TM-9-2350-273-BD M60 M48 Battle Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-273-BD ARMAMENT AND FIRE CONTROL SYSTEMS Procedural Steps (Cont'd) 8. Using boom, lift gun mount and tube assembly and re-install into turret. 9. Re-install trunnion bearings. 10. Reconnect elevating mechanism. 11. Record the BDAR action taken. When the mission is completed, as soon as practicable, repair tank using standard maintenance procedures. 10-12. GUN TUBE INTERCHANGEABILITY General Information: Gun tube is damaged and requires replacement. The 105MM gun tubes are interchangeable on the M48A5, M60A1, M60A3,M1, the British L7A1 and the German L7A3 Tanks. Limitations: ● None Personnel/Time Required: ● 2 soldiers ● 1-2 hours Materials/Tools: ● Lift capability Procedural Steps: 1. Remove heat shields, if applicable. 2. Attach block and tackle or boom from wrecker, to bottom of tube. 3. Remove pin holding gun tube in place. 4. Using girth wrench, turn gun tube one-eight turn counterclockwise or to unlock-position mark on shield. 5. Attach guide ropes to end of 6. Remove tube assembly. tube. 7. Insert replacement gun tube into shield assembly. 10-20