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  2. Men and Matters in Motordom

    Universal joints are not adjustable for wear, and consequently worn parts must be replaced. ...

    Article : 42 words
  3. Movements in Motordom.

    The well-known light-weight jockey, Bert Behsman, hag purchased a Nash four. Essex cars were selected and used by ...

    Article : 1,955 words
  4. PIRATES!

    We have from time to time eceived many complaints from motorists concerning the treatment they have received at the hands of garage men. Of course, in this me of business there is the usual good and the bad, and those who run their concerns on proper lines ...

    Article : 402 words
  5. SQUEAKS FROM BUSTY SPRINGS

    Squeaks are often caused by rusty springs. By lifting the weight off them it is an easy matter to insert lubricant. This will not only eliminate the squeak ...

    Article : 39 words
  6. NEW LICENSES

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 332 words
  7. IGNITION

    When timing the ignition of an engine, it is necessary to know when the piston reaches the top of the stroke. ...

    Article : 24 words
  8. CARE OF SPARE TUBES

    Never store spare tubes in the tool compartment where they are likely to be injured or covered with oil. Pack them under the seat or in some ...

    Article : 43 words
  9. DRAINING THE CRANK

    Draining the crankcase is done to the best advantage immediately after a run, when the engine is warm and the oil is thin. ...

    Article : 26 words
  10. USING A NUT AS A DIE

    When the thread of a stud or bolt becomes damaged and a die to recut it is not available, it can be recut with the aid of a nut of the right size. ...

    Article : 126 words
  11. EMERGENCY PATCH

    Ordinary tyre tape may be used to patch inner tubes by running it twice around the tube and overlapping the ends so as to cover the leak. Adhesive ...

    Article : 38 words
  12. SIZE OF TYKES

    Tyres of different sizes will unbalance a car slightly and make steering difficult. The tyres in the rear should be the same sue, just as they should be ...

    Article : 58 words
  13. VALVE LIFTERS

    I have a Chevrolet which has gone 1500 miles. There is a light, tapping knock noticeable only when spark and throttle levers are both retarded. The ...

    Article : 109 words
  14. PROGRESSIVE LIGHTING

    In tightening opposed nuts, such as those holding the bearing caps in place, one nut should be drawn up a little and then the opposite one tightened ...

    Article : 62 words
  15. A SAFETY-FIRST TIP

    Because flowing petrol seems to cause static electricity to spark, a motorist when filling the tank of a car should make sure that the spout or nozzle is ...

    Article : 74 words
  16. NOISES

    A fond mother can tell by a baby's cry whether it is hungry, sleepy, sick, or just plain cross! And so can a careful motorist tell more about the ...

    Article : 215 words
  17. HOGS THE ROAD

    We would not burn the highway up with death-defying speed; A modest 30 miles an hour suffices all our need. ...

    Article : 203 words
  18. REPAIRING PETROL PIPES

    When petrol piping becomes loose through inefficient or broken clips, it will rub against some portion, of the car. This and vibration may cause a ...

    Article : 145 words
  19. WIRE WHEELS

    Wire wheels should be carefully inspected at frequent intervals. While the wheel is considered flexible enough to return to normal position after ...

    Article : 60 words
  20. KINDS OF LUBRICANT USED

    Cup grease in grease cups. Transmission oil in rear axle case. Cylinder oil in crankcase and oil cups. Transmission oil or light cup greese ...

    Article : 55 words
  21. CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

    I am having some trouble with my six-cylinder car, which is equipped with with a multiple dry-disc clutch. The clutch-shaft spins when the dutch is ...

    Article : 117 words
  22. AUTO CLUB OUTINGS

    The first of the Auto Glob outings for the season will be held on Saturday week, when a run will be made to Pingelly for the opening of the ...

    Article : 65 words
  23. LOOSE STEERING

    I have a 1923 car and would like to know if you could tell me how to stop the rattle that seems to come from the steering column when the oar is driven ...

    Article : 54 words
  24. MOTOR CYCLING

    The combined clubs' hill-climb at Lesmurdie was ran off on Sunday last in the presence of a large attendance. Fortunately the rain held off during the ...

    Article : 347 words
  25. AUTO CLUB

    The following are the new members of the Auto Club for last month:—Underwood, W.H., Wandering:; Walker, J., Kalgoorlie; McMurdo, D.M., ...

    Article : 314 words
  26. GLOWING TRIBUTE

    An interesting editorial from the July number of the 'Ideal Homer" one of England's premier publications:— "Another car worthy of mention in ...

    Article : 267 words
  27. DUNLOP BIRTHDAY

    An interesting gathering was held in London recently to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the grant of the first patent for the Dunlop pneumatic tyre. ...

    Article : 292 words
  28. INDIAN CLUB

    Sunday, September 30, to Mundaring. In the afternoon members caring to risk the road to the weir may do so. BIG DAY. ...

    Article : 311 words
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