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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1930
Page
6
Detailed guidance on hire purchase for cars noting the risk of seizure for missed payments and ownership implications. Also covers ignition systems, timing, and a practical lesson on handling skids by steering into the skid and releasing brakes to regain traction. Includes explanations of induction coils, distributors, and high tension spark timing.
A fragmented discussion explains methods to check tyre inflation with Schrader valves and gauges. It mentions pressing the valve stem and using a gauge to record accurate pressure, noting issues with premature wear and misreadings.
Fragments describe tyre pressure and wear terms with a reference to Siva and a scent of dust. The legible parts mention an old tyre and a setup at a location with a sense of prevailing conditions.
The text describes ignition and sparking issues in engines causing weariness, pauses, and engine stalls when the throttle is opened too far. It notes that preignition can recur after cooling and that certain spark plug designs or electrode gaps can transfer high voltage to the central conductor, potentially damaging the plug and causing premature ignition failures.
A vintage guidance note urges motorists to handle minor repairs at home while leaving major work to specialists. It cites points such as cleaning rocker-arm bearings and using a pencil lead as a dry lubricant, and suggests improvised tricks to detach stubborn wheels, warning against unsuitable tools.
Dodge Brothers unveil two new models, the Dodge Toa and Dodge Senior, featuring a new 8 cylinder engine of 220.7 cubic inches displacement, 76 horsepower, and a perpendicularly styled body with upscale interiors. The cars emphasize strong lines, laminated decoration, and improved ride with engine rubber isolation.
The article describes the new six cylinder Dodge Brothers model offering four door sedan roadster and tourer bodies. It highlights simple dignified design, rich interior materials, and detailed engineering such as a 4 9 to 1 compression ratio, 189.8 cubic inch displacement, and four main bearings. It notes extensive road tests showing power durability speed and efficiency with rubber engine mounts and balanced crankshaft for smooth operation.
Brisbane hears a sequel to a dramatic road incident as Arthur Douglas Lynch and Thomas John Shanahan faced Police Court on charges for possessing instruments of murder and intending to commit crime. They were remanded in custody with bail denied, with mention of a motor car valued at £250 belonging to Rev. Frank O Connell.
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