Flora Company Purchases Three GMC Trucks
Chandler dealers across Northern California praised the new Chandler touring car at Beattie Automobile Co headquarters. The Seattle Automobile Co reports strong dealer response, larger contracts, and plans to expand factory allotments by at least 50 percent to meet early deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flora Company
GMC
Chandler
California
Beattie Automobile Co
Seattie Automobile Organization
Seattle Automobile Company
H. P. Grant
Ite
Savage tires cut prices to boost Seattle sales
T C Magly of the Seattle Savage Tire branch announces a substantial price reduction on Savage tires. He says the brand has a long west coast reputation for service and quality and expects the cut to raise interest while many customers already favor Savage tires. The plan includes advertising and a public campaign to strengthen the Savage name in Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. C. Magly
Seattle
Savage Tirc Tion
San Diego
California
West
Belt Loop Fastening Method With Notched Thong
A belt end is formed into multiple right angled loops. When positioned, the loops create an alternate form with a passage for a small thong. The thong is notched so it cannot slip out, securing the belt.
Mounting Tires With Manual Rim Installation
Instructions describe mounting straight side tires without a tool. Lay the rim on the floor with the valve stem aligned, push the tire beads into place by stamping on each side, and use a screwdriver to seat the rim end if needed. This method saves time when no expanding tool is available.
Spark plug aid for sooted gaps on the road
When a spark plug becomes sooted and cannot be cleaned, it can be made to fire again by disconnecting the lead and adding an auxiliary gap of one eighth to one quarter inch between the lead and the plug terminal.
Corrosion Prevention for Battery Terminals
A guide advises covering battery terminals with cup grease to guard against sulphuric acid. It warns against vaseline especially in summer as it thins and runs off, offering little protection.
Harbaugh Explains Business Personality at Seattle Auto Firm
H W Harbaugh, manager of the used car department at Seattle Automobile Sales, discusses the idea of business personality. He emphasizes honesty and full effort, noting customers return for trusted advice and square dealing. He cites upcoming new showroom space and a strong, largely Maxwell and Chandler used car stock.
America to Sell France Auto Parts and Cars
Benjamin Mrnsa cor a Bellanger Freres director in Paris and Rudolf Stahl plan a New York warehouse to assemble material for shipment to France. Bellanger Brothers will manufacture cars on a large scale in Paris. Briscoe and Stahl in Detroit finalize designs for the new car and establish a Detroit plant to manufacture tools and test machinery before export.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Mrnsacor
Bellanger Freres
Paris
Rudolf Stahl
New York
France
Bellanger Brothers
Briscoe and
Detroit
Traffic officers ordered to learn driving skills
An official directive requires all Buffalo traffic directors not yet skilled as chauffeurs to take driving lessons and pass tests showing ability to maneuver through congested streets. Each officer will be assigned a driving task during peak crowding times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Careful packing cautions for truck tools and parts
Do not store spark plugs with wrenches and jacks as mixing items causes damage. The note warns against careless shelving, emphasizing separate storage for delicate parts to prevent harm to the truck’s equipment.
Stop Gear Case Leak and Belt Tightening Guide
If the gear case or differential housing leaks, tighten the belts first to avoid expensive gasket replacements. If tightening fails to stop the leak, use a heavier grease that resists thinning in hot weather.
Ford Rumor Explained and Ford Expansion Plans
The Ford Motor Company denies a low cost car and says a new model may be possible but not for two to three years. Ford expands production at the plant to meet wartime demand while increasing overseas business, especially in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford Motor Company
Ford
Mchael B. Ford
Henry Ford
Thermoids Are the Answer in Tire Business Charm
The anonymous viewer reacts as Hawkinson of United Motors extols Thermoid tires. Hawkinson shares the story of Thermoid security and says he uses Thermoids on his own car and recommends them for Cole Reo Roamer or Dort models he sells. The tire business seems strong as Hawkinson notes depleted racks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawkinson
United Motors Company
Cole
Reo
Roamer
Who's a Goin to Sell Em on Auto Row
The Cleveland Light Six, a six cylinder five passenger touring car built in a 118 inch wheelbase, is expected to arrive in Seattle around the first of the prohibition month. Priced near 1300 dollars at the factory, production delayed by the war but refined since, it excites local dealers and automotive editors who anticipate its launch and the competition it will bring to Seattle's auto row.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chandler
Cleveland
Seattle
Bearings Worth Regular Inspection And Servicing
The article urges frequent checks of ball bearings as owners often ignore wear until prompted by a garage visit. It recommends inspecting every six months, replacing rough or worn balls with perfect ones, and filling the ball run with graphite grease.
Brake misadjustment damages tires and boosts skid risk
When one wheel locks as the other still turns, the locked side drags its tire along the ground harming the tread. Unequal brake adjustment increases skid danger and accelerates tire wear.
Oil and Cement Do Not Mix: Cautions on Thinning Rubber Cement
The article warns car owners not to thin rubber cement with ordinary gasoline, which contains too much oil and is unsafe. It states that oil is a deadly foe of rubber and recommends high test gasoline or bisulphide of carbon as proper thinning agents.
Proper Cup and Cone Bearing Adjustment
Instructions describe adjusting cup and cone bearings so the wheel has no play but spins freely. If cones are too tight the balls wedge and gouge the races, risking damage during operation.
Rigid Test for Velie Vehicles Highlights Stringent Quality
Roesch and Olsen announce Velie cars undergo dual testing with Continental motors. Every motor is inspected and must deliver at least 33 horsepower at 1,000 RPM before acceptance. Velie engineers and Continental reps monitor tests to ensure high standards. The Velie body, built on strong hardwood rear doors, minimizes squeaks and rattles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Olsen
Roesch & Olsen, Inc
Velie
Continental
Cable terminal fit improves battery start with lead wrap
Old storage battery cables often slip from the connector, preventing a tight connection and causing high resistance. Wrapping lead foil around the terminal where it fits the battery connector yields a much tighter fit and helps ensure current can flow to start the engine.
Careful Rim Maintenance Helps Prevent Car Tire Failures
Car owners err by using badly dented rims which causes rim cutting and shortens tire life. A second mistake is failing to keep the valve stem and stay bolts tight, allowing water to enter the casing on wet roads or during washing.
Roll Tubes Flat With Cloth and Bag Technique
Instructions describe flattening tubes by rolling with soft cloth between layers, using a cotton flannel strip, and placing the roll in a thick cloth bag. The bag mouth should be tied around the stem with talcum powder added inside for convenience.
Clutch Spinning Causes in Mechanical System
Clutch spinning stems from excess friction in spring thrust bearings and misalignment of the flywheel and clutch cone. A bent clutch shaft may also trigger the issue by preventing the engaging surfaces from fully clearing.
Street car tracks raise tires and steel costs cited
A concise note states street car tracks are gentle on springs but harsh on tires, while steel is presented as a cheaper alternative to rubber.
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Mora Company, Inc
P. Mazzone
Mazzone
Wmeee Tire Corporation
Magly
Seattle Engineering School
Seattle Automobile Sales Co
E. Pike
EAST
Harbaugh
H. W. Harbaugh
Seattle Automobile Sales Company
Brattle Automobile Bules Company
America
Young Ford
Auto Row
Abseac
Etre Onn Ee
Continental Red
Washington
Idaho
Shieldin el Cor
ALL American House
National Liberty
Lexington
Max Olsen
Suice
Packard
Mack
Garford
Lippard-Stewart
Service
Pierce-Arrow
E. Pike St
Seattle, Wa
Phene East
Oakland
Harry D. Austin
Washington Oakland Company
East Pike Street
Twelfth Avenue
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