TM 10-1670-298-20&P
Figure 2-18. Main Strap Keeper Sewing Details
3.
SLING STRAP AND LOOPS. The main strap, two side straps, three reinforcing straps, four side strap loops, and two
V-ring loops with V-rings are permanently stitched to the scuff pad (Figure 2-15) All straps and loops are made of Type
VII, olive drab nylon webbing.
a. Restitching. Restitch according to original construction, paragraph 2.8, and Table 2-3.
NOTE
Do not remove more than the fray of the strap end when trimming frayed webbing ends
b. Trim and Sear. Trim frayed webbing ends and sear.
c. Cleaning. Clean V-rings in accordance with paragraph 2.7.
d. Replacing Sling Straps and Loops. Cut the stitching that secures a defective strap or loop to the sling and
remove the defective part Fabricate a replacement part by cutting and waxing the required length of Type
VII nylon webbing as shown below-
Main Strap
188-inches (477.520 cm)
Side Strap
144-inches (365.760 cm)
Side Reinforcing Strap
29 1/2-inches (74.930 cm)
Center Reinforcing Strap
21 3/4-inches (55.245 cm)
Side Strap Loop
23 1/2-inches (59.690 cm)
V-Ring Loop
10 1/4-inches (26.035 cm)
Stitch the applicable strap or loop in position as shown in Figure 2-19, as outlined In paragraph 2 8, using
the specifics in Table 2-3.
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