TM 9-2330-359-14&P
5-8. KINGPIN REPLACEMENT (M872A2) (Con’t).
b.
REMOVAL (MODIFIED KINGPIN)
1.
2.
3.
4.
Center punch kingpin plate and kingpin adapter
plate to aid in installation.
Position suitable lifting device under kingpin
adapter plate.
Air-arc welds around kingpin adapter plate, work
plate loose, and lower.
Remove kingpin.
c.
INSTALLATION (UNMODIFIED KINGPIN)
NOTE
Refer to TM 9-237 for welding instructions.
1.
Weld new kingpin in place.
2.
Position service and emergency air lines and wires to middle of semitrailer.
3.
Weld center plate and two side plate sections in place.
d .
INSTALLATION (MODIFIED KINGPIN)
NOTE
Refer to TM 9-237 for welding Instructions.
1.
Install kingpin in kingpin adapter plate and weld.
2.
Position kingpin adapter plate on semitrailer with suitable lifting device and weld.
5-9. SPARE TIRE CARRIER REPLACEMENT
Refer to TM 9-237 for replacement instructions. Spare tire carrier is welded to frame.
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