TM 10-5410-230-135-7. BOOT WALL ASSEMBLIES.This task covers: RepairNOTEThis procedure applies to all Boot Wall fabric components.INITIAL SETUPTools:Tentage Repair Kit (Appendix B, Section III, Item 1)Industrial Sewing Machine (Appendix B, Section III, Item 4)Materials/Parts:Tentage Repair Kit (Appendix B, Section III, Item 1)EquipmentCondition:Boot Wall removed (refer to paragraph 2-7, 2-8, or 2-9). The fabric assemblies should be clean and dry.REPAIRa. Fabric. Refer to paragraphs 4-3 and 4-4 for fabric repair instructions. Any fabric component may be patched orsewn provided the repaired assembly provides a suitable degree of climatic protection and light discipline.b. Fastener Tapes.NOTEIt is not necessary to replace an entire piece of fastener tape when only a small portion isdamaged. The damaged area can be cut out and replaced, leaving a portion of theoriginal piece in place.(1) Carefully remove stitching (1), cut and remove damaged length of fastener tape (2). Ensure edges are cutstraight and no jagged edges remain.(2) Measure width and length of damaged fastener tape (hook or pile) (2) to be replaced.(3) Obtain a replacement part, or fabricate one from bulk or serviceable salvage stocks.(4) Position fastener tape (2) and sew approximately 1/8 inch in from each edge. Ensure stitching (1) runs overfrom existing portion of fastener tape to the newly inserted portion (2).5-3
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