Fractures Less Than 1 X 3-in. (3.8 X 7.6 cm) Aluminum Bonded Material

TM 10-4110-262-13&P

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Fractures Less Than 1 X 3-in. (3.8 X 7.6 cm) Aluminum Bonded Material

The following procedure should be used to repair skin fractures with an area of less than 1 x 3 in. (3.8 x

7.6 cm):

1. Brush the damaged area with a stiff wire brush to rid it of foreign material, grease, and dirt.

NOTE

If the punctured or gouged area in the panel is surrounded by extended

cracks, drill the ends of all cracks using 1/8-in. drill (see figure) to stop

the crack from growing.

2. Drill a hole at the ends of all tears or cracks ("stop-drill") in the face skin with a 1/8-in. drill bit.

WARNING

Isopropyl alcohol is toxic and flammable. Do not consume

internally and avoid inhaling vapors. Good, general

ventilation is normally adequate. Avoid all sources of

ignition. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or

death to personnel.

NOTE

Fill damaged areas no larger than 1-1/2 x 3 in wide and no closer than

two feet apart. Larger area damage should be referred to an intermediate

maintenance area for repair.

Stop Drill

Points

Typical Minor Damage to Single Surface

Repair of Minor Damage to Single Surface

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