Inspect Machine Before Greasing

NZ Truth, Issue 1197, 8 November 1928, Page 20

Inspect Machine Before Greasing

AFTER greasing the car one naturally ** feels like inspecting various parts, but it is more practical to do the inspecting first. , Take front wheels, for instance. Most motorists will repack the hubs with fresh cup grease and then shake the wheels to see if they are loose. With grease packed- into the bearings, it is natural that any looseness is harder toi.detect. , ' Sometimes grease makes loose parts seem tight. But this is only, a temporary condition, and, m the' case of

wheels, ine^ns danger. '■.' Try the wheel bearings for looseness before lubricating. The same rule applies to checking over the spring bolts and shaokles as well as yaribus connections of the steering and tie rods.