TM 10-8400-203-23
(8)
(9)
Strap guide. Replace a damaged strap guide with a 6-inch (15.24 cm) length of webbing as follows:
(a) Cut stitching, and remove damaged strap guide.
(b) Turn under ends of replacement webbing 1 inch (2.54 cm), position webbing on container as in
original construction, and sew according to details in B, Figure 12-10.
Adapter chape. Replace a damaged adapter chape with a 8-inch (20.32 cm) length of webbing as
follows:
(a)
(b)
(c)
Cut stitching that secures chape to container and remove adapter.
Position adapter on replacement webbing as shown in C, Figure 12-10.
Position webbing on container as in original construction, and sew according to details in C,
Figure 12-10.
f. Replacing Hardware.
(1)
(2)
Adapters. Replace a damaged adapter with a serviceable like item from stock. Do not attempt to
straighten a bent adapter or otherwise repair a cracked or broken adapter. Remove damaged adapter
by removing adapter chape. Install serviceable adapter, and fabricate new adapter chape as
prescribed in e above,
Rivets. Replace a loose or damaged rivet with a serviceable rivet and washer from stock. Remove
damaged rivet by cutting or filing end of rivet so that it may be withdrawn through fabric. Exercise care
in removing rivet so as not to damage fabric. Install new rivet following procedures in FM 10-16.
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