The PS Preventive Maintenance Monthly articles from July 2006

The PS Preventive Maintenance Monthly archives from July 2006

The rest of the story.(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... HEY, THERE'S A LOT MORE TO THIS MANUAL THAN THE PMCS TABLES! YOU GOT THAT RIGHT. MOST OF YOU OPERATORS ARE (OR SHOULD BE) VERY FAMILIAR WITH THE PMCS CHART IN YOUR -10 TM. AFTER ALL, YOU SHOULD BE USING IT EACH TIME YOU DRIVE YOUR...

Better batteries or bust!(cleaning batteries in the tank)
July 1, 2006... Ignoring the batteries in your tank is bad business, crewmen. Neglect leads to corrosion, corrosion to damaged cables and damaged cables to a tank that's got no get-up-and-go! So inspect the batteries during PMCS and report any corrosion to...

Software shenanigans.(M2A3/M3A3 Bradleys ...)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, A lot of crewmen are having problems with the new software upgrade on their A3 Bradleys. For version 7.01 or higher, the software has a new option that allows maintenance personnel to conduct on-board diagnostic training at...

Bradley gun gyros needed.
July 1, 2006... The gun gyro assembly, NSN 1005-01-095-5205, for the M2/M3-series Bradley is in short supply. If you have any unserviceable gun gyro assemblies, turn them in immediately for repair to Tobyhanna Army Depot (RIC BY6). Questions? Contact TACOM's...

STE-M 1/FVS component repair.
July 1, 2006... According to TM 9-4910-751-14&P, field-level repair on the STE-M1/ FVS test set's vehicle test meter (VTM), NSN 6625-01-271-7842, and set communicator assembly, NSN 4910-01-239-1634, should be performed whenever possible. If you can't repair...

Pay attention!(Stryker ...)
July 1, 2006... Soldiers, a short attention span is a dangerous thing when the ramp on a Stryker is opening or closing. The cams inside the ramp locks are moving, so anything that gets in their way ends up mangled. That includes your fingers, a rifle...

See (and replace) the light.(M113A3 FOV ...)
July 1, 2006... What kind of lights and lenses do you have on the instrument panel of your M113A3 vehicle, drivers? Specifically, take a close look at the TRANS FILTER CLOGGED, TRANS OIL LOW PRESS, and PARKING BRAKE lights. These lights and lenses have...

Ramp up on control valve solution.(M113A3 FOV ...)
July 1, 2006... Mechanics, replacing a failed ramp control valve on an M113A3 vehicle can cause even more problems if it's not done right. That starts with getting the right replacement valve. The Problem The old-style ramp control valve, NSN...

Tight engine bolts a must.(M109A6 Paladin, M992A2 Ammo Carrier ...)
July 1, 2006... Shipping a component back for repair means more than just sticking it in the shipping container and making sure you have the right postage. That's especially true when it comes to Paladin and M992A2 engines, NSN 2815-01-335-4579. Far too...

Note this tip before you dip.(M1117 ASV ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... ? Is oil leaking from the transfer case oil fill plug of your M1117 armored security vehicle (ASV)? ! That's what happens when you overfill the transfer case. I THINK I'LL FILL THE OIL IN YOUR TRANSFER CASE... THANKS,...

M1000 semitrailer lug nut.
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 5310-01-270-5463 to get a left-hand lug nut for the M1000 HET semitrailer. This NSN replaces the one shown as Item 8, Fig 26 of TM 9-2330-381-24P.

M871A2 Air Brake Chamber NSN.
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 2530-01-026-9361 to get the air brake chamber for the M871A2 semitrailer. The information for Item 3 on Page 14-1 of TM 9-2330-386-14&P doesn't apply now, since that part is no longer available.

Need parts for your gunner shield?(HMMWVs ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... IF YOU HAVE THE NEW GUNNER SHIELD KIT, NSN 2510-01-498-4996, FOR YOUR M1114 UP-ARMORED HMMWV OR M1025/ M1026 HMMWV... ... YOU WILL EVENTUALLY NEED REPAIR PARTS. HERE THEY ARE... Gunner shield, NSN 2540-01-500-3446 Gunner shield...

Underbody armor can make truck NMC.(HMMWVs ...)(not fully mission capable)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... When the mission requires you to take your M1113 M1114, M1116, or M1145 HMMWV into hostile territory, you don't want any problems! That means a careful PMCS using TM 9-2320-387-10. But, there's been a change to NMC criteria for the...

Don't forget the barrell.(M2 Machine Gun ...)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, I found your article in PS 634 (Sep 05) on headspacing and timing the M2 machine gun helpful. I hope Army gunners pay attention to it. But through my experience as a warrant officer and now an armament repair technician, there...

More uses for the bandoleer.(M16-Series Rifle ...)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, Thanks for the article in PS 637 (Dec 05) about removing the white slip stitching at the bottom of the M16 rifle or M4/M4A1 carbine's bandoleer to turn it into a carrier for eight magazines. Many soldiers didn't know about...

Covers for machine guns?(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Dear Half-Mast, Are there covers we can order For our machine guns to protect them from the sands of Southwest Asia? MSG S.H. Dear Master Sergeant S.H., There are some covers available. Here they are: M249 machine...

How do you mount ammo 'can'?(M240 Machine Gun ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Sear Half-Mast, When you're firing an M2NO machine gun on an M197 mount, is there any way to mount an amino can? SFC C.G. Dear Sergeant, You can use an amino adapter bracket assembly, NSN 1005-01-468-0552, which holds the...

Keep your M145's light shining.(M249, M240B Machine Guns ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Too machine gunners haven't discovered that the M145 machine gun optic on their M249 or M240B machine gun has an illuminated reticle for low-light sighting. As a result, they don't realize the reticle light must be turned oft when it's not...

Don't forget to check for mildew.(M40-, M42-Series Masks ...)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, We've discovered in highly humid areas--like here in Louisiana--mildew can attack your M40- and M42-series masks. Even iF you clean your mask like it says in the -10 TMs and let it completely air dry before you store it,...

A good measure of help.(JSLIST ...)
July 1, 2006... Dear Half-Mast. We are confused about how to measure a soldier for JSLIST pants. Do you measure the soldier with or without boots and where do you measure to on the inseam? Also, can you order JSLIST replacement parts, like the coupling...

Let your computer track CBRN equipment.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, NBC NCOs have a big job. They not only have to make sure their unit's masks, chemical alarms, protective suits, and radiac equipment are ready for action, but they must also document what's in the NBC room, what belongs to...

Latest CBRN training films. (Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear (CBRN) ...
July 1, 2006... DO YOU GET THE FEELING THESE TRAINING FILMS ARE A BIT OUT OF DATE? LET'S ASK HALF-MAST HOW TO ORDER NEW ONES. Dear Half-Mast, I'm an instructor at one of the Army's CBRN schools and we have a big problem with out-of-date training...

Wrench makes a big impact.(Tools ...)
July 1, 2006... When it comes to breaking loose stubborn or high-torqued nuts, bolts and screws, you've got to have the right tools to do the job quickly and safely. For example, M1-series tank sprocket screws are torqued to 700-750 lb-ft. The on-board...

M14 rifle is back--and PS is ready to help!
July 1, 2006... THESE M14 RIFLES HAVE REAL STOPPING POWER. I'M IMPRESSED. YEAH, THEY'RE GOOD ALL RIGHT, BUT I'M NOT SURE HOW WE'RE SUPPOSED TO TAKE CARE OF THE M14. WE DON'T HAVE A TM, S0 WE DON'T HAVE A GUIDE, SHOULD WE MAINTAIN IT LIKE THE M16...

Picking up bad vibrations?(M230 Machine Gun ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Aircraft crews have reported their M230 machine guns are vibrating too much when the gun is moved or fired. The vibration can cause M230 gun and cradle components to wear out fast, leading to expensive repairs. Investigation has revealed...

Siphon it up!(All Aircraft ...)
July 1, 2006... Mechanics, now that you've finished cleaning and washing your bird, how do you get excess water out of those tight spots and hard-to-reach places? Low pressure air usually works, but in those tight nook and crannies of your bird low...

Lock in handle before pumping up.(UH-60 Series ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... YOUR APU NEEDS PUMPING. WE'LL BOTH GET A WORKOUT! I'LL GET SOME PSI, AND YOU'LL GET SOME MUSCLE! YOUR BLACK HAWK IS EQUIPPED WITH AN AUXILIARY POWER UNIT (APU) TO GET THE ENGINES GOING WHEN YOU'RE OUT THE BOONIES AND GROUND POWER IS...

What should be on it?(Electrical Safety Board ...)
July 1, 2006... Pear MSG Half-Mast, Every time I PCS to a new duty station, my new unit has an electrical safety board that has different things on it than my last unit. Is there anything in writing that says what should be on an electrical safety board?...

It's an O-ring thing.(Night Vision Devices ...)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... Dear Editor, I have inspected many night vision devices (NVDs) and have been surprised at how many of these NVDs don't have their O-rings. When, where and how they get lost is a mystery to me, but NVDs are NMC without them. O-rings let...

Has your battery been recalled?(Deli Notebook Computers ...)
July 1, 2006... DO YOU HAVE ONE OF THESE MODELS OF DELL OF COMPUTERS? IF SO, YOU NEED TO CHECK THE BATTERIES... ... BECAUSE THEY COULD OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE! Latitude D410, 3505. D510. D600, D610, D800, D810; Inspiron 510M, 600M,...

Don't be faked out *.(Army Combat Uniform ...)
July 1, 2006... HEY! CHECK IT OUT... ... THE NEW ARMY COMBAT UNIFORM! SWEET! I'M GONNA BUY ME ONE. NOT SO FAST, WHAT MAKES YOU SO SURE THIS IS AUTHENTIC? GOOD QUESTION, SOLDIER. "KNOCK-OFF" ACUS ARE SHOWING UP IN ARMY SURPLUS CLOTHING...

If you can't take the heat ...(Modern Burner Unit ...)
July 1, 2006... If you've ever worked inside a field kitchen, you know how hot it can get. A combination of summer sun and lots of cooking can make the kitchen a sweltering furnace, with the heat sometimes topping 120[degrees]F. These high temperatures...

Keep SAPI happy.(Interceptor Body Armor ...)(small arms protective inserts)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... The small arms protective inserts (SAPI) that fit into your Interceptor body armor (IBA) vest will protect you from multiple hits by rounds as large as 7.62mm. But even though the SAPI are rugged, they still need tender loving care. *...

Better wheels for GMTX.(general mechanics tool kits)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... The toolbox wheels for the general mechanics tool kits (GMTK) and multi-capable maintainers tool kit (MCMTK) have been breaking when the toolbox is rolled over rough ground. Then broken wheels make it a chore to move the toolbox to a new spot....

SEE BII tools update.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 5120-01-398-9391 to get a pair of pliers and NSN 5120-01-430-1504 to get a 17 x 19-mm box wrench for the small emplacement excavator. These tools are shown in the Basic Issue Items as Items 13 and 17 of TM 5-2420-224-24P.

SEE fire extinguisher.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 4210-01-133-9053 to get a fire extinguisher for the small emplacement excavator. This NSN replaces the extinguisher shown as Item 2.1 in the Basic Issue Items List of TM 5-2420-224-10.

SEE tool box latch.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... You can now order the latch for the excavator's tool box door with NSN 5340-01-259-8969. The latch is shown in Figs 216 and 217 of TM 5-2420-224-24P-2, but not as a separate item.

SEE backhoe knob NSN.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 5355-01-484-8572 to get a knob for the controls on backhoe on the small emplacement excavator. The NSN shown as Item 1, Fig 255 of TM 5-2420-224-24P-2 is wrong.

350 GPM fuel pump gauges.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 6685-01-455 and NSN 6685-01-455-4826 to get the compound and pressure gauges for the 350 GPM fuel pump. These NSN replace the part info. shown as Items 28 and 29, Fig 49 of TM 10-4320-324-24P.

350 GPM fuel pump.(CONSTRUCTION)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 4320-01-526-0433 to get a centrifugal pump for the 350 GPM fuel pump (Models AHS, FSSP, TPT and WSDS.) This NSN is missing from Item 9 in Fig. 37 of TMs 10-4320-226-24-P and 10-4320-343-24P.

LRT-110 crane tire.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Order NSN 2610-01-465-5823 when you need a tire for the 7 1/2-ton rough terrain crane. This NSN replaces the parts info shown for Item 1, Fig 9-11 of TM 5-3810-305-24P.

CS-563D roller final drive.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Tell your buddies in support that NSN 2520-01-496-0713 gets the final drive for the CS563D self-propelled vibratory roller. This NSN replaces the parts info shown as Item 5, Fig 121 of TM 5-3895-383-24R

RS28 vibratory roller lamp.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 6220-01-029-8295 to get the roller's h assembly. This NSN replaces the parts info showr 1, Fig 51 of TM 5-3895-346-24R

RS28 vibratory roller cables.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 3040-01-227-7370 to get the control assembly (forward/reverse cable) for the RS28 vibratory roller. The NSN for Item 1 in Fig 58 of TM 5-3895-346-24P is no longer available.

HYEX dipper arm.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 2590-01-474-9308 to get the dipper arm assembly for the hydraulic excavator that's as Item 00, Page 3340-2 of TM 5-3805-280-24P. The complete assembly (shown as Item 70 on the same page), which includes the cylinder, line and bucket...

MW24C oil filter.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... NSN 2940-01-011-9260 gets the oil filter for the MW24C scoop loader. What's shown as Item 13 in Fig 12 of TM 5-3805-262-24P is no longer available.

MW24C alternator NSN.(EQUIPMENT TIDBITS)
July 1, 2006... Use NSN 6115-01-440-7397 to get an alternator for the MW24C scoop loader. This NSN replaces the parts info shown as Item 2, Fig 32 of TM 5-3805-262-24R

Applying operator qualification records.(Maintenance Management ...)
July 1, 2006... Dear Half-MasT, Can a unit; still use the qualification code "2-1/2 ton" or "5-ton and below" on DA Form 5984-E? Just because a soldier carl drive an M936 doesn't mean the soldier carl drive an MTV or LMTV. CW3 D.F.M. Dear CW3...

What is a fringe part?(Supply ...)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Dear Half-Mast, We are trying to find the definition of "fringe" as it relates to supplies/ materials. I can't find Fringe anywhere. Can you help? Mr. G.K. Mr: G.K., Fringe is supply worm slang. Para 5-11e(4)(a), AR 710-1,...

Passwords protect power from pirates, predators and pests.(Internet ...)
July 1, 2006... Libraries are wonderful places! A lot of people remember when they got their first library card. It gave them the freedom to check out novels, biographies, reference books, atlases, and how-to books. Today, libraries are still around, but...

New M58 smoke generator bearings.(Connies Post Scripts)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... The ball bearings for the M58 smoke generator's grinder spindle tend to rust. Then the grinder spindle freezes and you can't make infrared blocking smoke. The only fix previously was replacing the whole grinder spindle at a cost of $6,000. But...

Tent poles, lines, and pins.(Connies Post Scripts)
July 1, 2006... Looking for poles, lines and pins for your tents7 Go online to the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia's Base Camp website: http://warfighter.dla.mil/special/basecamp/index.jsp From the home page, click on SEARCH PAGE FOR POLES, LINES,...

M1-series tank gun tubes revisited.(Connies Post Scripts)
July 1, 2006... Page 4 of PS 642 (May 06) listed the Industrial Operations Command as the POC for disposal instructions of gun tubes with depleted uranium residue, That's changed. The Army's Radioactive Waste Disposal Office is currently in the Army Field...

CH-47D lower rescue hatch nut.
July 1, 2006... Item 45, NSN 5306-00-156-2341, in Fig 62 of TM 55-1520-240-23P-1 for the lower rescue hatch door of CH-47d shows the correct bolt, but the attaching nut, for Item 37, NSN 5310-00-660-3381, is too small. The correct nut for Item 37 is NSN...

Bandages for air warrior vest.(Connies Post Scripts)
July 1, 2006... For those who need to know what type of bandage to carry in the vest, PM Air Warrior recommends using NSN 6510-01-521-1308 because it's less bulkier. Make a note until TM 1-1680-377-13&P is updated,

HEMTT slobber kit.
July 1, 2006... Got a HEMTT engine with a slobbering problem? Clean up that unburned fuel and oily mess by getting your support to install an air box drain parts kit (slobber tube), NSN 2815-01-210-0374. It's the same kit used on the M911 HET. Just don't use...

NSN change for M24 rifle.
July 1, 2006... Page C-16, Change 7, of Tm 9-1005-306-10, list NSN 6650-01-456-9093 for the anti-reflection device (ARD) used on the M24 sniper weapon's day optic sight. That's wrong. Fact is that is, NSN gets the ARD for the M22 binoculars. Use NSN...

Update an SARET.(Small Arms Readiness and Evaluation Teams to be financed by United States. Army. Forces Command and United States. Army. Tank-automotive and Armaments Command)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... PS 643 (June 06) told you about the Small Arms Readiness and Evaluation Teams (SARET) that will help deploying units with their small arms. The teams do inspections and repairs on site. Now there is more news about SARET. All travel and labor...

Turn in avenger STC.
July 1, 2006... Avenger missile system slew-to-cue (STC) secondary items have transferred from free issue to an organic supply system. STC items are in short supply so if you have any that need repair, turn them in ASAR Use an ARIL of BK5 for the following STC...

Abrams/Bradley newsletters revisited.(Connies Post Scripts)
July 1, 2006... The URL on Page 61 of PS 640 (march 06) for the Program Executive Office Combat Systems (PEO-GCS) website has changed. In order to access the links that provide instructions on how to get the Abrams Tank Information Paper (A-TIP) and Bradley...