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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1928
Page
16
Winter testing of springs on motor cars asks for frequent lubrication as mud and ice wash away grease. Alloy springs resist strain but require regular chassis lubrication, with attention to interleaf friction and shock absorbers for rough roads. keep clips tight to preserve leaf integrity.
Syracuse engineer Hoolihan stands between his locomotive pulling the Twentieth Century Limited and his Studebaker Commander. He praises both machines as the last word in transportation and fast, responsive speed. Hoolihan has piloted the Century and handles Knickerbocker Express throttle on return trips.
The support of leaf springs by neighboring leaves is crucial for load handling. When clips loosen, spring breakage occurs and the center bolt head can be damaged. Front springs influence steering, rear springs drive the car, and both sets affect mechanically operated brakes. Rear springs also resist axle twisting during acceleration or braking.
The 1928 Chevrolet introduces a roomier body, longer wheelbase, and major mechanical upgrades. Highlights include four wheel brakes with new design, enhanced shock absorber springs with rebound checks, higher compression, and invar pistons for smoother power. A ball bearing worm and gear steering system, larger front axle, fan shroud, and improved cooling contribute to better riding quality and overall efficiency.
Oldsmobile reports higher total domestic retail and export sales for 1927, marking a third consecutive year of gains while the wider automotive industry declines about 20 percent. The note contrasts robust Oldsmobile performance with industry weakness.
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