Advice to Women and Men About Cars and Safety
A reader complains of dangerous cars after visiting a hospitalized 19 year old athlete in Maryland. The column notes Maryland lacks periodic motor vehicle inspection and urges readers to contact state legislators. A Dubuque reader asks about spark plugs and gets an explanation of heat ranges and carbon buildup.
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DeDe
Bob
LMB
Silver Springs, Md
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Perilous life of the car spark plug
The spark plug faces extreme conditions from sub zero to 1500 F and bursts of 4000 F heat. It endures 2000 psi pressure and 10 000 volt discharges, firing about 15 million times in 10000 miles. Electrode wear from these harms is irreversible, prompting experts to recommend new plugs.
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Champion Spark Plug Company
Tire Inflation Tips and Proper Vehicle Pressure
Keep an eye on tire inflation and consider a pressure gauge for frequent checks. Proper tire pressure is specified in the vehicle, often on the door post or glove box door, and correct inflation reduces tire wear improves gas mileage and enhances safety.
Rear Placement for Radial Tires on Front Bias or Belted
When radial tires are mixed with bias or belted tires install the radials on the rear axle. This practice is recommended to enhance stability and handling, reducing the risk of loss of control in combined tire configurations.
How to Clean Car Interior Fabrics and Avoid Damaging It
Advice from Fisher Body Division on cleaning vinyl leather and synthetic cloth upholstery. Warns against gasoline solvents and harsh soaps. Recommends lukewarm water with neutral soap for vinyl and leather. Emphasizes prompt stain treatment for nylon or rayon and step by step cleaning methods.
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Fisher Body
General Motors
CARE FOR YOUR CAR CROSSWORD PUZZLE ACROSS
Puzzle clues span engines ignition brakes and car parts with references to Motor City groups and Latin forms. The list includes vehicle components such as battery cables ignition key positions and front end parts alongside geographic and organizational terms from North America and beyond.
Cleaning instructions for fabric care and trim luster
The label outlines steps to use foam on a clean sponge or soft brush, avoid soaking or aggressive scrubbing, wipe with a slightly damp towel, then dry with a towel or hair dryer, and rewipe to restore trim luster. Also includes a Want Ads help wanted column note from Norwalk Reflector.
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To Be
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Inst
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Military Shopping Center
JP Discount
Delco Ignition
DAYCO
JP Discount Auto Parts
Foster Street
Bank Americard
Thurs
Niles
Indix-Ac-Goodyear-Autolite
ELCOP
Wolphan Lumber CO
Rid's Door
U. S
Tell Ya Lumber CO
Ohio Turnpike
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American Express
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F.E.T
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