TM-9-2350-277-10 Operator Manual M113A3 M577A3 M1064A3 M1068A3 M58 Download
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TM 9-2350-277-10 JOIN (T130) TRACK WARNING Improper number of track shoes may prevent track from being adjusted correctly creating a safety hazard. For carriers with new track, ensure there are 63 track shoes on the left side of carrier and 64 track shoes on the right side of carrier. For carriers with old track, ensure there are 62 track shoes on the left side of carrier and 63 track shoes on the right side of carrier. C A U T I O N Trackpin threads are easily damaged. Do not force track pin. Tap track pin lightly with hammer. NOTE If track is difficult to join, Step 8 can be repeated to release more track tension. As track pin moves through track hole, track pin will push drift pin out ahead of it. 1. Install two track fixtures across place where track is to be connected. Install track fixture on outside track first. Use 1-5/16 inch open end wrench. 2. Move ends of track together with crowbar. 3. Coat the track pin with oil or grease. Install a nut flush with one end of the pin. 0092 00-6 Change 2 BREAK/JOIN (T130) TRACK — Continued 0092 00