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Forbes Advocate

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Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 04, 1929

Page

10

POWER FARMING The Ideal Kerosene on Australian farms

The text outlines power farming with tractors supplanting horses in Australia. It stresses selecting the right crude oil and volatility to maximize power and avoid engine knock. It highlights the role of volatile fractions in powering tractors and warns against unvaporised fuel diluting crankcase oil.

Alwys 10 Australia Voco Armel Austriia New Zealand Vaco

Multicylinder Cars Possibilities in Britain at Brooklands

An English writer notes new 12 cylinder cars at Brooklands spark talk of private car development. Three top manufacturers test 12 cylinder engines, one uses a double eight. A 16 cylinder engine shows strong results but may remain super luxury. Expect two new straight eight models, one British and one Continental, with mid price strains in sight as Wolseley and Hillman lead. In the U.S.A. such engines can cost under £200, proving they need not be expensive.

Brooklands Tam Wolseley and Hillman U.S.A

Lighting upgrade for engine compartment lamp and tyre repair socket

A 24 candlepower power bulb fits a double vented lamp socket. It is inserted through a drilled dash hole and wired to the ammeter via a switch. The adapter connects to the socket to feed engine compartment light for night adjustments and can also serve to attach a trouble light for tyre repairs.

Voco power kerosene touted as high volatility fuel

An advertisement extols Voco power kerosene as the standard fuel for tractors where power kerosene is needed. It claims the drum delivers maximum power with high volatility and that every drop is available to create power, calling it every drop's ka worker.

Man recalls corruption claim about blot on nation's image

A sharp remark questions a prior claim that corruption taints the country's reputation, noting instead the ink in post offices as a more persistent issue. The comment hints at ongoing concerns over official integrity and writing materials.

Wheel Alignment Tool For Front And Rear Wheels

Instructions describe a simple wheel aligning tool about 16 feet long with a perpendicular piece to align front and rear wheels. Driving in tram lines risks collision with rails and track features. drivers must watch for elevated rails switch tongues and level differences.

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