February Proves a Busy Month for Paige Car Deliveries
February breaks winter records for Paige owners traveling to Detroit to pick up cars at the Paige factory. Dealers organize tours and convoys as owners drive their new cars across the country to Chicago Cincinnati and New York. Production uncertainty and freight shortages drive owners to collect cars themselves with dealer guidance, praised by President Harry M. Jewett.
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Detroit
Byaige
Chicago
Cincinnati
New York
Ciica
Des Moines
Iowa
Harry M. Jewett
Auto Service Q and A on Radiator Leaks and Batteries
In an emergency use radiator compound only as directed and have the radiator repaired soon. Use a good brand of medium oil. cheap oils cost more long term. A broken rear axle tooth can occur from braking with rear wheels in the air on rough roads. The six volt battery uses about two and a half volts per cell. you can use one or two cells. There are about 425,000 motor trucks in use in the United States today. most are one ton or less. A starter failure may be due to a weak battery despite correct fuel mixture.
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Quile
United States
Tallentyne
National Automobile Chamber of Commerce
Shane
Bridgeport Dealers Discuss Uniform Motor Laws and Tax Reform
In Bridgeport a car dealer, Max Cohen of Paige, explains efforts toward nation wide uniform state motor laws and a tax plan based on car value and registration. He argues for state set taxes, inspectors for licenses, and stricter enforcement to raise municipal revenue and improve road safety.
Helpful Hints to Used Car Buyers
Advice on avoiding misunderstandings when buying or selling used cars. States that equipment should be clearly included or excluded in price agreements and warns dealers may strip cars after purchase. Includes a tip to reduce starter current by quick release and manual cranking to conserve battery power.
Loosening toe caps with a boxed strike method
A practical tip advises placing a small box beside a wheel so that when the wheel turns the wrench end strikes the box, delivering a hammer blow to loosen a stuck toe cap. This method serves as a fallback when the ordinary Bitel wrench method fails.
Valve Cap Warnings for Tire Safety
Never leave a tire valve uncovered. If the cap is lost and no spares are available, tie rag or rubber over the stem. Dirt entering the valve is likely to cause a leak. Inspect tires before using the wash stand to ensure proper inflation and tight lugs to prevent water intrusion.
How to Push a Car Safely
Do not push a car by placing hands on panels or doors. Use the wheels or tires to push. The method avoids injuring hands and reduces strain.
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Erce-Arrow Agency
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Fairfield Ave
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Amerials
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Fairvield Ave
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P.O.B
Franklin Sales and Servic Station
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New Haven
Denby
H.H. Ford
Stratford Ave
State St
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Sure Cars Motor Sales Co
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Iranistan Ave
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Grand St
Huilding
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Bridgeport Cycle CO. Inc
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