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TM 9-2350-314-20-1-1
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TM 9-2350-314-34-1
Procedural Steps:
1.
Gain access to fuel tank hole.
2.
Drain fuel until level is below the hole
3.
Obtain hose the approximate size of the hole.
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