Rates for Hauling Motor Trucks Affected by Costs and Conditions
The United States Department of Agriculture outlines factors shaping motor truck hauling rates. Wages range 2.75 to 7.50 daily with heavy depreciation and annual upkeep costs from 100 to 900. Consider load value, fragility, distance, road conditions, perishability, and door-to-door service in setting rates.
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Clean Oil Base Vital To Prevent Engine Injury
William H. Stewart argues oil base cleaning prevents bearing wear from carbon sediment and road dust. He warns simple oil changes miss deposits and details a thorough flush method to remove muck, grit, and burnt oil before damage occurs.
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Battery wiring corrosion and protection methods
Copper battery connection wires corrode from sulphuric acid gas in cells and damp air, causing short circuits. Coating terminals with cup grease protects the copper from acid fumes and prevents deterioration.
Spare Headlight Bulb Mounted Socket Idea
A spare headlight bulb should be kept in the car and used as a portable engine light. Popular Science suggests mounting a socket under the seat connected to the storage battery via a simple switch for convenient hood illumination and as a handy trouble light.
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Popular Science
Cleaning Vacuum Tank Weekly
In a vacuum feed tank the drain cock should be opened weekly to release rust and water before gasoline. If flow is slow push a wire to start it, removing foreign matter prevents carburetion trouble.
Plan for Adjusting Gears Uses Pocket Mirror Tool
The article explains using a small pocket mirror on a soft iron wire handle to inspect gear meshing and hidden parts. It compares the mirror to a dentist's instrument and notes its usefulness in inspecting difficult areas during differential gear adjustment and repairs.
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