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Image and maintenance

Got some stuff in Arnhem. I'll come over. There are two tattooed beards that together are as old as I am alone at my - classic - work easel. They take pictures and are very excited. Because…

Tires

Rotate tires?

If you have a real classic, a car that is at least 40 years old and the accompanying instruction booklet, you are (almost) guaranteed to come across an article that recommends replacing the tires in accordance with a…

Think about greasing

As a classic owner, you naturally take good care of the car you cherish so much. Lubrication is necessary. If you look into it, you will be surprised how many lubrication points such a vehicle has... Especially in the steering, the suspension and the drivetrain. An…

Inhibit

Until the end of the last century, a car or motorcycle had to be 'run in'. This meant that the owner of the new vehicle had to handle it with care. No need for top performance from the machine, no high speeds,…

Be kind to the link

Clutch: You do 'start' the engine - with a classic - contrary to what many experts (...) want to claim, never with a clutch engaged. In addition to excessive and unnecessary loading of the thrust bearing and thrust group, you 'press' the crankshaft against the axial bearings that have not (yet) lubricated. Check if there is still enough

Change the shock absorber

You can also replace shock absorbers yourself and save a lot of money. Consult the workshop manual, ensure that you have suitable - and safe - suitable tools, such as an approved garage jack, axle supports and a block around the front and rear wheels