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FORD MODEL A
POINTS OF MAINTENANCE
The Proper Way to Wash the Car
Always use cold or lukewarm water-never hot water. If a
hose is used, don't turn the water on at full force as this drives
the dirt into the finish. After the surplus mud and
grime have
been washed off, take a sponge and clean the body and running
gear with a solution of water and linseed oil soap . Rinse off
with cold water; then rub and polish the body with
a damp
chamois skin. A body polish of good quality may be used to
add lustre to the car. Grease on the running gear may be re-
moved with a gasoline oaked sponge or rag. The nickeled parts
should be polished with a good nickel polish. An excellent body
polish and nickel polish can be purchased from any Ford dealer.
Should the body or other pyroxylin finished parts of the car
become spattered with
tar or other substances used on roads,
the spots can be removed with a solution of , S gasoline and ½
engine oil.
Dip a soft cloth into the mixture and, using one finger, rub the
spot gently until
it has been removed, The rubbed spot should
then be washed off with clear waler.
Care of the Top
When putting down the top be careful in folding to see that
the fabric
is not pinched between the bows, a they will chafe
a hole through the top very quickly. Applying Ford top dressing
will greatly improve the appearance of an old top on eithc.r an
open or closed car.
Storing Car
Drain the water from the radia or, then put in about a quart
of anti-freeze solution to prevent freezing of any water that
may possibly remain. Draw off all gasoline. Drain the old
oil from the oil pan. Refill the oil pan with one gallon of fresh
oil and run the engine enough to cover the different parts with
oil. Remove the tires and store them. (S e paragraph on
"Care of Tires When Car is Stored.' page 40.) Wash the car
an if possible cover the body with a sheet of muslin o pro-
ect the finish,
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