York Third Axle Approved for Trader
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THE YcrA trailing axle conversion is now approved for fitting to Thames Trader 7and 71-ton models. Announeing this, Ford Motor Co.-, Ltd., recommend that vehicles fitted with this conversion should be equipped with power steering and the new five-speed direct-drive gearbox which are now offered as production options.
The York conversion consists of a 'trailing axle system comprising two independent oscillating rocker beams attached to the chassis by hanger brackets and connected to thedriving axle suspension through a special shackle linkage. The hanger brackets are located transversely by a tubular cross-member which gives additional strength to the unit. It is suitable for all Thames Trader 7and 7-1--ton models and, when fitted, a maximum gross vehicle weight of 15 tons is permissible.
The conversion will be 'carried out at York trailer depots in London, Glasgow, Warrington and Corby.