TM 9-2320-272-24-3
4-142. CARGO BODY ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE (Contd)
3.
Disconnect four wires (13) from each of two rear composite lights (3). Tag wires (13) for installation.
4.
Remove eight locknuts (10), screws (12), and wire clamps (11) from cargo body (2).
5.
Wrap two utility chains around subframe beam (5) and fasten hooks over utility chains.
6.
Attach lifting device to center of utility chains.
WARNING
Lifting device must have a weight capacity greater than the
l
weight of the truck bed to prevent injury or death to personnel
and damage to equipment.
l All personnel must stand clear during lifting operations. A
snapped cable, or swinging or shifting load, may result in injury
or death to personnel.
NOTE
Mechanic will handle one guide line and direct hoisting operation.
Assistant will handle other guide line. Second assistant will
operate lifting device.
7.
Connect two guide lines to front and rear lashing hooks (1).
8.
Lift cargo body clear of frame (4) and place on four shop stands.
9.
Disconnect lifting device, two utility chains, and guide lines from cargo body (2).
NOTE
Extra-long wheelbase models (M927/A1/A2, M928/A1/A2) utilize
four wood sills, twenty washers, and twenty screws.
10.
Remove ten locknuts (7), lockwashers (6), screws (9), and two wood sills (8) from cargo bed (5).
Discard locknuts (7), lockwashers (6), and wood sills (8).
b. Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and toxic. Do not use near open
flame and always have a fire extinguisher nearby when solvents
are used. Use only in well-ventilated places, wear protective
clothing, and dispose of cleaning rags in approved container.
Failure to do this may result in injury or death to personnel and/or
damage to equipment.
1.
Clean cargo body (2) with steam or wire brush and approved cleaning solvent (TM 9-247).
2.
Inspect cargo body (2) for dents, cracks, breaks, and rust.
1.
Weld or straighten as necessary (TM 9-237).
2.
Strip and paint as necessary (TM 43-0139).
d. Installation
1.
Wrap two utility chains around subframe beam (5) and fasten hooks over utility chains.
2.
Connect two guide lines to front and rear lashing hooks (1).
3.
Attach lifting device to center of utility chains.
4.
Install two new wood sills (8) on cargo bed (2) with ten screws (9), new lockwashers (6), and new
locknuts (7).
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