RESTORING HISTORY ONE CAR AT A TIME
Changes have been made int he A-1379-B and A-1380-B wheel carrier assemblies which considerably strengthen these parts. The thickness of the body flange, also the lower part of the wheel flange has been changed from 4/16” to 1/4” and a solid boss added. (See Figs. 1023 and 1024.) To compensate for the change in design …
A small line is marked in one end of each of the above bushings. (See Fig. 1025.) When installing always insert the marked end of the bushing into the opening, then press the bushing in place.
The length of the A-7508-B pedal bushings have been changed from 15/16 to 1” This increase in length eliminates the lubrication space between the bushings after they are assembled in the pedal. When replacing 15/16” bushings with the 1” long bushings in pedals having lubricator fittings assembled it will be necessary for dealers to drill …
Front fender iron A-16025-AR has been made stronger by changing it from a stamping to a drop forged design. When replacing a stamped design fender iron with the present drop forged type, use bolts A-20969 for bolting to frame and A-20906-Sl for bolting to headlamp support.
Failure of Pinion Gear to Mesh If stepping on the starter motor merely results in spinning of the starter motor, the trouble is caused by failure of the pinion gear to mesh with the flywheel ring gear. This condition is usually the result of gummy or rusted Bendix screw shaft threads. The remedy is to …
When installing a hood clip assembly A-16750-B be sure to install it with the face of the hood clip bracket towards the hood. (See Fig. 1027)
To lessen any possibility of an oil leak occur- ring around the truck gear shift housing cap, the cap is now screwed to the housing instead of being pinned as formerly. (See Fig. 1028.) The pin which formerly held the cap to the housing has been eliminated on the new design and the trunnion shortened …
At the time of changing the location of the 1⁄8” pipe tap hole and adding an additional lubricator fitting in the AA-4505-F torque tube assembly it was also necessary to place an oil hole in the AA-4655 roller bearing sleeve, as the new location of the lubricator fitting comes directly over the sleeve. The old …
A change has been made in the lock cylinders in the ignition and handle locks used with Tudor, A-panel, AA-panel and DeLuxe De- livery. Interchangeable lock cylinders are also used in the locks in the new Victoria Coupe and Special Delivery. Cars and trucks equipped with interchange- able lock cylinders use but one key. That …
Due to the difference in the lengths and the designs of the lighting switch handle and horn switch assemblies used in 1929 and 1930 jobs, care must be used not to confuse or mix these parts. By measuring the length of the tubing, and noting the design of the handle, these parts can be easily …
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Sometime ago, prior to the steering worm change mentioned in the August Bulletin, a change was made in the steering gear worm bearing. The bearing was changed from a cylindrical 9 roller to a tapered 13 roller bearing. To correspond with the tapered bearing, it was necessary to change the angle of the worm at …
A support somewhat similar to that used in present design No. 1 truck front cross members has been added to 1928-29 truck front cross members sold through service. This support is riveted in place. (See Fig. 1042.) For 1928-29 trucks in service that are subjected to unusually severe service, a No. 1 cross member reinforcement …
