TM-9-2320-280-34 HMMWV Direct Support & General Support Maintenance Manual Download
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TM 9-2320-280-34 e. Hole Countersinking. NOTE Some rivet installations in the body require that rivet head be flush with the material surface, in these instances, countersunk or flush head rivets are used. 1. When using countersunk rivets, rivet holes must be countersunk with a tool having a 100°taper so rivet head will fit flush with surface. 2. When using a hand-operated countersink, the hole must be tried with a rivet so the recess will not be too deep or too shallow. It is best to use a countersink with a stop on it so depth of countersink can be controlled. Typical countersinking dimensions for blind rivets are shown in table 22-3. The minimum sheet thickness that can be machined for 100°countersink rivets is given in table 22-4. 3. Do not remove edge of hole on blind side of joint. Table 22-3. Countersinking Dimensions for 100°Countersunk Blind Rivets 010R. MIN. Table 22-4. Minimum Sheet Gauge for 100°Machine Countersink f. Blind Rivet Driving Practices and Precautions. 1. Rivets should be inspected for proper installation. The grip length of each rivet is marked on top of its head to provide positive identification. Use of proper grip length will produce a rivet installation where locking collar is flush with top surface of rivet head. Tolerance limit on flushness is 0.020 in. (0.5 mm). 2. For proper rivet installation, it is imperative that holes be properly prepared, tools be in good working order, and rivets properly applied. When problems occur, the source of trouble could be in any of these areas. 22-9