Tire price hikes loom as rubber and costs rise
Washington dealers report looming tire price increases of about 20 percent driven by higher raw rubber costs and rising fabric, cotton, labor, rent, and shipping prices. Major manufacturers urge dealers to stock up now, with some firms restricting future orders to hold prices. Market observers expect the rise to spread quickly and affect thousands of motorists in the district.
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Heating Motor Cars Adds Comfort to Winter Travel
The article notes widespread adoption of car heaters as regular equipment in both old and new vehicles. Devices divert engine heat to warm the car interior, via floor ducts and a heated foot grate or electric wheel heaters. Modern installations promise practical, affordable warmth, with options for portable or built-in systems tailored to winter use.
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Electric corn remover claim offers instant relief
An advertisement touts Freezone as a painless corn remedy. It promises quick relief by applying a few drops to tender corn, shrinking and lifting the corn with root and all, without inflaming surrounding skin.
How to Buy a Used Car Safely and Maintains Tips
A period style automotive column advises buyers to use an honest expert and demand a thorough road test before purchase. It outlines checks on compression, steering, wheel bearings, brakes, tires, engine knock, clutch, and fuel mixture along with questions on air connections and spark devices.
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Jean
Overhauling the Car A Costly Unneeded Practice
An examination argues against a full general overhauling for cars, noting many failures are minor and can be fixed individually. It warns that complete disassembly wastes money and can worsen performance, urging timely repairs rather than annual pull‑downs. For new cars under 2,000 miles, overselling overhauls are common. decarbonizing or addressing specific defects is advised.
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Garret
Tella
Proper Lubrication and Neglected Minor Parts
The article warns that while engine oil protects against major failures, many minor parts also require lubrication. Neglect leads to wear, lost motion, and rattling, gradually reducing control and reliability, turning a smooth car into a rattletrap. It lists neglected components, starting with the front.
Automobile steering and engine bearings list of lubricated parts
A detailed list of mechanical components requiring lubrication includes wheel bearings steering spindles drag links steering gear ends throttle and spark controls through the steering column and linkages bearings for rear axle breaks and related moving parts spring shackles torque rods hand throttle spark control magneto generator lighting fan water pump clutch and gear control linkages throw out yoke and bearing and auxiliary shafts with couplings.
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