TM 10-1670-298-20&P
Figure 2-26. Quick-fit Adapter Installation Details
(e) Sew a 4-inch (10.160 cm), 4-point, WW stitch formation on the back end and over stitch the
end one stitch. Stitching shall be performed as indicated in paragraph 2.8 using the specifics in Table 2-3.
(f) Position the opposite end of the replacement webbing in the original lateral strap end location
with 6-inches (15.240 cm) extending in beyond the support strap outside edge and sew a 6-inch, (15.240 cm) 3-point,
WW stitch formation in accordance with paragraph 2.8 using the specifics in Table 2-3
4. TIE-DOWN STRAP. The two tie-down straps consists of a 236-inch long (599.440 cm) strap and a 218-inch (554 220
cm ) short strap. The straps are sewn throughout the length of the sling. A quick-fit adapter, attached to one end of
each strap, is located 5 1/4-inches (13.335 cm) beyond the second lateral strap from the scuff pad. Refer to Figure 2-
15. The tie-down straps are made from Type VII nylon webbing.
a. Restitching. Restitch a tie-down strap according to original construction and specifics in Table 2-3.
b. Splicing a Damaged Tie-down Strap. Refer to paragraph 2.21.3b for instructions applicable to splicing a
damaged tie-down strap located within the support strap framework.
c. Splicing a Damaged Tie-down Strap End Without Adapter. Refer to paragraph 2.21.3b(1) for instructions
applicable to splicing a damaged tie-down strap end without adapter
d. Splicing a Damaged Tie-down Strap End With Adapter.
(1) Cut and remove the damaged portion of webbing at the nearest lateral strap where the tie-
down strap and lateral strap are joined Insure that the cut Is made flush on the outside edge of the
lateral strap.
(2) Cut and remove the quick-fit adapter from the damaged material. Retain adapter for reuse.
(3) Cut a length of Type VII nylon webbing 16-inches (40.640 cm) long and sear ends.
(4) Thread one end of the replacement webbing through the quick-fit adapter and fold back as
shown in Figure 2-26.
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