1942 - 1947 Chevrolet Shop Manual



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	It should never be forcibly pulled up from the floor. This procedure will cause the nap or pile of the carpet to be pulled out and stick to the cement on the floor. To remove this carpet, turn back one corner sufficiently to insert a wide-bladed putty knife between the carpet and the insulating material on the floor. Taking one section of the carpet at a time, gradually operate the putty knife so as to release the cement from the back of the carpet while pulling the carpet free. When reassembling the rear compartment carpet use FS-796 rubber cement to cement the carpet to the insulation on the floor pan. COWL TRIM PAD The cowl trim pad is attached at the body hinge pillars by slipping the edge of the pad under the flange of the metal retainer on the windlace. Fig. 37. The lower end of the trim pad is fastened to the toe-pan by metal retaining clips. UPHOLSTERY CLEANING The upholstery or trim material used throughout the interior of passenger cars is of very high quality: selected for its durability and blending effect with the general interior construction. Fleetline models are upholstered with Broadcloth, the Fleetmaster and Stylemaster with Canda Cloth (Bedford Cord optional on the Fleetmaster), and Genuine Leather on the Cabriolet model. Broadcloth and Bedford Cord are both flat fabrics. Canda cloth is a pile fabric. To insure this long-life and original appearance certain definite cleaning procedures must be followed. Dust and dirt particles that fall on the surface of automobile upholstery should be removed every few weeks—more often with constant, hard driving. This can be done readily with a whisk broom, carpet beater, or vacuum cleaner. For general cleaning and dusting, the seats should be removed. In so doing, dirt along the sides and rear of the seat cushions falls to the bottom and can easily be wiped off. If a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner is used, it is not absolutely necessary, but preferable, to remove the seat cushions. Soap and water may be used in cleaning pile fabrics, providing the instructions are adhered to closely. A neutral non-alkaline soap should be used with lukewarm water. The suds should be good and frothy, not watery. They should be applied in moderate quantities with a damp cloth, sponge, or soft brush. Rub with the pile, not against it. Soapsuds should be removed with a clean, damp cloth or sponge. Then wipe the surface several times with a	dry cloth. While still damp, brush lightly with a whisk broom or brush of medium stiffness. Permit air to circulate freely over the wet upholstery. When dry, brush again, against the pile. The surface of pile fabrics can readily be freshened by steaming. Spread a damp cloth over the surface and touch a hot flatiron to it lightly. The steam that is thereby driven down into the fibres will restore them to the erect position. Another method is to apply a steaming hot towel or cloth in place for ten minutes or so. It may be necessary to repeat the process a few times. While still damp the upholstery should be brushed lightly with a whisk broom or brush of medium stiffness. When thoroughly dry, the material should again be brushed. Brush against the pile. After this treatment, the upholstery will look fresh and new. Soap and water, regardless of the basic type of soap, is not recommended for cleaning flat cloths, particularly broadcloths. Broadcloth finishes are produced by multiple pressing and other operations in manufacture and these operations produce the high "face" or glossy finish associated with the particular fabric. Water, of course, has great destructive powers on these finishes and causes the nap to curl and roughen to a point where the finish is destroyed or made very unsightly. It is essential that stains be removed from upholstery as soon as possible after they have been made. If they are allowed to remain on the fabric for some time, they very often become oxidized and removal is difficult if not impossible. There are two basic types of popular cleaners available for automobile upholstery: (1) Volatile Cleaners, colorless liquids, generally having carbon-tetrachloride or naphtha as a base. (2) Alkaline Cleaners which have a soap base. The Volatile cleaners are recommended since they have great solvent powers for grease, oil and road grime. Alkaline cleaners generally emulsify stains satisfactorily but at possible risk to the removal of color or finish of the fabric. Application Method for Volatile Cleaners 1. Extreme care should be taken in the use of clean cloths and the quantity of solvent used in the cleaning operation. It should be understood that the solvent does the work and only a minimum of friction or pressure should be applied. 2. Carefully brush all loose particles of dirt and soiled area. 3. Immerse small cloth swatch in cleaning solution, wring out thoroughly, open cloth and allow medium evaporation. 4. Place cloth on soiled area, using no friction and only slight tapping pressure, several times. This will pick up particles which are too embedded