TM 9-2350-275-BD
CHAPTER 8
TRACK AND SUSPENSION
BDAR FIXES SHALL BE USED ONLY IN COMBAT
AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COMMANDER
AND SHALL BE REPAIRED BY STANDARD MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE AFTER THE MISSION IS COMPLETED.
SECTION I. General
8-1. General.
a. When track or suspension components are damaged, the carrier can operate by
eliminating some positions. Maintaining a tight track and uniform ground pressure will
be a problem. As more roadwheels, arms, and torsion bars are damaged, there is less to
support the vehicle load. This will result in reduced ground clearance and heavier
loading on remaining components. The crew must control the speeds, limit the agility
of movement and select smoother terrain if the tactical situation permits. Imbalance
and mismatch from side to side will not only cause a control problem for the driver, but
will consume engine power and directly affect the top speed of the vehicle.
b. Many items within the suspension assembly are identical regardless of position, but
some have minor differences from left to right and front to rear. In an emergency
situation, these parts can be used as a substitute despite the fact they carry a different
NSN.
