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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1927
Page
2
A vintage guide offers methods for organizing a car trunk with leather straps for tool storage and a windscreen wiper made from thick wire. It also explains adjusting the radiator packing to control engine temperature, fuel mileage effects of richer carburetor mixtures, and oil removal using kerosene or a pump, plus a DIY oil extractor method.
Instructions describe a method to hold a wind screen at a desired angle using a slanted wooden shim with a bottom notch to fit the pane. It also outlines a Ford oil-pipe cleaning approach by removing the timing-gear cover and gear, then using a gear puller to access and blow out debris via compressed air.
Guidance on ensuring the throttle closes tightly before adjusting the carburetor. Move control to closed, test throttle with fingers, and adjust the lever for full closure. The cabinetron is too ready for adjustment.
A vintage cleaning tip describes removing wet tar from car enamel. Squeeze lemon juice into furniture cream and apply gently with a rag over the fingertip. Let it soak, wipe clean, then buff with chamois to restore brightness without damaging the finish.
An article suggests trimming a rectangular section from the under-tray beneath the crank case drain plug. The cutout sides are turned over to form a sliding cover with a handle, allowing easy access to drain oil without removing the entire tray.
The article explains Bowden type wire control for operating accessories like extra air. It covers cleaning and wrapping steel stranded cable with copper wire, soldering joints, and trimming. It notes advantages over ordinary nipples and mentions engines being overcooled in winter.
An advertisement features a Studebaker promoting a comfortable travel experience. It highlights smooth riding over rough roads and positions H. G. Styles as proprietor with phone number 264.
FE A Austen announces he acts as agent for Bungh Australia Pty Ltd Wheat Buyers. He offers consultation before selling silo wheat and promises to buy or make liberal advances.
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