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A3 TM doesn't state Does the A3 have the

opie65

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same Wheel Stud as the A2?

I show the TQ as 390 - 420 Lb-ft, for the Wheel-to-Hub Nuts, and 425 - 475 Lb-Ft for the Wheel Halves to each other.

Anyone Disagree?


Talking M35A3 here. Not A2.
 
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This is all I could fine for the M35A3, hopes it helps.

TM 9-2320-386-24-1-1 0010 00
0010 00-12​
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Unit Mechanical Troubleshooting (Contd)​
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MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
34. DIFFERENTIAL VIBRATES​
Step 1. Check conditions of tires and rims. Repair or replace defective components (WP 0174 00).
Step 2. Complete troubleshooting malfunction 32, steps 1 and 2.
Step 3. If internal problems in differential exist, notify direct support maintenance.
END OF TESTING!​
35. DIFFERENTIAL LEAKS OIL AT BRAKEDRUM​
Check condition of axle seals. Inspect drum for presence of gear oil.
If gear oil is present in or around drums, replace axle seals (WP 0152 00).
END OF TESTING!​
36. DIFFERENTIAL LEAKS OIL AT COMPANION FLANGE​
Step 1. Check through-shaft for free play.
Place end of prybar between differential housing and companion flange. Apply pressure to
prybar.
Step 2. If companion flange moves, notify direct support maintenance.
END OF TESTING!​
WHEELS AND TIRES​
NOTE​
A broken radial belt will cause symptoms as outlined in malfunctions 37,
38, 40, and 42.​
37. UNEVEN TIRE WEAR​
Step 1. Check for loose or missing wheel stud nuts and wheel studs.
a. Tighten wheel stud nut on hollow stud 275-300 lb-ft (373-407 N
m) and wheel stud nuts
390-420 lb-ft (529-569 N
m).
b. Replace missing wheel stud nuts and/or wheel studs (WP 0173 00 or WP 0172 00).
Step 2. Check for improper toe-in adjustment if wear is on front tires.
Adjust toe-in (WP 0179 00).
Step 3. Check wheel bearings for proper adjustment and damage. Raises wheel off ground.
Use prybar to lift up on bottom of tire. Excessive play indicates improperly adjusted or
damaged bearings.
a. Adjust wheel bearings (TM 9-2320-361-20).
b. Replace damaged bearings (TM 9-2320-361-20).
c. Check tires are inflated properly (TM 9-2320-386-10).
END OF TESTING!

38. WHEEL SHIMMY OR WOBBLE​
Step 1. Inspect wheels for bends and damage.​
Replace bent or damaged wheels (WP 0174 00).
 

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Also in the PS Mag, AUG, 2000, issue 573, page 8:
M35A3 Wheel Torque Talk, Any time you install a wheel on a M35A3 truck, the stud nut torque must be rechecked after 50 miles. Here's the torque to hold the wheels: hollow stud (CTIS): 275-300 lb-ft, solid studs: 390-420 lb-ft.
 
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