6K FORK SIDESHIFT CYLINDERS REPAIR - continued

TM 10-3930-673-34

(k)

Remove setscrew (14) from outer

piston (7).

(l)

Remove seal (15) from outer

piston (7).

WARNING

Unsafe torching practices can cause

serious injury from fire, explosions,

or harmful agents. Protective

clothing and goggles must be worn;

adequate protective equipment used

and a suitable fire extinguisher kept

nearby.

(m) Heat outer piston (7) with acetylene

torch to approximately 300 - 400F

(148 - 204C). Use a spanner wrench

to remove outer piston from cylinder

tube (3).

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(n)

Remove outer gland (5) from

cylinder tube (3).

(o)

Remove preformed packing (16) and backup ring (17) from outer gland (5). Discard preformed

packing.

NOTE

Note direction that seal is facing before removal.

(p)

Remove wear ring (18) and seal (19) from inner diameter of outer gland (5).

b. Cleaning. See Cleaning Instructions (Para 2-12).

c. Inspection. See Inspection Instructions (Para 2-14).