Hudson 1938 Terraplane, Owner'S Manual

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Door check straps (B) and door latch tongues should be lubricated periodi-
cally with a stainless "Pencil Lubricant."
DUST STORM PRECAUTIONS
In view of the dust storms which have been prevalent during the past few
years, we feel the necessity of acquainting car owners with certain procedures to
follow in an endeavor to minimize the damage which these dust storms are apt
to cause.
When dust mixes with engine oil or chassis lubricant, it becomes a highly
abrasive substance which may cause untold damage to all working parts, such
as pistons, piston rings, cylinder blocks, valves, valve guides, bearings, carbure-
tors, spring shackles and bushings.
Under such conditions it is imperative that more frequent attention be given to
chassis lubrication, engine oil change, air cleaner service and fuel system cleaning
than the periods outlined in this instruction book and lubrication chart.
The use of a special Oil Bath Carburetor Air Cleaner, Figure 16, which is
available as an option or may be purchased from Hudson dealers, will assist in large
measure in protecting the carburetor and engine from premature wear.
Tourists contemplating a trip through dust areas should have an Oil Bath
Carburetor Air Cleaner installed.
The frequency with which the air cleaner should be cleaned and re-oiled
depends, of course, upon local dust conditions. The protection which this type
of air cleaner affords will be appreciated by noting the accumulation of dust and
dirt found in the air cleaner oil reservoir just below the filter unit.
Listed below are points which should be checked and handled in accordance
with local conditions:
1. Fuel System:
(a)
Clean and service air cleaner as outlined on page 19.
( a )
C l e a n f u e l l i n e s .
(a)
Clean c a r b u r e t o r .
(b)
Clean fuel pump.
2. Crankcase:
(a)
Clean ventilators and insert wads of fine metal gauze or fine mesh
screen in lower end.
(a)
Drain oil, remove oil pan, clean thoroughly, reinstall and refill with
fresh new oil.
3. Chassis:
(a) Thoroughly lubricate all chassis fittings, being certain to force out old
lubricant to which dust or abrasives may adhere.
CARE OF THE FINISH
The high lustre finish lacquer on your car can be preserved indefinitely if
given proper attention.
Avoid wiping the finish when it is heavily coated with dust—it is better to
wash it carefully to avoid scratching. Spilling anti-freeze solutions or alcohol
on the finish is extremely dangerous and great care should be taken when adding
or checking these solutions. These spots should be rinsed immediately with
large quantities of water.
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