TM 9-2330-246-14
4-80. RADIUS RODS MAINTENANCE (Con't).
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Level semitrailer (para 2-12).
Form a small, rigid S-hook from in. (6.4 mm) bar stock. Attach a steel tape to one end of the S-hook.
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4.
Attach S-hook and steel tape around kingpin (15). S-hook must rotate freely around kingpin.
Measure distances "A" and "B" between kingpin (15) and center mark of each end of axle spindle (17).
5.
Measurements must be within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) of each other.
If measurements are not within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) of each other, loosen nut (14) at each end of radius rod (4) on
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roadside. Turn middle portion (16) of radius rod right or left as necessary to 0aline axle, then tighten nuts.
7.
Install access cover on each hub (para 4-69). Install outer wheels (para 4-70).
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