TM 9-2330-359-14&P
5-5. KINGPIN REPLACEMENT (M872 SOUTHWEST MODEL) (Con’t).
b. INSTALLATION
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NOTE
Refer to TM 9-237 for welding instructions.
Install and weld kingpin.
Install 81/2 x 101/2 in. (21.6 x 26.7 cm) rectangle plate over kingpin base and weld.
Remove any remaining parts of screws from crossmembers if heads were cut off during removal.
Slide section of crossmember (5) over section of conduit (6) and weld crossmember and conduit.
Thread wires and air lines forward through conduit (6).
Connect service and emergency air lines and wires in nose box (para 4-19 and 4-38).
Install nose box cover on nose box with eight screws.
Install six front floor boards (3) with screws (2).
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