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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-04-19, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012. 2011 Chrysler 300C AWD 5.7L Hemi, Fully Equipped Luxury Sedan, Only 22,000 kms $39,995. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, 2nd and 3rd row Stow n' Go, 2nd row captain’s chairs, rear heat and A/C, power second row windows, only 28,000 kms $17,995. All Trades Welcome Low Finance Rates Huge Selection of Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles All Vehicles Certified & Detailed, HST Extra, & Licence Fees Apply 268 Bayfield Rd. Goderich, Ontario N7A 3G6 Call Today 519 524 7195 www.LAKEHURONCHRYSLER.com Another Lake Huron Chrysler No Gimmick AD! Everyday Great Deals and That’s a Promise... 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Hemi Demo, 11,000 km Every available option! $49,995. 2008 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 Hemi “Full Jam Ram”, leather int., sunroof, white with grey leather, 20" wheels, 149,500 km $17,995. 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible LX 374 km. Last remaining 2011. Black with black roof, black int., power roof. $29,995. 2009 Ford F150 XLT, Chrome 20" Wheels, Matching Tonneau Cover, V8, Auto, 63,000 km $17,995. 2011 Ram 1500 4x4 Crew Cab, Laramie, Leather, Nav. Buckets REDUCED $34,995. 2008 Buick Enclave CXL, AWD, Leather, Sunroof, Rear DVD, 7 Pass $25,995. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe V6, 5 Pass, Frt. Wheel Drive Only 43,000 km $20,995. 2010 Camaro 2SS 6.2L V8, 6 Spd., Sunroof, Leather, Charcoal with 2 Blk Strips $31,995. 1998 Honda Prelude S Auto, Sunroof, New Tires, Certified Great Looking Car $5,995 2010 Caliber SXT Only 18,740 km, automatic, air, keyless entry. Only $13,995. Cracks and chips more than a nuisance, can be illegal MS –The scenario is all too com- mon. Drivers are travelling down the road and a pebble gets kicked up and hits into their windshield, causing a small chip to appear. Slowly but surely that chip turns into a spread- ing, snaking crack that only gets worse with each bump and pothole. Having a broken windshield is not only unsightly and a big inconven- ience, it can also be illegal. That’s because the crack reduces the effica- cy of the window safety composi- tion, meaning it may shatter in the event of an impact accident and cause extensive injuries. The crack also may impede a driver’s ability to see the road clearly. It’s important to note that liability car insurance typically doesn’t cover a cracked windshield that occurs in a collision. Instead, drivers hoping to be covered need to have collision insurance on their vehicle. However, not all windshields crack in a car accident. Many are damaged in non- accident-related circumstances, whether this be a tree branch that falls on the car or a rock kicked up from the roadway. It’s important to read an insurance policy thoroughlyto be sure that non-accident-relatedcracks to the windshield will be cov-ered.Even if the damage is covered, it may not be worth the expense of paying the insurance deductible and filing a claim, which may end up raising your rate in the long run. Many small nicks can be repaired easily with a kit purchased from an automotive supply store. Inexpensive and user-friendly, the instructions guide users through the process of sealing the crack and pre- venting it from spreading. If the crack is beyond the scope of a do-it-yourself fix, a windshield repair service that specializes in this type of work might be necessary.These companies use products thatharden quickly and reglaze the wind-shield so that the crack may not evenbe noticeable afterward. Upon inspection, a mechanic or a windshield replacement company may determine that the crack is not something that can be mended. The entire windshield will have to be replaced at this point. In some cases the windshield can be removed and replaced in the same day. While there is no way to prevent a cracked windshield entirely, there are certain ways to reduce the risk. This includes avoiding running over any debris on the road that can be kicked back at the windshield. CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS & GENERAL REPAIRS • Auto, light truck & agricultural maintenance & repairs • Custom bent exhaust systems made with precision & pride • Aluminized & stainless tubing • Bending up to 3" • Expanding up to 4" • Diesel 4" & 5" systems Bob Jamieson ~ Class A Mechanic 519-482-pipe (7473) 41477 Winthrop Rd. Londesboro, ON Cracking under pressure A chip in a car’s windshield can turn into a much larger problem as time progresses. Repair cracks and chips as soon as possible to ensure visibility and safety aren’t impaired. (MS photo)