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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1929
Page
4
Advice on tappet adjustment hot versus cold engines and best practice. Guidance covers shock absorbers, radiator painting, door maintenance, graphite seals for leaks, removing stuck studs, leather care, oil system cleaning, and building a DIY oil department in the garage to improve upkeep and longevity.
The article stresses checking tyre pressures and maintenance to maximize wear life. It explains how under inflation causes uneven tread wear, especially on front wheels with canting, and recommends rotating tyres every 2,000 miles. It cites tests by Dunlop Rubber Co showing higher wear at 50 mph and varying mileage with road conditions.
A new timing system in France uses a beam of light and four selenium cells across the track to record interruptions on a moving tape. The device avoids wire wear and tear and potential danger, delivering precise marks each time the beam is blocked by a passing car. English and French timing experts tested the method with favorable results.
A health drink named Kay's Ginger Ale is marketed for broad appeal. Lanny Saniet and Alfen & Sons Ltd act as agents in distribution and promotion.
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