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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1978-04-05, Page 23CAR CARE SECTION — 30 Cut down your gas bills Stop for summer service DO YOU WANT CAREFREE SUMMER DRIVING? THEN SEE US NOW FOR IGNITION TUNE-UP —WHEEL BALANCE FRONT END ALIGNMENT — TIRE ROTATION BRAKE RELINING --- LUBRICATION —ETC. We Have Excellent Class "A" Mechanics at Your Disposal They Use Genuine — Spark Plugs - Ignition Parts - Tires — Batteries - Shocks - Front End Parts -- Exhaust Parts - Accessories - Etc. Phone For An Appointment Today ROWCLIFFE MOTORS Seaforth and Area Dodge, Chrysler Dealer SEAFORTH, ONTARIO PHONE 527-1670 and Get Your DUALS On NOW For SPRING FIELDWORK Have That Extra Traction You Need. This Spring And Be On The Land Early. WE HAVE 2 COMPLETE LINES OF DUALS IN STOCK NOW! The main difference between electronic ignition systems and their predecessors is the elimination of the breaker points in favor of a "wheel," which directs voltage to the spark plugs. Here, a service technician tests the distributor on an American Motors engine. This innovation in spark ignition, however, contrary to what many motorists believe, is not maintenance-free. Periodic care and checking of this system remains as important as it was on breaker point systems. Electronic ignition still requires periodic tune-up Electronic ignition sys- tems standard equipment on most late model cars, were designed to help keep emis- sions low. But they still re- quire periodic maintenance, according to Champion Spark Plug Company. Largely due to require- ments stemming from emis- sions control, the car makers began using the electronic ignition systems to provide more voltage to fire a wider- gapped spark plug. The new systems elimi- nate breaker points and con- densers and replace them with magnetic components that trigger the system for secondary voltage. However,- many of the componefits of the electronic system are the same as in conventional igni- tions and maintenance re- quirements are not too dis- similar, Champion says. ' The condition Of, the coil, distributor cap • and rotor must still be checked. Cor- rect timing is critical to prop- er operation. Spark plugs are still subject to fouling -from cpntaminent present in the combustion process such as carbon, calcium, barium, etc. And ignition wiring can still deteriorate or suffer damage, causing misfire. Therefore, an annual ig- nition system service is still recommended by Champion, electronic system or not. For Your Car We Are A Franchised GUARANTEED MUFFLER SHOP Lifetime Guaranteed Mufflers and Shocks FRONT END ALIGNMENT WHEEL BALANCING TIRES FOR ALL CARS FREE INSTALLATION AND BALANCE Belted Polyester Radial $32.50 $30.00 $55.00 FROM. FROM FROM Prices based on G78 X 14 or 15 size. HAUGH TIRE & MUFFLER SUPPL LIMITED New location - HIGHWAY 4 - South Edge of CLINTON 482-3752 or if busy 482-9796 . Call or come in for appointment