Hudson 1947 3/4-TON COMMERCIAL, Руководство пользователя

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SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINTS
The propeller shaft is of tubular design incorporating needle roller bearing universal
joints. The bearings located in the front and rear joints should be lubricated with
viscous chassis lubricant during regular chassis lubrication at 1,000 mile intervals,
through the fittings (B), Fig. 39.
The spline at the front end should also be
lubricated every 1,000 miles through the
grease fitting (A) in the sleeve yoke. Apply
a viscous chassis lubricant, preferably with
a hand operated lubrication gun so as to
avoid high pressure that might dislocate or
cause damage to the seal at the front end of
the spline.
Figure 39
REAR AXLE
All models use a rear axle of the semi-floating type, incorporating helical cut bevel
gears. See Fig. 40.
Tapered roller bearings are used throughout to support the drive pinion, differential
case, and the outer ends of the rear axle drive shafts.
As the axle bearings are accurately adjusted under load at the factory no further
attention should be required. Special equipment is necessary to properly service this
unit ; therefore, any adjustments or repairs required should be referred to your Autho-
rized Hudson Dealer.
LUBRICATION—Proper lubrication of the rear axle is important. Every 1,000 miles
the oil level should be checked by removing the filler plug in the back cover and the
level restored to normal.
All gear oils have a tendency to foam due to agitation and the
car should be permitted to stand about fifteen minutes to allow the foam to subside to
be sure the actual oil level is being checked.
S.A.E. 90 E.P. gear oil should be used in
summer and winter.
At intervals of 5,000 miles the old lubricant should be removed and 2¾ lbs. (1.24
kgs.) of new lubricant installed.
Rear wheel bearings should be removed, cleaned, and repacked every 10,000 miles
with 1½ ounces of milled sodium soap base lubricant. A special puller is required to
remove the hubs; therefore, this operation should be performed by your Authorized
Hudson Dealer. A knock-out type puller should never be used.
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