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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1929
Page
9
Do it yourself tips cover fixing broken springs by tightening clips and easing stress, using blocks and oil or graphite to lubricate leaves, and blowing between leaves. Also describes polarity checking by inserting a pin and testing with a tester. Provides petrol tank priming and emergency pumping methods for difficult starts and tank sealing.
The text describes methods to stop wheel squeaks by wedging tapered pieces between spokes and keeping wedges in place. It warns that wedges are not fully reliable. It also covers valve leakage symptoms, seating issues, and misadjusted guides that raise fuel consumption and foul starting. It mentions a home made signal device using a magnet and telegraph-style mechanism.
A British and American report urges regular brake inspections to meet safety standards. It notes many cars fail tests due to worn brake gear and calls for compulsory periodic braking checks, with authorities and councils considering regulation to reduce fatal outcomes.
An article highlights the vital role of motor transport in bakery operations. It praises Dodge Brothers trucks for dependability after extensive testing and notes Gartrell White Limited’s large fleet order to equip deliveries across varied roads and conditions in the Commonwealth.
French car makers push independent suspension across many models to improve ride. The Flexatic adaptation promises inexpensive integration with existing chassis designs and preserves current springs while enabling varied arrangements and reduced road shocks.
Reading the street shows motorists often signaling carelessly rather than to warn others. Advocates say drivers should signal decisively and promptly to protect self and others, while police enforce obvious breaches of regulations.
A fragment describes detecting tampered rear axle oil by mixing with sawdust and oil, testing with petrol and white paper to reveal residue. It warns of a temporary sound from a modified transmission and instructs sample testing to confirm fraud.
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