GENERAL UPKEEP-Lubrication
PROPELLER SHAFT
The universal joints are of the needle roller bearing type and together with
the
splines should be
lubricated every 6,000 miles (10,000
km.).
The nipple
(B)
at each end of the shaft should be supplied with oil for the
bearings and the nipple
(A)
with grease for the splines.
REAR
ROAD SPRINGS
The spring blades should be painted over with old rear axle or engine oil,
particularly around the blade tips and clips.
Rubber bushes are fitted in all the rear spring eyes and must not be lubricated.
HYDRAULIC DAMPERS
The
front telescopic dampers do not require
"
topping up."
The rear dampers should be topped up with
Armstrong Shock Absorber
Fluid
(Crimson)
to the level of the bottom of the plug hole every
12,000
miles (20,000
km.).
It is absolutely essential for the proper functioning of
the dampers that
dirt
is prevented from finding its way into the interior.
If
the dampers become inoperative they should be serviced by the makers.
HINGES, CONTROLS, DOOR LOCKS, ETC.
The bonnet catches, hinges and several S-all control joints should be given
occasional attention with the oil
can.
Door locks should receive a drop of oil
every month to ensure easy operation and to prevent corrosion. The connec-
tions on the handbrake and
r+&et mechanism, etc., all require
attention to allow
the controls to work freely
pd prevent unnecessary wear.
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