TM 5-4310-386-14
5-29. Fuel Tank.
This task covers:
Repair
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Materials/Parts
General Mechanic's Tool Kit
Tape, Teflon (Item 26, Appendix E)
(NSN 5180-00-177-7033)
Torch Outfit, Cutting and Welding
Equipment Condition
(NSN 3433-00-026-4718)
Fuel tank removed (para. 4-26).
Repair. (figure 5-43)
(1)
Remove filler cap (1) and fittings (2) and (3) from fuel tank (4).
(2)
Inspect fittings (2) and (3) and replace if threads are stripped or fittings are otherwise damaged.
(3)
Repair cracks in fuel tanks (4) by welding. Refer to TM 9-237 for welding instructions.
(4)
Inspect grounding strap (5) and cover (6) and replace if damaged.
CAUTION
Leave 1 1/2 threads exposed on fitting when applying teflon tape. This will ensure that no teflon
tape will hang down inside the fuel system. Teflon tape should be wrapped in such a manner
that when the fitting is tightened the tape will not loosen. Failure to wrap teflon tape correctly
may result in contamination or blockage of the fuel system .
(5)
Apply teflon tape to pipe threads on fittings (2) and (3).
(6)
Install fittings (2) and (3).
(7)
Install filler cap (1).
FOLLOW-ON MAINTENANCE
Install fuel tank (para. 4-22).
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