TM 9-2330-371-14&P
KINGPIN
This task covers:
a. Removal (page 5-21)
b. Installation (page 5-21)
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Personnel Required
Grinder, portable
One
Torch, acetylene
Welder, arc
Equipment Condition
Semitrailer unhooked from towing vehicle.
ACTION
LOCATION
ITEM
REMARKS
REMOVAL
1.
Gooseneck (1)
Toolbox cover (2)
Open.
2.
Toolbox (3)
Kingpin (4)
Using acetylene torch, cut out.
Do not damage fifth wheel plate.
3.
Fifth wheel
Weldment (6)
Using portable grinder, grind until sur-
plate (5)
face is smooth.
INSTALLATION
4.
New kingpin (4)
a. Put in place and center.
b. Weld to fifth wheel plate (5).
See TM 9-237.
5.
Gooseneck (1)
Toolbox cover (2)
Close.
TASK ENDS HERE
TA224326
