CCKW Manual recommendations (revised)

[pfarber]

I really prefer the TM10's for CCKW maintenace and repair. The splitting of the TM10's into specific TM9s really muddied the water.. the TM9-801 is basically useless for repairs. Most 1st and 2nd echelon work allowed by the TM9-801 was limited to replace, lubricate, and minor adjustments. The 4 digit TM9's (1801, 1802, 1828A, 1827B, 1825A etc etc) were meant for 3rd, 4th and 5th level.

But now that I have read the TM9-1802A a few times it has forced me to reconsider.

The information in most of the TMs is the same. Most of the photos are straight out of the TM10s (other than DUKW specific parts).

I still like the TM10's.. the larger book format, the quick numbered index all make for easy use.

But if I had to pick, I would tier the TMs like this:

TM10 (parts and maintenance 2 books total)
TM9-801, 1801, 1802A, SNL-G-508 (Operation, Driveline, Engine/Electrical, parts)

Then add on the more specific TMs as you need them (who really needs a TM9-1828A?)

All of the TM9s are available (some) free or reprints ($$). Reprints will run close to $300. Finding TM10s is harder, but generally cheaper. But you can still spend $200-300 easy on TM10's.

Is there a must have TM that I have missed?