Bren carrier steering

[Lynn Eades]

Michael R., 3/8 of an inch, either way.

Larry see two threads started by me;
Carrier soft parts
Carrier Assembly.
Don't forget to pack the boots (gaiters) with grease.
A small amount of neatsfoot oil can be helpful to make the boots pliable. Don't overdo it!

Note; the boots are interchangeable between all carriers that utilise track warping

[maple_leaf_eh]

Originally Posted by Lynn Eades

A small amount of neatsford oil can be helpful to make the boots pliable. Don't overdo it!

Neatsfoot Oil

(I had to investigate the origins - processed cattle fat from boiled leg bones and feet, but not the hooves. Who knew?)

[Robert Bergeron]

Btw : Neatsfoot oil is also used to lubricate Coleman stove and lantern leather reservoir pump seals / washers ..

[rob love]

Softens and preserves leather on many applications. We used to use it for assembly of the old brake airpack main seal on the M135 deuce.

I have used it to soften leather for old holsters or pouches. It will substantially darken the leather, but once soaked in softens the worst cases in a day or two. However, it does not repair cracks, so use some moderation when checking to see how dry that strap or pouch is before apllying the neatsfoot.

[Lynn Eades]

I have edited my spelling.

Yes I knew Terry, I did the same as you, 6 months ago.

The thing is to use a small amount. It is easy to over do it and the leather can pretty much loose its shape.