TB 43-0213
CHAPTER 9
2 1/2-TON TRUCKS: DUMP BODY AND TAlLGATE
Section I. PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES
b. Before beginning any rustproofing procedures,
9-1.
Component Removal.
remove the handles from the tailgate (see TM 9-2320-
209-20).
the 2 1/2Ton Dump Truck.
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Figure 9-1. 2 1/2-Ton Dump Truck (M342A2),
Section Il. DRILLING AND CLEANING PROCEDURES
b. Drilling Cab Protector Braces (see Figure 9-2).
9-2.
Drilling Procedures.
(1) Raise the dump body enough to gain access
NOTE
to the underside of the cab protector.
Unless otherwise indicated, all holes should
be sight drilled and should be 1/2 inch
(2) Drill two holes A in cab protector braces
(1.3 cm) in diameter,
from the underside. Holes are located by measuring
20 1/2 inches (52. 1 cm) from the sides and 17 inches
a. General. Refer to paragraph 3-15 for general
drilling instructions.
(43.2 cm) from the front.
9-1
