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MEP-1050/1051 Generators: Finding Elusive Oil Filter
February 1, 2023
— A Soldier is looking for an NSN for the MEP-1050 generator oil filter. Get the scoop here… ...
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MEP-831A Generator: Finding an XB-coded Part
February 1, 2023
— The 3-kW MEP 813A generator has a metal plate that’s coded XB. What does it mean when a part is coded XB? Keep reading to learn Half-Mast’s answer…...
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SINCGARS: M917 Dump Truck Not on List
January 24, 2023
— A reader asks if a SINCGARS installation kit is available for the M917 dump truck. The simple answer is, No. But there’s more, so keep reading.…...
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FMTV: Don't Drill Drain Holes in Headlight Rings
December 12, 2022
— This article initially appeared in PS 793, p. 12 (Dec 18). It’s still acceptable to drill a hole in HMMWV headlight retaining rings; just don’t do it for FMTVs. Here’s the info…...
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COMSEC: Securing the KGV-72
October 17, 2022
— Half-Mast tells a reader what to do if the KGV-72 lock is missing or the locking block is broken. Read on to learn the solutions…...
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SINCGARS ASIP RT-1523E/F: Charging Question and Answer
September 20, 2022
— A SINCGARS VAA can’t charge the SINCGARS ASIP RT-1523E/F main battery. To learn more, read on…...
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Ground Vehicles: Lead-Acid Battery Storage
September 1, 2022
— Flooded cell and absorbed glass material (AGM) batteries can be stored and charged in the same container as long as you follow the guidelines in TM 9-6140-200-13 (May 11). We’ve got the details here…...
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M1120A2 HEMTT: NSN for Hook Arm Cylinder Assembly
August 25, 2022
— The hook arm cylinder assembly for M1120A2s was replaced by the M1120A4’s. To get the newer assembly, use NSN 3040-01-642-5340...
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Radio Test Sets: Lithium Batteries Not Always Best
August 19, 2022
— This article initially appeared in PS 799, p. 51 (Jun 19). Check out Half-Mast’s words of wisdom about using lithium batteries in the AN/PRM-36 radio test set. Read more here…...
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M1101, M1102 Trailer: NSN for Shock Absorber
July 29, 2022
— Dear Half-Mast, I’m trying to replace a shock absorber on an M1101 trailer. However, FED LOG shows the shock absorber, NSN 2510-01-190-3862, as AAC V. That means it’s a terminal item. Can my unit still order them or is there a new NSN? Short answer is yes to both... ...
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