TM 5-3895-385-23-2
FIELD MAINTENANCE
BITUMINOUS MATERIAL PAVING MACHINE (BMPM)
TRACK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Personnel Required
General Mechanics Tool Kit (GMTK) (WP 0440, Vol
91L
3, Item 64)
Assistant (2)
1 1/2" Socket, 1/2 inch drive (WP 0440, Vol 3, Item
References
53)
TM 5-3895-385-10
Crowbar (WP 0440, Vol 3, Item 13)
Equipment Conditions
Drain pan (WP 0440, Vol 3, Item 15)
Tow point hydraulic cylinder removed (WP 0231)
Floor jack (WP 0440, Vol 3, Item 1)
BMPM lifted off the ground and properly supported
Suitable lifting device (1000 lb (454 kg) minimum)
Estimated Time to Complete Task
Web sling (WP 0440, Vol 3, Item 66)
2.8 hr
Materials/Parts
Cotter pin (WP 0439, Vol 3, Item 79)
Lock washer (6) (WP 0439, Vol 3, Item 109)
Lock washer (5) (WP 0439, Vol 3, Item 117)
TRACK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
NOTE
Some hydraulic oil will leak out of hoses and hydraulic fittings when disconnecting or
connecting components. Have a drain pan and rags in place to capture hydraulic oil.
Track removal and installation steps are the same for both sides of the Bituminous Material
Paving Machine (BMPM). Left side shown.
