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Some of the information contained in this book has been around for a long time in one form or another. Various common sense tips, hand written methods, formulas, etc., passed on from one mechanic to another can be found among groups of mechanics everywhere. Several of the methods and precautions mentioned in this book will be old hat to the experienced mechanics but will be new and very helpful to beginners. Some, if not all, of the included formulas will be beneficial not only to the apprentice, but just as new and enlightening to the journeyman. I used to wonder how many would admit it, but since more of these books have been sold via word-of-mouth advertising than through very expensive commercial advertising, I m persuaded to believe I ve done something right.

All the formulas in this book are based on the very simple and reliable principal of direct ratio and proportion, e.g., if it s .004" out of alignment across a 4" face, then it s .004" out of alignment for each 4" leading back to the support feet. However, as will be seen later, it gets more complex. Suppose (for example) the front support feet were to the left of the indicators when they would normally be to the right? What if a single set of indicator readings entailed the cutting of a few hundred pounds of shims to be placed under the feet of three, or five or more units each of which have more than four support...