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TM 9-2320-356-BD
3-7. ENVIRONMENTAL GASKET LEAKING
General Information:
Inspect for water or foreign matter in compartments or areas that should be
sealed.
Rubber weather stripping from civilian vehicles or any rubber hose
securely glued and sealed will stop leaks.
Canvas or rubber inner tubes will also
seal the system.
These seals will prevent excessive water and air leaks.
Limitations:
o None
Personnel/Time Required:
o 1-2 soldiers
o 20-60 minutes
Materials/Tools:
o Rubber hose
o Rubber weather stripping
o Inner tubes
o Adhesive
o Canvas tarp
o Epoxy
o T a p e
Procedural Steps:
1.
Locate leak and remove component or cover.
2.
Remove defective gasket and clean the sealing surfaces.
3.
Obtain material to fabricate sealing gasket.
4.
Cut gasket to fit.
5.
Follow instructions on container and apply available adhesive.
6.
Place gasket in proper location.
7.
Install component or cover.
8.
Record the BDAR action taken.
When the mission is completed, as soon as
practicable, repair using standard maintenance procedures.
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