MIL-T-62097 Truck, Motor Home Shell, For Customization Into Mobile Laboratory, Electronics Van, Work Area, Etc., 14,000 Pounds Gvw, 4X2, Modified CommercialThis specification covers diesel and gasoline engine driven four-wheel, two-rear wheel drive, forward control motor home shells, having a minimum gross vehicle weight GVW of 14,000 pounds, for normal operating conditions. The vehicle has an integral drivers compartment and body for later installation of such special equipment as may be desired. Vehicles procured under this specification are commercial items which are warranted by the manufacturer as specified in procurement documents.

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3.4.22 Rearview mirrors. Outside rearview mirrors shall be mounted on each side of the vehicle. The mirrors shall have flat and convex areas. The flat portion shall have not less than

50 square inches of reflective area. The convex portion shall have not less than 24 inches of reflective area with a radius of curvature of not less than 20 inches. The convex portion shall be

attached to the lower mirror supporting arm and shall not interfere with use of the flat mirror.

The mirrors shall have not less than two supporting arms. When specified (see 6.2), the curbside

flat mirror shall be of the motorized type, with remote control. The mirror motor shall provide not less than 60 degrees horizontal rotational viewing range. When specified (see 6.2), the flat mirrors shall be electrically heated. Mirror remote and heating controls shall be within reach of the seated driver.

3.4.23 Additional accessories. When specified (see 6.2), additional accessories, such as a vehicle AM-FM or a two-way transmission radio in the driver's compartment or any other special accessories, shall be provided as required.

3.4.24 Horn. The manufacturer's standard electric horn shall be furnished.

3.4.25 Insect screen. When specified (see 6.2), an insect screen shall be provided on the front of the radiator. The screen shall be corrosion-resistant.

3.4.26 Leveling jacks. When specified (see 6.2), hydraulic leveling jacks at the four corners of the chassis frame shall be furnished. The leveling jacks shall be individually operated by controls in the driver's compartment. Each control shall be capable of raising or lowering a jack to level the chassis frame on inclined and level ground surfaces.

3.4.27 Engine hour meter. When specified (see 6.2), an engine hour meter having a totalizing mechanism of not less than 9,999 hours shall be furnished for the chassis engine to register accurately the number of hours of operating time. The meter shall be of rugged construction to insure continuous trouble free performance under severe operating conditions. The engine hour meter shall be mounted on the cab instrument panel or in the engine compartment in a readable location.

3.4.28 Servicing and adjusting. Prior to acceptance of the vehicle by the Government inspector, the contractor shall service and adjust each vehicle and its mounted equipment for operational use including at least the following: alinement of lights; adjustment of engine and brake systems; filling and charging of batteries; alinment of front wheels; inflation of all tires; complete lubrication of chassis, engine and running gear with grades of lubricants recommended for the ambient air temperature at the delivery point; servicing of the cooling system in accordance with 3.4.28.1; and servicing of windshield washer reservoir with water and appropriate additives.