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M1-Series Tank: Coast Your Way to Proper Track Tension
January 11, 2023 — Proper track tension adjustment helps to avoid worn end connectors and cupped sprocket teeth. Read on for more information…... MORE

M1-Series Tank: Road Testing Part of PMCS
December 19, 2022 — Road testing can help you identify problems with your M1-series tank that aren’t always evident in the motor pool. Read on for more information…... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Check Road Wheel Hub Oil Levels
December 6, 2022 — Checking the oil level on the road wheel hubs after missions can prevent damage. Read on for more information... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Regular Engine Starts Enhance Readiness
December 1, 2022 — Starting your M1-series tank’s engine on a regular basis will help prevent battery problems and keep unit readiness high. Read on to learn its importance... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Follow TM to Clean Cannon Tube Correctly
November 29, 2022 — There’s only one right way to clean the M1-series tank’s 120mm gun tube. Read on for more information…... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Immediately Report Cannon Tube Strikes
October 21, 2022 — Serious damage can occur if your tank’s cannon tube makes contact with the ground or any other object. Keep reading to find out what to do if that happens... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: FSRS Supplemental TM Available
October 21, 2022 — There’s an M1-series TM available for the fire suppression refill system (FSRS). Read on for more info…... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Proper Tarp Placement with CROWS
July 15, 2022 — Crewmen, it can be tricky placing the two tarps that come with your M1-series tank’s basic issue items (BII) if your tank is equipped with the common remote operating weapon station (CROWS). Keep reading to learn how get those tarps installed just right and prevent water intrusion into the engine air intake system, auxiliary power unit (APU) housing and turret... MORE

M1A2 SEPv3 Tank: Use Correct Turret Lifting Kit
May 4, 2022 — HOT INFO: Maintainers, be aware that the M1A2 SEPv3 tank requires a new turret lifting kit, NSN 2590-01-692-8605. That’s because the new generation M1A2 SEPv3’s turret is heavier and has a different center of balance than the turret on older models, and its lifting kit requires a five (5) bolt center eye link, NSN 4933-01-692-8220. Read on to learn what you need to do to stay safe! ... MORE

M1A2 SEPv3 Tank: Updated LRM Replacement Procedures
April 7, 2022 — Maintainers, the replacement procedures for the M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tank’s line replaceable modules (LRM) have been updated. These updates include the hull control unit (HCU), mission control unit (MCU) and turret control unit (TCU). There's more, so keep reading... MORE

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