Hudson Super Six 1916, Справочник

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The Care of the Clutch
Renewing the oil and lubricating the clutch throw out collar are practically the only attentions necessary from
the owner.
The clutch adjustment should be inspected periodically, preferably by the dealer's mechanics.
The fact that the cork inserts become saturated with oil makes it comparatively difficult to abuse this clutch as
compared with other types. However its action will be affected if our instructions in regard to the quality and
quantity of lubricant are not strictly adhered to.
Never put more than half a pint of mixture in at one time. Always drain the clutch to remove the used oil
before filling in any fresh oil.
Do not try to experiment with the mixture. Half kerosene and half good motor oil is the best.
DO NOT SLIP THE CLUTCH EXCEPT WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY AND THEN ONLY
WHEN YOU KNOW IT HAS SUFFICIENT LUBRICATION TO STAND IT. IF YOU FEEL THAT YOU
MUST DO SO, OWING TO LACK OF CONFIDENCE IN YOUR ABILITY TO HANDLE THE CAR
THROUGH CONGESTED TRAFFIC, REMEMBER THAT THE LUBRICATION OF THE THROWOUT
COLLAR WILL NEED MORE FREQUENT ATTENTION.
Front Axle Adjustments
The adjustment for wear in the steering knuckles is accomplished by introducing shims between the top thrust
washer and the axle fork. The king bolt is provided with a passage which conveys the lubricant to the upper
bearing and the thrust washers. There is a second grease cup which lubricates the lower bearing. Whenever it is
obtainable, we recommend Whitmore Anti-Friction No. 5 as the most desirable lubricant. This also applies to all
other steering connections.
Timken bearings are used in the front wheels. The wheel hubs are 91 pressed steel construction and therefore
extremely sturdy. The bearing retainers are for the purpose of confining the lubricant and are not disturbed by the
removal of the wheel.
The wheel bearings should be adjusted by the nut so that a slight amount of play is noticeable when the wheel
is shaken by grasping the tire. If the bearings are adjusted so that there is no play at all, it will be impossible for
any lubricant to penetrate between the rollers and cones, and on account of the excessive pressures that may result
from such adjustment, the life of the bearings will be decreased.
Since it is to be expected that any bearing will wear sooner or later, we would caution all against overlooking
this important point of inspection. Too much play is almost as bad as a tight bearing but is more objectionable on
account of-the rattle it causes.
Wheel Alignment
Because the alignment of the wheels is an important factor in the life of the front tires, the distance rod is
provided with adjustments. The front of the tires should be about 5/16" closer together the rear, measured at the
same height from the ground.
The easiest way to check this adjustment is as follows:
Jack up the front of the car from the center of the axle so that the distance rod is not interfered with. With both
wheels free to revolve, a center line can be marked on each tire by holding a soft lead pencil against it when
spinning The pencil must be held steady or the result will not be a straight line.
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