TM 5-3610-287-24
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REPAIR SECTION BODY SKIN (PERMANENT) (CONT)
WARNING
CHEMICAL HAZARD. Use silicone compound in a well-ventilated
area. Silicone compound is harmful to eyes and skin. In
case of contact with eyes, immediately flush eyes with water
for 15 minutes, then seek medical help. In case of contact
with skin, wipe off with dry cloth, then wash with soap and
water.
Fill puncture to 1/8 inch
Apply silicone compound in puncture (2).
7.
Apply silicone compound to
(3.2 mm) above surface of unbroken skin.
cracks leading to puncture (2).
Apply silicone compound to edges of sheet metal patch (4) and place
8.
patch onto Section body.
NOTE
To prevent buckles in patch, holes should be drilled and
rivets installed in order shown by numbers in patch
illustrated above.
Beginning at center of each side, drill one hole through Section
9.
body and install rivets (5).
10.
After middle of each side of patch has been riveted, drill remaining
holes through Section body skin in order shown above and install
rivets.
Paint sheet metal patch (4) in accordance with TM 43-0139.
11.
3-14. REPLACE DOOR HINGES
Installation
This task covers: a. Removal b.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Master mechanic's tool kit (appendix B, section III, item 18)
Portable electric drill
Twist drill set
File
Cross-tip screwdriver
Centerpunch
Ballpeen hammer
Tape measure
Sheet metal shears
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