Rail - Repair

TM 55-1730-227-13&P

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Rail - Repair

This task covers: Repair (AVIM)

INITIAL SETUP

Tools:

Tool kit, airframe repairers NSN 5180-00-323-4876

Personnel Required:

MOS 68G

Reference

Information:

FM 55-63

Equipment Condition:

Para 3-18 Rail to be removed only when repairs

are made by welding

General Safety:

Refer to para 7-70, TM 55-1500-204-25/1

for welding safety.

REPAIR

1. Welding. Welding to repair cracks is to be done in accordance with FM 55-63.

Fundamentals of Airframe Maintenance.

2. Use the appropriate hand file contained in the tool kit to remove burrs and

sharp edges from rail.

Replace bent or distorted parts, as outlined in paragraph 3-18.

END OF TASK

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