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Oiling leaf springs

To: british-cars@autox.team.net
Subject: Oiling leaf springs
From: Dirk de Boer <dirk.deboer@usask.ca>
Date: Fri, 14 Oct 1994 15:44:39 -0600 (CST)
dknox <DKNOX@UGA.CC.UGA.EDU> writes

>The article ( in Your Classic) recommended that one wire brush their
>rear-leaf springs and spray the springs with oil for a smooth, comfortable
>ride.

I did this on my MGB, and it made a world of difference. When I bought it in
May 94 it had been standing for 7 or 8 years during which the leafs could
nicely bond together. The car felt pretty harsh in the back at first. After
applying some 10W30 oil with a paint brush it now feels great. I just
brushed the oil onto the outside of the springs. Enough will seep in to
lubricate the inside.

Dirk


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