TM 9-2350-261-34
R E S E AL
CAUTION
D o n o t a p p ly
sealing compound in
temperatures
under
45°F
(7°C).
Compound will not set at low temper-
5.
6,
ature.
Apply a layer of sealing compound
1/8-1/4 inch (3-6 mm) thick. Extend seal
about 1 inch (3cm) on both sides of weld
joint centerlines.
While sealing compound is still tacky, lay a
new rubber seal 60–1/2 inches (154 cm) long
over centerline of inside and outside of
sponson–to-fuel compartment weld joint. Run
seal full length of weld joint around inside
and outside bottom of fuel compartment.
7.
8-.
9.
10.
Lay a new rubber seal 66–1/2 inches
169 cm) long over centerline of inside and
outside of hull roof–to-fuel compartment
weld joint. Run seal full length of weld joint
around top of fuel compartment.
Lay a new rubber seal 31/-3/4 inches
82 cm long over centerline of weld joint at
rear of fuel compartment inside fuel tank.
Trim seal, as needed, to butt against seals
at top and bottom of fuel compartment.
Lay a new rubber seal 31–3/4 inches
(82 cm) long over centerline of inside and
outside of left hull plate-to--fuel compartment
weld joint.
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