Hudson 1948 Commodore, Service Manual

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BODY MANUAL 56
ADJUSTMENT
Windshield wiper cable tension is set at the factory but re-
quires adjustment whenever an over-travel of the blade occurs at
high speed or a reduction of travel occurs on dry or snow packed
glass.
To adjust the tension, insert a 1/2" socket through the hole
provided in the bracket support and loosen the nut at the bottom
of the spring shaft sufficiently to free the lock- washer between
the pulley base and the mounting bracket. The spring (G) will
automatically move the pulleys (H) and take up any slack in the
cables. Hold the pulleys in the new position and retighten the nut.
If necessary after adjustment of cable tension, relocate the wiper
arms on the burred bushings so that the wiper blades rest against
the windshield moulding with wiper in "off" position.
WINDSHIELD WIPER
(All Models 1951 thru 1954)
NOTE: The preceding operations under "Windshield
Wiper Models 1948 thru 1950" are applicable for Models
1951 thru 1954 except for windshield wiper cable tensioner
adjustment which is as follows
:
The pulley assemblies are spring loaded, Figure 89, and
the cable instrument is automatic and should not require
manual adjustment.
FIGURE 89
NOTE: If the control knob is in the full "On" position and
the blade speed is slow, check the tension of the cables or
check for a broken or partially plugged vacuum hose. Cable
tension can be increased by pushing the tensioners outward
advancing the tensioner to the next notch. Lubricate the
pulley bearings with light engine oil. Apply Lubri-plate to the
cables. Also check to see that cables are riding free.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON
INTERIOR APPEARANCE
CLEANING UPHOLSTERY
There are a few items of general nature to keep in mind
when cleaning upholstery fabrics.
When reference is made to cleaning fluids, use a good non-
inflammable fluid in which carbon tetrachloride is the principal
ingredient.
When cleaning seat cushions and seat backs use a clean
cloth dampened only slightly. Do not saturate to the extent of
soaking the seat pads.
In cleaning soiled areas of the headlining, do not clean
against the nap. If this does happen, smooth the material while
damp by rubbing with the nap with a damp cloth.
Do not push against the headlining while cleaning to the
extent of bringing the material in contact with the roof silencer
panels. The damp material may take further stain from the
silencer panels.
REMOVING STAINS
In using cleaning fluids, always follow the procedure that is
commonly used in removing spots from clothing, that is,
dampen a clean cloth with the fluid and start cleaning lightly
around the outside of the spot, gradually working towards the
center. This method keeps the spot from spreading and is less
likely to leave a ring.
CLEANING LEATHER
Stickiness and loss of luster on leather upholstery is due
largely to the use of polishes or preparations which injure the
surface finish.