Stopping M6 pedestal cracks.

Units mounting the M6 pedestal over the back wheel wells of HMMWVs in order to increase their range of fire, hear this: That can damage the pedestal and the HMMWV's bed. But there is a fix. If you can locally purchase steel stock, nuts, bolts, and washers and are able to do welding, contact TACOM-Rock Island for field fix instructions and a parts list. The POC is Bill Jensen, DSN 793-3677/[phone], or email [e-mail]

Or you can order an adapter kit with NSN 1005-01-514-4332 for $130. All you need to do is bolt and tack weld the pieces together. If you want the kit, contact TACOM-RI's Sandy Miller at DSN 793-0566/[phone] or email [e-mail]