JETS TLDS: NSN and PN Changes
By | July 15, 2021
Soldiers, make note of a few changes to joint effects targeting system (JETS) target location designation system (TLDS) NSNs and PNs...
M153 CROWS II: Cover NSNs
By | Oct. 2, 2020
Protect your common remotely operated weapons station (CROWS) II from the elements by keeping it covered with the tan cover, NSN 5340-25-162-1081, or the green cover, NSN 5340-25-162-0697...
M66 Ring Mount: Proper Service and Storage Is a Must!
By | May 19, 2020
Some units that no longer need M66 ring mounts, NSN 1005-00-701-2810, have been told to transfer their ring mounts to units that need them. But all units aren’t following the proper steps for servicing and storing them. ...
M144 Mounts: New Pin and Bracket NSNs
By | March 26, 2020
When the M144 mount story on Page 26 of PS 775 (Jun 17) was published, there were no NSNs for the M144 pin and bracket. But now NSNs are available. ...
CROWS: Quick-Release Pin NSN?
By | Feb. 6, 2020
Dear Half-Mast, I’ve tried ordering the M153 CROWS II quick-release pin (Item 1 in Fig 15 of TM 9-1090-219-23&P), but the NSN is terminal. Can you help? ...
CROWS Draining HMMWV Batteries?
By | Feb. 6, 2020
Dear Half-Mast, we have had several reports of CROWS draining the M1165 HMMWV batteries even with CROWS completely shut down. Is there a fix for this? CW3 P.L...
M153 CROWS II: Lock It Down Before Moving Out
By | Dec. 13, 2019
Crewmen, it’s critical that you keep your common remotely operated weapons station (CROWS) II locked whenever your vehicle is on the move. If you don’t, the main frame assembly (MFA) on the CROWS can end up with serious...
M153 CROWS II: How Tall Is CROWS When Towed?
By | Nov. 26, 2019
Dear Editor, drivers may be aware of how much height is added to their vehicle with the M153 CROWS II installed. But they should also give thought to its height when towed. Here are a few facts to keep in mind:...
CROWS: Does Mandrel Come with Boresight Kit?
By | Oct. 30, 2019
Dear Half-Mast, we ordered the M153 CROWS boresight kit with NSN 1005-01-571-7212. According to TM 9-1090-221-10, it looks like the kit should have included a boresight mandrel adapter, NSN 4920-01-548-7633. But there’s no...
Don’t Let AN/PVS-14 Missing Parts Stay Missing
By | Oct. 28, 2019
Units have had a real problem with Soldiers not reporting missing power and gain control knobs from AN/PVS-14 night vision devices. Power or gain knobs disappear? Get them replaced ASAPThey keep using the AN/PVS-14 without...
M153 CROWS II: Give CROWS Clearance
By | Sept. 30, 2019
Dear Editor, units with the M153 CROWS II installed on their vehicles need to emphasize to drivers the system makes a big difference in vehicle clearance. Learn more about possible clearance issues here...
Small Arms: The Right Sight Match for Your Weapon
By | Sept. 27, 2019
This is a corrected copy to the previous version and corrects information in PS 803 (Oct 19), pp. 28-33. Corrections are highlighted in yellow. The Army gives Soldiers all sorts of choices for sights, lasers and infrared...