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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1914
Page
5
A guide from illustrated Sunday Magazine describes quick checks when a car loses power or stops. It covers misfiring spark plugs leaking threads worn wrist pins loose retaining bolts engine base pounding and pre ignition from carbon buildup with practical remedies like tightening bolts cleaning deposits and replacing worn parts.
A forged steel main bar over the thrent spring is held by two clips, enabling quick repair and secure placement. The device weighs three to four pounds, fits any spring, and should be in every toolkit for road service. Also notes a method to improve carburetion by introducing water vapor into the intake to boost power and efficiency.
A new adjustable automobile top extends over the whole car or folds behind the rear, attached at one rear point per side. Two main bows and an intermediate steel frame support the fabric with a flexible cable and pulleys to prevent sagging. The forward end attaches to the windshield and can be loosened to push the top back easily.
Dry cells power ignition in over half of operating automobiles. Cars lacking dynamo charging and lighting systems use these batteries for starting ignition. The article outlines the proper wiring arrangement to maximize life.
The article discusses battery arrangements for engines, detailing single and multi cylinder setups. It explains magneto use after starting and describes compound series multiple connections for greater current, with groups of cells connected in series, usually five groups per battery.
The text explains that increasing series connections to about three times the life of a single cell at reduced discharge improves durability. Three series tied groups yield roughly 1x life per current. It notes a dead cell won’t weaken the flow enough to affect engine operation. Recommended configurations include five groups of three cells for ordinary service and five groups of five cells for heavy constant service.
The article stresses two keys to good vulcanizing cleanliness and high grade rubber. It warns that grease must be removed and details a cleansing agent gaggeline. It notes that proper surface care doubles tire life and features William A Radford offering free building advice.
Watch for tire trouble on wheel. If a tire bursts, check alignment and gate fit. A misaligned wheel can cause punctures or bursts. ensure the tire is seating properly and the cover heads are gripped to prevent repeated blowouts.
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