M49 and M48 spotting scope TM and FM numbers?

[M1Garandy]

Hey gang, does anyone know the appropriate FM or TM numbers for the M48 and M49 spotting scopes?

Thanks.

[Johnny in Texas]

TM 9-1556 has both scopes in it. If you need any info. about the scope I have both scopes and am very familiar with parts and problems as well as where to find some parts.

[M1Garandy]

Johnny, I just sent you a PM.

[Johnny in Texas]

I sent my email in the PM , send some pics when you have time.

Thanks,

[1SG Tetreault]

Johnny, I have four old surplused out M-49's without tripods. The prisms (both) on all four are chipped. Also missing are the forward lens covers.
1st question is where can I find the TM 9-1556 and would it have an IPB?
2nd question is any ideas on tripods?
3rd is are the new or serviceable prisms out there?
4th is kind of moot, two of the scope have been dropped and I doubt the screw on lens cover would thread but two are round. Got any lens covers?
Thanks, Brian

[Johnny in Texas]

1. There are better TM's out there I will check the TM# and get back to you. link:http://www.ebay.com/itm/M49-M-49-Army-Sniper-Scope-Repair-Parts-Manuals-CD-PDF-/250947484668?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a6da2bbfc#ht_2334wt_956
2. I have some tripods and they show up on ebay from time to time. link http://www.ebay.com/itm/M15-TRIPOD-M49-TELESCOPE-/230718803710?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35b7e98efe#ht_500wt_1204
3. I may know where you can get prisms from an online surplus optics co. link http://www.surplusshed.com/pages/item/l3023.html
4. Front covers are hard to find PM me and I will send you my email address and any resources I have. link: http://www.seilerinst.com/mltry/m49obtl.asp