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A traditional lubrication bay and mechanic at a garage, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965
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A traditional lubrication bay and mechanic at a garage, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965
A traditional lubrication bay and mechanic at a garage, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965. Until recent times, Lubrication bays were a common sight in garages across the UK. Laycock Engineering in Sheffield manufactured this one and they provided a tidy and convenient way of adding fluids or air etc from wall mounted retractable supply lines. On the ramp is an Austin Westminster which dates from around 1962
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Austin Car Maintenance Engineering Garage Laycock Engineering Mechanic Michael Michael Walters Motor Maintenance Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Sheffield South Yorkshire Walters Workshop Motor Car
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This print captures a snapshot of automotive history in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, back in 1965. The image showcases a traditional lubrication bay at a garage, where an experienced mechanic diligently tends to the maintenance needs of vehicles. Lubrication bays like this one were once a common sight across the United Kingdom until recent times. Manufactured by Laycock Engineering, this particular bay provided a tidy and convenient solution for adding fluids or air to cars through wall-mounted retractable supply lines. The focal point of the photograph is an elegant Austin Westminster parked on the ramp. Dating from around 1962, it represents the epitome of British automobile craftsmanship during that era. Inside the garage, we witness an industrious scene as men work tirelessly on various motor maintenance tasks. This monochrome image beautifully encapsulates not only their dedication but also reflects upon England's rich engineering heritage. Photographed by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this picture serves as a testament to the hard work and professionalism exhibited by mechanics who kept Britain's roads running smoothly during those times. Step into this time capsule and immerse yourself in an era when technology was simpler yet equally effective. Let your imagination wander as you envision these workers meticulously tending to every detail under dimly lit workshop conditions - preserving our transportation legacy one car at a time.
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