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MEDEVAC: Hoist Bumper Spring Assembly Part Number Correction
September 14, 2020 — The MEDEVAC hoist bumper/spring assembly in both TM 1-1520-237-23&P (Jan 19) and TM 1-1520-280-23&P (Mar 20) has the incorrect obsolete part number, BL-12750-3. That part number, BL-12750-3, is a shorter crushable bumper and was replaced by BL-15975-3. Keep reading to learn more... MORE

DCGS-A: New TGS TM Makes Tactical Touchdown
September 14, 2020 — TM 11-5865-1098-10 (Jul 20) is the new operator’s manual for the Tactical Intelligence Ground Station (TGS) AN/TSQ-179E (V) 2, NSN 5865-01-673-1760. The HMMWV-mounted system is part of the Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A)... MORE

M16-Series Rifle & M4 Carbine: Carrier Key Screw Ordering Advice
September 14, 2020 — If you’re trying to order the carrier key screw, NSN 5305-00-992-7284, and it’s being cancelled, here’s why. There’s an error in the DLA system, and they’re working to fix it. Until then, order the next higher assembly... MORE

M400W Skid Loader: Stop Needless Battery Replacement!
September 14, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 779 (Oct 17), p. 17. Operators, it’s no secret that M400W compact-skid loaders have an ongoing problem with battery drain. Most use the yellow-top Optima batteries... MORE

UH-60M: Replacement Searchlight Now Available!
September 14, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 802 (Sept 19), page 21. The searchlights on UH-60M helicopters have a problem. Their light sometimes dissipates... MORE

Army Equipment: Need to Look Up An Item Manager?
September 14, 2020 — Getting in touch with an item manager about a piece of equipment is pretty simple. Just go to: https://i2log.apg.army.mil/ and follow these instructions... MORE

UAS: Readiness Reporting Key to Mission Readiness
September 14, 2020 — Keeping unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the fight requires consistent readiness reporting. Maintaining readiness for your Shadow, Gray Eagle and all unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) means knowing the who, what, when, where and why of readiness reporting. ... MORE

Safety: Think Before You Climb
September 14, 2020 — This article originally appeared in PS 760 (Mar 16), pp. 60-61. Too many Soldiers are hurt when mounting or dismounting from Army equipment. Often these injuries are caused by failure to follow basic safety guidelines. Learn more here... MORE

Construction Equipment: Stop That Sneaky Leak
September 14, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 774 (May 17), p. 16. Operators, working in rocky soil can play havoc with the tires on your construction equipment. When small rocks get stuck between the tire and wheel rim, tire pressure goes right out the window! ... ... MORE

D7R II Tractor: Some Tips for the Tractor
September 9, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 771 (FEB 17), p. 18-19. Operators, here are a few reminders to keep in mind before the day’s run, especially you newbies! ... ... MORE

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