Motor Notes on Oil Dilution and Practical Driving Tips
The article explains multiple causes of excessive crankcase oil dilution, mainly from fuel system faults like a leaky carburetor float or a sticky vacuum tank. It covers correcting carburetor and fuel system issues, safe reversing techniques, engine warming practices, and the value of detachable wheels, spare tires, tire maintenance, and cautious braking on hills. It also warns against racing cold engines and stresses regular wheel and brake care for safer driving.
Myth Explodes On Australian Car Needs For British Models
An Australian owner of a British car defends British designs against American critics. He argues British models outrun and outlast American cars on Australian roads, praises four speed gearboxes, and dismisses claims of inferior British springs and spare wheels misfit. He notes access ease for rear mounted spares and contends British cars suit Australian climates and tracks better overall.
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Australia
Flexatic suspension tested on light French car in cobbled streets
An article notes French independent suspension advances led by Flexatic. A light chassis with half cantilever springs rode well over old cobbles during a France trial, retaining standard springs while gaining independent action. A US trial of Flexatic is reported with promising early results.
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France
P Lis
USA
Electric starter currents in cars reveal burst of 200 amperes
National Physical Laboratory tests show cold engine starts draw about 180 to 228 amperes from the battery, peaking when the pinion engages the flywheel. Hot engines use less current. despite brief high draws the total energy from the battery remains small, recoverable in minutes of normal charging.
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National Physical Laboratory
England
Rece
Bendix
Turbulent engines and design aim for efficient combustion
An expert discusses turbulence in engines noting it enhances power and economy by promoting complete combustion. He cites Humber cylinder head design that traps and redirects gases for maximum turbulence before ignition and explains spark plug placement and inlet valve effects. Practical driving tip adds clutch and gear guidance.
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Humber
Pepsodent Promises Film Removal for whiter teeth
A vintage advertisement extols Pepso dent as a film fighter that removes grime from teeth and gums. It claims teeth appear whiter after ten days of brushing and ten nights of gum massage, asserting the product protects gums and strengthens their support.
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