SECTION III. GENERAL INSPECTION OF VEHICLE FRAMES

TB 9-2300-247-40

All frames used in 3/4-ton, 1-1/4-ton to 2-1/2-ton series

NOTE

vehicles are fabricated of medium or low carbon steel.

For illustrations of specific vehicle

The various steel framing members are frequently joined

frames, refer to the maintenance

together by welding during initial vehicle production.

manual for the vehicle frame

Future repairs to these frames by welding is permitted if

proposed for repair.

the procedures specified in this manual are strictly and

carefully followed.

3/4 to 1-1/4 Ton Series Vehicle Frames.

SECTION III. GENERAL INSPECTION OF VEHICLE FRAMES

as bare or shiny spots, or other indications

Riveted Frame Connections. Perform the

of movement between rivet and framing

following inspection of rivet-assembled vehicle framing

member. If movement is indicated, rivet

members:

and connection are loose. Repair all loose

connections.

Using a .001 inch thick feeler gage, check

for space between rivet head and the

Bolted Frame Connections.

Perform the

riveted frame members Penetration of the

feeler gage between the rivet head and the

following inspection of frame bolted connections:

riveted member is reason to suspect that

the riveted connection and/or rivet should

Check bolts and nuts for tightness and

be replaced.

proper mating with frame surfaces.

Thoroughly clean rivet and riveted

Check the torque of all bolts not scheduled

connection of all dirt, grease and oil. Using

to be removed in accordance with appendix

an oil can, apply lubricating oil around the

E of the appropriate vehicle TM.

suspect rivet and riveted connection. Allow

approximately 10 to 20 seconds for the oil

Welded Frame Connections.

Perform the

to penetrate. Wipe rivet and riveted

following inspection of frame welded connections:

connection free of oil. Tap rivet with an

Where welds are found on the vehicle,

eight pound hammer. Any indication of oil

check welds for integrity, deterioration

around the rivet indicates a loose rivet.

and flaking.

Replace all loose rivets. Check all riveted

connections for signs of movement, such

SECTION IV. CRITERIA FOR FRAME REPAIR

extent of repair required, including all operations

10.

Frame Deficiencies. Frame deficiencies will

incidental to the repair, and those costs, combined with

only be considered for repair under the following

all other costs required to provide a completely

conditions: Costs. Total estimated cost of any proposed

serviceable frame. If there is any doubt that the frame is

frame repair, including the frame deficiency and all other

non-repairable, the final decision will be made by the

miscellaneous repairs fall within the maximum repair

local Logistics Assistance Representative (LAR).

expenditure limits specified in TB 43-0001. Frame

damage will be carefully evaluated to determine the