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BEB BII Retaining Clip
May 6, 2020 — Get the retaining clip that holds the bridge erection boat’s (BEB) life ring with NSN 5975-01-660-7993. The retaining clip is mounted on the crew station starboard crew protection kit or surrogate panel. ... MORE

Black Hawk: Aircraft Tow Bridle Now Available
May 6, 2020 — A new tow bridle kit (multiple leg sling), NSN 3940-01-672-4165, can be used for all H-60L/M/V model Black Hawk helicopters during C5 and C17 loadouts... MORE

Black Hawk: Arctic Maintenance Care in Alaska
May 5, 2020 — Cold weather is a threat to you, your crew and everyone who maintains the aircraft. Even when moving an aircraft into the hangar from the arctic cold for maintenance, there are second- and third- order effects to consider... MORE

CH-47: Use the Right ILCA Jam Test Tool Before Flight
May 5, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 794 (Jan 19), Pages 20-21. Good PM means performing all preventative maintenance services (PMS), including the ILCA jam simulation test like it says in WP 3398 of TM 1-1520-271-23&P. Read on to find out more. ... MORE

M113A3 FOV: Make Sure Bolt Is the Right One!
May 5, 2020 — Mechanics, you might think one bolt may not make much difference. But the wrong bolt can knock a vehicle out of action in a hurry! When you’re installing the propeller shaft and universal joints, or the final drive, on a vehicle from the M113A3 family, be mindful of the bolts you use... MORE

M1134, M1253 Stryker: Avoid a Missile Mishap!
May 5, 2020 — Crewmen, be sure to always conduct the pre-mission GRIPS tests and correct firing sequences for your anti-tank guided missile system (ATGM) Stryker. If you don’t, it’s possible you could launch an approximately $200,000 missile by mistake!... MORE

Mortars: Turn-in the Commanders Interface Computer
May 5, 2020 — Did you know the Commanders Interface (CI) computer, NSN 1220-01-534-9740, is being replaced by the Fire Control Computer (FCC), NSN 1220-01-612-7505? After the FCC’s fielding, make sure to turn in the old CI computer. Turning in the old, once you have the new, not only eliminates your excess property, but it supports an ongoing repair program for units who don’t have the FCC yet... MORE

M320 Grenade Launcher: New Guidance for Buttstock Receiver Damage
May 1, 2020 — Operators, you’ll find the preventive maintenance checks for the M320 grenade launcher on Page 0019-2 of TM 9-1010-232-10 (Nov 08, w/Ch 1, Apr 12). The BEFORE PMCS’s Equipment Not Ready/Available If section for Item 1 tells you the weapon isn’t ready if you see cracks, excessive wear or corrosion. But now TACOM has provided new PMCS guidelines. ... MORE

ULCANS: New TM’s Got You Covered
May 1, 2020 — TM 10-1080-256-10 (Mar 20) is the new operator’s manual for the Ultra Lightweight Camouflage Net Systems (ULCANS) Increment I. To learn which versions are covered by the TM, click MORE... MORE

Unauthorized Mods are a No-Go!
April 29, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 771 (Feb '17), Page 50. Soldiers, it might seem like a good idea to modify weapons, vehicles or other equipment to make them “better.” But before you think about modifying anything, think again!... MORE

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