Connie's Post Scripts.

AGPU Test Stands

Hydraulic test stand, NSN 6685-00-133-7711, for the AGPU listed in TM 55-4920-341-14 cannot be supported. Turn it in to AMCOM ASAP. Use either NSN 4920-00-882-6401, 4920-00-144-4481, or 4920-01-119-8795 to get a replacement hydraulic test stand for the AGPU.

QDR, WCA Email Address Changes

The email address for QDRs (quality deficiency reports) or WCAs (warranty claim actions) sent to TACOM-Rock Island has changed to [e-mail] The best way to submit QDRs and WCSs, though, is through the AEPS website https://aeps.ria.army.mil Just click on Electronic Deficient Reporting System, then New Report. Fill in at least the mandatory fields IDed with a blue star, then click on Submit Report.

MOSSBERG SHOTGUN WARNINGS

If you use the M500/590 Mossberg shotgun, heed these two warnings:

* Never use Wiley-X XL-1 ballistic goggles for door breaching operations. What you should use are ESS Land Operations Goggles, which come in foliage green, NSN 4240-01-540-5576, and desert tan, NSN 4240-01-540-5580. The ESS goggles provide far greater protection than the Wiley-X goggles do.

* When using #9, 2 3/4-in, "00" buckshot to blow a door lock or hinge, keep your eye on the target to make sure the barrel stays pressed to the target. If the barrel isn't directly on the target, the pellets could miss the target and ricochet. If you have something like a pry bar, it's much safer to use it instead of your shotgun.

CBRN Hotline Becomes CBRN-IRC

The CBRN Hotline has changed to the CBRN-IRC (Joint Acquisition CBRN-D Knowledge System Information Resource Center). But it is still the best place to go with questions about any CBRN defense equipment, such as protective masks, chemical alarms, and decon systems. Contact the CBRN-IRC at:

* DSN 793-7349/[phone]

* [phone] (toll free)

* 0130810280 (Germany toll free)

* 0078-14-800-0335 (Korea toll free)

* DSN 793-71621(309) 782-7162 (fax)

* [e-mail]

Go to the CBRN-IRC website: https://jacks.jpeocbd.osd.mil and click on CBRN-IRC for even more info.

M1082/M1095 FMTV Trailer Crank

In TM 9-2330-394-13&P, WP 0174 00-5 lists the wrong handle for Item 8, the landing gear crank. The information should be changed to show crank handle, NSN 5340-01-484-2957, PN LG0176, CAGE 74410, and quantity 1, as shown in Item 44 of WP 0151. Make a note until the TM is updated.

M1114 SMART Card Update

In PS 647 (Oct 06), we told you that the Ml114 combined safety smart card was available on AKO. But the link we provided doesn't take you straight to the card anymore. So do a search for the SMART cards on AKO, or use this link on the US Army Combat Readiness Center's website to get to it:

https://crc.army.mil/Guidance/cat.asp?iCat= 632&iChannel=15&nChannel=Guidance

M109A6 Fire Extinguisher Gasket

Use NSN 5330-01-397-5049 to get a gasket for the fixed-fire extinguisher system on the self-propelled howitzer. The NSN shown as Item 19 in Fig 236-1 in C/3 of TM 9-2350-314-24P-1 is wrong.

250M TOWING DEVICE RECOVERS ARMORED TRUCKS

Need a way to recover disabled armored trucks, but all you have are armored M931A1/ A2s or M932A1/A2s and a 250M fifth-wheel towing device? Well, the Army recently gave the green light for armored M939s using the 250M model fifth wheel towing device (FWTD) to tow other armored M939s. And armored M931A1/A2s and M932A1/A2s can use FWTDs to tow other disabled vehicles as well. The next update to TM 9-2510-247-13&P will include these changes. Questions? Contact TACOM's Pamela Vick, DSN 786-8152, or [e-mail]

IHMEE Solenoid Failure

Field reports say there's a high failure rate with the hydraulic system and transmission remote shift solenoids on the excavator. Don't toss out a bum solenoid. The vehicle's program management office (PMO) wants to take a closer look at what's causing the problem. Send the solenoid to the following mailing address:

US Army TACOM

6501 E Eleven Mile Rd

ATTN: SFAE-CSS-CM, MS 401 (Ms. Gerych)

Warren, MI 48397-5000

HELMET INSPECTION INTERVAL CHANGE

The inspection interval for the aircrew integrated helmet and display sighting system (IHADSS) is now 180 days, not 120 days. Make a note until TM 9-1270-233-23&P and IETM EM 0126 (TM 1-1520-Longbow/Apache) are updated.

DENIX Website Correction

On Page 37 of PS 650 (Jan 07), we gave you the web address for DENIX as:

https://www.denix.osd.mil/denix/public/news/dla/ods/tpreface.html

That address is incorrect because the address to the ozone depleting substances site is case-sensitive. Use instead: https://www.denix.osd.mil/denix/Public/News/DLA/ODS/tpreface.html

M985 HEMTT GVWR Change

The M985's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) with self-recovery winch on Page 1-17 of TM 9-2320-355-10 should read 68,000 pounds. If you have an M985-series HEMTT with a data plate showing a different GVWR, have the plate changed or replaced.