TM 9-2350-358-BD
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MECHANICAL LINKAGE ROD, DAMAGED - CONTINUED
Procedural Steps:
NOTE
If welding capability is not available go to option 2.
1.
Remove damaged rod.
2.
Measure distance between connecting points.
NOTE
Rod length should equal distance measured in step 2.
3.
Cut required length of plate stock.
4.
Weld rod.
5.
Remove any excess metal that would hinder operation.
6.
Install rod.
7.
Record BDAR action taken.
When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using
standard maintenance procedures.
Option 2
Limitations:
Possible degraded mobility
Personnel/Time Required:
•
1-2 soldiers
•
Time determined by location and amount of damage.
Materials/Tools:
•
Bolts, two required (scavenge from available source)
•
Rod or tube (scavenge from available source)
Procedural Steps:
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