TM 9-2320-260-34-2
15-25. RETRACTABLE BEAM DRIVESHAFT AND LOCK MAINTENANCE (Contd)
CAUTION
Do not bend or strain ratchet shaft during installation. Doing so
may result in damage to equipment.
NOTE
Bevel forward end of ratchet shaft for installation.
Coat two feet of forward end of ratchet shaft with GAA grease
for installation.
Direct assistant under van body to install shaft components
during ratchet shaft installation.
Lubricate ratchet shaft prior to installation.
1. Slowly insert ratchet shaft (2) into underframe (1) and install four bushings (8), nine bushings (6),
five spacers (5), sprockets (4), and spacers (3) on ratchet shaft (2).
2. Install four setscrews (9) in four bushings (8) in underframe channels (7).
3. Install five covers (14) on underframe (1) with thirty screws (15).
4. Install pawl (12) on underframe (1) with screw (13).
5. Insert lock (11) in pawl (12).
6. Install lock (11) on stud (16) with new locknut (10).
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