TM 9-2320-387-24-2
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SOFT TOP REPAIR
This task covers:
a. Inspection and Cleaning
b. Soft Top Material Repair
c. Soft Top Window Repair
d. Soft Top Window Zipper Repair (Temporary)
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Ml113
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Materials/Parts
‘Iwo plastic sheets
(Appendix D, Figure D-100)
Materials/Parts
(Cont’d)
Adhesive (Appendix C, Item 4)
Hook and pile material tape (Appendix C, Item 79)
Manual Reference
TM 9-2320-387-24P
Maintenance Level
Unit
a. Inspection and Cleaning
1.
Inspect soft top doors and top for pin holes and leaks around the seam areas.
2.
Clean area to be sealed on the outer side of canvas with soapy water solution and stiff brush. Allow
to dry.
b. Soft Top Material Repair
1. Apply adhesive to cleaned area where leak occurred. Ensure adhesive is pressed into stitching of
seams.
2.
Allow 20 minutes for adhesive to cure.
c. Soft Top Window Repair
NOTE
The use of pressure-sensitive, adhesive-coated plastic sheets for temporary
repair of small window cracks and holes should only be utilized if it does
not hinder operator’s vision. If damaged area is large enough so that plastic
sheets will hinder operator’s vision, door assembly should be replaced.
1.
Ensure damaged area of window (1) is clean and dry.
2.
Peel backing off plastic sheet (2) and apply to damaged area of window (1).
3.
Peel backing off plastic sheet (3) and apply to other side of damaged area of window (1).
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