SUMP DRAINING
It is Anusual to find a motor of modern ’ design where provision for speedy draining of the sump is omitted, and a quickly detachable filter is as a rule added. Nevertheless, it is recommended that about every 10,000 miles or so the sump be removed and thoroughly cleaned out, thus entirely removing deposited sludge. The working parts of the engine are definitely benefited and will wear less, due to the purity of the oil in use. Flushing with kerosene is taboo these days, and it is considered a dangerous practice. Oil sump packings should be renewed if at all torn. Tighten sump nuts evenly, and work out diagonally from the centre.
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Evening Star, Issue 22573, 15 February 1937, Page 15
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113SUMP DRAINING Evening Star, Issue 22573, 15 February 1937, Page 15
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