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Patriot Missile System: Don’t Make GPS NMC!
January 31, 2020 — This article initially appeared in Issue PS 789, pages 37. Dear Editor, it doesn’t take much to make the Patriot launcher’s GPS NMC. A little too much muscle removing the two GPS cables can damage their wiring. On our last deployment, we lost six cables that way... MORE

1128 MGS Stryker: A/C PM Keeps Vehicle Combat Ready
January 31, 2020 — Refrigerant leaks and bad hydraulic fan motor seals can put the air handling units (AHUs) inside the crew compartment of your M1128 MGS Stryker out of action. And that makes your vehicle NMC! Check out TM 9-2355-321-13&P (Sep 16) for info on how to keep your A/C unit running cool and your Stryker ready for action... MORE

Stryker: Get Organized with Cargo Nets
January 31, 2020 — Get cargo nets for your Stryker with the NSNs below. The nets fit all Stryker variants, including the double V-hull Stryker... MORE

Combat Vehicles: Always Know the LO
January 30, 2020 — All lube, engine oil and hydraulic fluid are pretty much the same, right? Actually, no! And getting it wrong can cause some serious damage to your vehicle... MORE

M26 Decon: Pump Oil Pointer
January 30, 2020 — The M26 Decon needs an oil designed for continuous use at high loads and temperatures. Use the recommended pump oil, Hydra-Oil 40W, NSN 1040-01-612-3498, PN A01-114-3441, CAGE 59776. It has what it takes to stand up to harsh conditions... MORE

TMDE: Changing GCSS-Army Verification Dates Threatens Safety, Reliability
January 30, 2020 — Some support units and TMDE discovered Soldiers who go into GCSS-Army and change the verification dates for weapons, night vision equipment and diagnostic equipment... MORE

MEDEVAC: Get Hoist Training at Your Unit
January 30, 2020 — If your unit needs hoist training, Breeze-Eastern has a great training option. They’ll come to you! If more than four to five students need training, this option may be more economical than paying TDY for the attendees. Request the training by filling out the form at the link in this article... MORE

Tactical Computers: Take Cover from Water Damage
January 30, 2020 — Water has many uses, but one thing you don’t want to get water on is computer equipment. Unfortunately, that’s happening because some Soldiers are leaving their tactical computer systems exposed when power-washing their vehicles. Click MORE to learn how to prevent possible damage... MORE

Patriot Missile System: Pinpoint PM
January 29, 2020 — This article initially appeared in Issue PS 785, pages 46-47. Dear Editor, we recommend these tips to keep Patriots firing with pinpoint accuracy: First, make sure to hit all the grease points and keep track of lubrication. The launcher especially has grease points that are often overlooked and then the outriggers or bullring end up with expensive damage... MORE

Aviation: Need NSNs for Boots and Flight Suits?
January 29, 2020 — I’m deployed and I’m looking for some aviator olive-colored flight suits, gloves and boot NSNs. Can you help me with a list of NSNs for these items? ... MORE

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