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Category: Log/Maint Management

Logistics Management: Stock Alert for M119A3 Howitzer Trunnion Bolt
January 27, 2021 — The M119A3 howitzer’s trunnion bolt, NSN 5305-01-567-9244, can suffer catastrophic failure when installed. In every instance of failure, the damage has the same noticeable characteristics: Either the socket head cap screw shears in a clean break near the end of the screw shank, or the head separates from the shank where the two pieces join... MORE

Maintenance Training: Find Every Chance to Teach
January 22, 2021 — Listen up! The next time a vehicle comes into the shop with an apparent low tire psi, ask the operator if they have a tire gauge. Then ask them how to check the tire’s psi. You might be surprised to find out what they don't know or are just embarrassed to ask. Rather than get angry or shrug your shoulders, such a confession is the perfect opportunity to teach and train. ... MORE

PS Magazine: Help Us Help You
December 23, 2020 — Each day, emails from Soldiers and DoD civilians all over the world come into PS Magazine seeking answers to challenges they're facing while maintaining their vehicles and equipment. And each day, Half-Mast or a member of his team replies. In order to help you, help us by providing as much information as possible about the problem... MORE

UTAP: You’re Just a Click Away!
November 17, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 798 (May 19), p. 20-21. TACOM’s Unit Training Assistance Program, UTAP, provides approved training materials for a variety of TACOM-managed equipment... MORE

GCSS-Army: New Cause Codes
November 12, 2020 — It’s important for leaders to be aware of emerging cyber threats and other vulnerabilities. To help them, the GCSS-Army development team has created the following new cause codes to identify faults and notifications related to cyber security issues:... MORE

MSDs: Some MSD-V2s Being Decommissioned
October 14, 2020 — Program Executive Office (PEO), Combat Support and Combat Service Support is decommissioning some version 2 Maintenance Support Devices (MSDs) because the hardware isn’t upgradable and the devices aren’t compatible with Windows 10... 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

FRS: Diesel Engine Turn-in and Procurement Process
August 14, 2020 — Supply techs, before turning in or ordering the diesel engine, NSN 2815-01-558-2770 or NSN 2815-01-559-2661, be sure your maintenance techs contact the Forward Repair System (FRS) equipment specialist or item manager for troubleshooting tips... MORE

PS Magazine: How to Submit Article Ideas
August 11, 2020 — Whether you’re working in the motor pool or in the field, it’s not uncommon to discover a better way to perform a maintenance procedure or find a mistake in a TM. It’s even possible that your discovery can save vehicles and equipment from unwanted wear and tear, save the Army money, improve safety or, even, save lives... MORE

Logistics Management: Use Containers for Unserviceable Returns
July 31, 2020 — Aviation ground support and common aircraft components are being returned without their containers. Returning these parts without the containers increases repair turnaround time... MORE

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