TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD 3-26. MECHANICAL LINKAGE ROD, DAMAGED - CONTINUED 1. Remove damage rod. 2. Measure distance between connecting points. 3. Measure rod or tube length. NOTE Rod length should equal distance measured in step 3. 4. Cut required length of reinforcement rod or tube. 5. Drill holes through reinforcement and rod. 6. Rivet or bolt reinforcement to damaged rod. 7. Record BDAR action taken. When mission is complete, as soon as practical, repair the equipment/system using standard maintenance procedures. 3-27. PULLEY, DAMAGED When cable pulleys are damaged beyond use, the damaged pulley may be welded, wedged into position, or replaced with a bolt. Option 1 Limitations: Cable life will be decreased. Personnel/Time Required: • 1-2 soldiers • Time determined by location and amount of damage Materials/Tools: • Grease, aircraft (item 33, Appendix C) • Wedging material, wood or metal (scavenge from available source) Procedural Steps: 1. Place wedge between pulley and support. 3-32