TM 5-2330-361-14&P
t h e filler plug. Oil
4-79. The undercarriage rubber bushings should be
through
examined every 2,000 miles for breaking and signs
should be changed at 50,0~ miles or with brake re-
D i s c wheels; and broke
of wear.
linings.
drums should be carefully examined for cracks every
D o not allow these areas to become
2,000 miles.
4-77. UNDERCARRIAGE AND WHEELS.
e x c e s s i v e l y worn or expensive repairs will be re-
quired.
4 - 7 8 . The undercarriage should be visually exam-
ined for broken and missing parts. Check brackets,
4-80.
FRAME
INSPECTION.
adiusting screws, and walking beam ends. Replace
4-81. The frame should be checked daily for crack-
faulty parts.
Check disc wheel mounting for tightness
e d welds, failing steel members, cracked decking.
See figure 4-17 for torque
daily.
4-82. Structural cracks will usually show best when
specifications and tiqhteninq sequence.
the trailer is loaded. Structural repairs should only
be attempted by persons experienced in this field.
4 :8 3 . Failure to maintain decking in good shape
may cause damage to crossmembers.
4-87. HP SERIES TILTING PLATFORM PINS.
FIGURE 4-18. STEMCO HUB CAP.
FIGURE 4-17. TIGHTENING SEQUENCE
OF DISC WHEELS.
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