TM 9-2330-388-14
Section XVIII. MAINTENANCE OF TANK BODY PARTS
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Brackets, Splash plates, and Mudflaps, Fig.
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Damage to the tank body and evidence of leaks and bent
or broken metal parts will be reported to the responsible
a.
Removal.
maintenance level for correction.
(1) Remove three bolts and nuts holding front
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splash plate to frame.
a.
Inspection.
(2) Remove four bolts, washers, and nuts from
bracket holding mudflaps to rear bumper.
(1) Check ladder and drain pipe connections on
b.
Installation.
top of semitrailer to ensure that drain holes are open and
free of debris.
(1) Position front splash plate and fasten to
(2) Check bolts for tightness at top of semi-
frame with three bolts and nuts.
trailer and at bottom.
(2) New mudflaps are stocked in one size only.
(3) Check welds on bolt flange on both top and
Cut and drill the mudflaps using the dimensions shown in
bottom to make sure they are not loose or cracked.
figure 4--64.
b.
Service.
(3) Put mudflaps in position, place bracket on
top side of mudflaps, and fasten to rear bumper with four
(1) Remove any debris from top of semitrailer
capscrews, washers, and nuts.
that may plug drain holes.
(2) Tighten bolts if loose.
(3) If any welds are cracked or loose, notify
direct support maintenance for repair.
c.
Replacement.
(1) Ladder. Remove eight capscrews and nuts
and remove ladder. Install and position new ladder on
tank. Secure with eight capscrews and nuts.
(2) Drain Pipes. Remove four capscrews and
nuts on each drain pipe. Remove drain pipe. Install and
position new drain pipe on tank, and secure with four
Figure 4-64. Mudflap Modification
capscrews and nuts.
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