TM 9-2330-381-14
4-53. LONGITUDINAL STRUT (CONT)
12.
Using a torque wrench, torque special bolt (5) to 100 - 110 lb-ft (136 - 149 Nm). Install lubrication fitting (4) into
special bolt (5).
13.
Tighten adjusting nut (3) one and one-half turns. Then tighten "jam" nut (2) to secure the longitudinal strut (1).
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE
1.
Perform required lubrication (para. 3-3).
2.
Perform platform steering alinement (para. 4-16).
4-54. PLATFORM STEERING CYLINDER
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Installation
b. Inspection
d. Cylinder stop adjustment
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
General mechanics tool kit, item 16, appx. B
Crows foot adapter, 15/16", 1/2" drive
The following tools can be found in common tool kit no. 2, item 18, appx. B:
Torque wrench 1/2" drive,
Degreaser tank, 20 gal
0.200 lb-ft
Measuring tape 50 ft
Drain pan, 4 gl
Hammer, softfaced
Extension light, 24 ft
Goggles, industrial
Gloves, chemical and oil
Creeper, mechanics
protective
Materials/Parts
Antiseize compound, item 3,
Lockwasher (2)
Lockwasher (1)
Cap and plug set, item 5,
Seals (4)
Hose, clear, 36" long (2)
Grease, item 12, appx. E
Thread locking compound,
Pipe sealant, item 18, appx. E
item 21, appx. E
Cleaning compound solvent,
Bolt, self-locking (2)
item 25, appx. E
Special bolt, self-locking (2)
Personnel Required: 2
Equipment Condition
Manual steering set straight (para. 2-21)
Longitudinal struts removed (para. 4-53)
4-266 Change 3
