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Category: Combat Vehicles

M1128 MSG Stryker: Override Rammer Damage
November 26, 2019 — Crewmen, it gets hectic inside your M1128 MGS Stryker during gunnery tables. But do not fire the main gun without making sure the autoloader’s rammer assembly is in the HOME position. The central control panel (CCP) alerts you when the rammer assembly is in the wrong position. Follow the troubleshooting procedures in the -10 TM if you see a caution or warning. ... MORE

Combat Vehicles: What’s the CVE Program?
November 25, 2019 — An important component of Army readiness is TACOM’s Combat Vehicle Evaluation (CVE) Program. Under CVE, more than 9,000 combat vehicles are inspected and evaluated each year to determine if they should be sent to depot for overhaul... MORE

M113 FOV: Oil Filter NSN
October 22, 2019 — Order a new oil filter for the M113 FOV’s 6V53 engine with NSN 2940-01-633-3432 (PN PH3612). It replaces NSN 2940-01-197-7106 (PN FL804FP), which is shown as Item 9 in Fig. 22 of TM 9-2815-205-24P (Feb 13)... MORE

M2/M3 Bradley: Did You Remember to Check the Oil?
October 7, 2019 — Every crewmen knows that checking the oil levels in their Bradley is a part of regular PMCS. But believe it or not, some crews aren’t doing that basic check. Read on to learn why it's important and what to do... MORE

M88A2: AFES PM Keeps Fires at Bay
October 7, 2019 — Your M88A2 recovery vehicle’s automatic fire extinguishing system—AFES—can save your vehicle from serious damage, as well as save the lives of you and your fellow crewmen. But the AFES needs regular preventive maintenance to ensure it can do its job... MORE

Stryker: Out of Kilter? Level It!
October 7, 2019 — Crewmen, when your Stryker’s height management system (HMS) gets out of kilter, it’s time to level your vehicle. Here's how:... MORE

Stryker: Hatch Safety Heads Off Headaches
October 1, 2019 — Crewmen, a big headache could be in your future if you drive your Stryker without securing the driver’s hatch. Your vehicle has two safety devices to keep the hatch in place. But you’ve got to actually use them if you don’t want that 250-pound hatch crashing down on your head!... MORE

Stryker: Faulty Headset? Now Hear This!
September 25, 2019 — Mechanics, having a problem with the Stryker’s Bose® improved tactical headset (ITH)? If so, don’t be so quick to toss it aside and order a one. Instead, save your unit money by troubleshooting and repairing it... MORE

Stryker: Replace Seals, Not Whole Wheel Assembly
September 25, 2019 — Dear Editor, we’ve had trouble with the inner hub seals going out on the Stryker’s wheel assemblies. We thought the only fix was to replace the whole wheel assembly at a cost of $40,000 a pop. But then we discovered that just the seals, NSN 2530-21-906-4057, for the #1 and #2 axles can be replaced for only $203... MORE

Bradley FOV: Turn in Unserviceable DVDBs
September 25, 2019 — If you have unserviceable digital vehicle distribution boxes (DVDBs) for your Bradley, improve combat readiness and earn unserviceable credit by turning them in right away!... MORE

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