TM 9-2815-210-34-2-2
FRAME 2
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
NOTE
Readings must be within limits given in table 4-56. If
readings are not within given limits, throw away spring
and get a new one.
Do this frame for all six outer valve springs (1).
Check that outer valve spring (1) is not worn, cracked or damaged. Throw
away damaged outer valve springs and get new ones.
Measure free length of outer valve spring (1).
Using spring tester, measure load needed to
(1) to a length of 1.67 inches.
Using spring tester, measure load needed to
to a length of 2.12 inches.
Using spring tester, measure solid height of
GO TO FRAME 3
squeeze outer valve spring
squeeze outer valve spring (1)
outer valve spring (1).
Table 4-56. Outer Valve Springs Wear Limits
Index
Number
1
1
1
1
Item /Point of Measurement
Outer valve spring free
length
Outer valve spring load at
1.67 inches
Outer valve spring load at
2.12 inches
Outer valve spring maxi-
mum solid height
Size and Fit
of New Parts
(inches unless
otherwise noted)
2.5100 to 2.7100
153.7 to 167.7 pounds
62.7 to 68.7 pounds
1.5500
Wear Limits
(inches unless
otherwise noted)
None
147 pounds
63 pounds
None
4-248