H U D S O N E I G H T
A D J U S T M E N T
Headlamps
Place the vehicle under normal load on a level floor squarely facing a smooth wall 25 feet
from the headlamps.
Measure the height of the lamp bulbs from the ground and draw a horizontal line on the wall
at the same height as the bulbs.
Sight through windshield along hood rod and radiator cap to determine the center line of the
vehicle. Locate center lines of lamps on the wall from this line.
With the light control in the position throwing the light beam farthest from the vehicle, cover
left lamp to obscure its light beam.
Loosen the right mounting nut (under fender apron) and aim the right lamp so that the top of
the beam is just even with the horizontal line and equal portions on each side of line on the
wall indicating the center line of the right lamp.
Repeat operations with the left lamp and the headlamps will be properly aligned.
Care of the Finish
The same care should be exercised in washing and cleaning cars finished in lacquer or
enamel as is employed in the handling of varnished surfaces. Dry dirt accumulations should
not be wiped off but should be softened and removed by thoroughly soaking the body with
flowing water, applied under light pressure.
Careful washing of the car, followed by the use of a polish especially prepared for lacquer or
enamel finishes, will maintain a high luster and preserve the finish. The use of polishes con-
taining strong abrasives should he avoided, as they are particularly destructive to the striping.
Anti-freeze solutions con- taining alcohol when accidentally spilled on the finish should be im-
mediately washed off with clear water to prevent spotting, as alcohol is a solvent of lacquer.
It is recommended that every new car purchaser apply a coat of wax while lacquer is still
clean and unmarked. If this is done and the application periodically renewed, it will be an im-
portant factor in the life of the finish.
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