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May
1936
NEWNES PRACTICAL
MECHANICS
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The latter will, no doubt, adopt brazing, welding, and steel construction where I have
used wood, although the latter is amply strong for the purpose, and has the advantage that
it does not bend.
Low Centre of Gravity
With the construction at this stage, do not make the mistake of starting the engine, since
further
bracing of the chassis is necessary to secure rigidity. Notice that the forward end of the
chassis is covered underneath to provide pedal room and to keep the centre of gravity low.
Give all of the wooden parts a coat of lead colour or dead black and do not forget to
smear all bolts with oil.
