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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1987-10-21, Page 94Page 6 COMPLETE COLLISION REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES SPECIALIZING IN IMPORTS & RESTORATION UNIBODY LASER FRAME STRAIGHTENING SYSTEM •FIBERGLASS REPAIRS •INSURANCE WORK .ALL WORK GUARANTEED *COMPETITIVE RATES FREE FREE ESTIMATES ESTIMATES Our Advice to Youom. TUNE-UP YOUR PAINT JOB FOR WINTER! A few touch-ups now will prevent the need for a complete refinish in the future. Looks better! Car lasts longer! Costs Tess too! Give us a call, we'll be pleased to look after you. OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE At QM, 1.:1t1 1112•11 vgzsmillrnielar 184 EAST ST., GODERICH 524-2113 JENKINS REPAIR SERVICE OFFERS YOU *Major and Min -or Repairs to all makes of cars and trucks *Safety Inspection Station *Towing Service MARK JENKINS.. l censed Class A Mechanic Downsizing the automobile has helped change cars from gas guzzlers into gas sip- pers. The effect of this redesign is that most small cars manufactured in the U.S. and Canada are 40 to 60 percent lighter than they were 10 years ago. Even though the cars are smaller, the way we drive has not changed. These cars are still subjected to: •Prolonged high-speed driving. ®Frequent starts and stops. -Occasional heavy overloading. •Regular use on badly maintained streets and highways. •Cold weather use without engine warm- up. •Exposure to weather extremes and cor- rosive substances. •Inadequate or improper routine maintenance. The end result is that today's smaller 4 - cylinder engines must work a lot harder than, the large V-8 engines that were our standard. This extra strain can cause engine parts to wear out sooner and calls for more preventive maintenance. Higher engine speeds Smaller engines operate at a higher rpm than did the large engines of yesterday's cars. Under similar conditions, today's 4 - cylinder car engine must run approx- imately 25 percent faster than a 1970 V-8 engine. Because of the higher engine speed, the V -belts which drive the engine accessories also operate at higher speeds. According to The Gates Rubber Company, a leading manufacturer of automotive belts and. hoses, higher speeds can decrease the ser- vice life of belts. It's very important that engine V -belts be checked often and pro- ' perly adjusted. Due to smaller engine compartments, engine belts, hoses and components are subjected to high under -hood temperatures. Over the past five years, belts and hoses have been improved to operate in condition as high as 300 degrees F. Yet, higher under -hood temperatures can still contribute to premature hose and belt failure. Hoses may become cracked or brittle due to excessive heat. This is relatively easy to spot when any under -hood maintenance is performed. Detecting wear on the belts which drive the accessories is more difficult. Because of the construction of today's V - belts, it is difficult — even for the trained mechanic — to determine the severity of wear on belts. Therefore, Gates suggests belts should be replaced every four years, whether or not they appear to need it. Replacement should be even sooner for cars which are driven under heavy or ex- treme conditions. Higher coolant temperatures Until the 1960s, common engine coolant temperatures ranged from 160 degrees to 170 degrees F. By contrast, coolant temperatures in today's engines may ex- ceed 235 degrees F in some hot spots. While the cooling systems are designed to handle these higher temperatures, a delicate balance must be maintained. In smaller cars, radiators are smaller, water pumps operate at higher speeds, and hoses and belts run closer to the manifold and other heat sources. Therefore, maintaining an effective cool- ing system is very important. Four -cylinder car engines also tend to vibrate more than large engines. This can lead to earlier loosening of fittings and reduce life of under -hood components. Manufacturing technology has improved to meet the greater wear and heat demands created by smaller cars. However, despite these improved stan- dards, additional emphasis must also be placed on preventive maintenance. Due to the more severe operating condi- tions under the hood, higher temperatures may cause belts and hoses to crack or become brittle. But, with a regular preven- tive maintenance schedule for cooling system check-ups, belt and hose replacements and engine tune-ups, your smaller car can continue to operate effi- ciently and with few problems.., Batteries need your attention The automobile battery need not be a source of anxiety. Knowledge of simple and safe steps for jump-starting the battery is essential for motorists concerned about winter car care. Several precautionary measures should be followed when jump-starting a battery. Position vehicles so that they do not touch each other. Check to see that both batteries are on the same voltage. Turn off both vehicles' engines. Set the parking .brakes on each vehicle. Place automatic transmissions in park, standard transmissions in neutral. Be sure vent caps are tight and level. Place a damp cloth over the vents of both batteries. With safety precautions taken care of, the stalled battery is ready for jump-starting (see corresponding diagram). 1. Connect positive (plus) booster cable to positive post of dead battery. (The positive post is wired to the starter or solenoid.) 2. Connect other end of same cable to same marked post (positive) of booster bat- tery. 3. Connect second booster cable (negative) to other post of booster battery. 4. Make final booster cable connection on engine block of stalled vehicle away from battery. 5. Start the booster vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. 6. Start the disabled vehicle, then remove cables in reverse order of connection. Further safety precautions should be followed when working on or in the vicinity of the automotive. • Whenever you work near a battery, pro- tect your eyes with safety goggles. • Never light a match or smoke when working under the hood of a car. • Be careful that metallic objects such as tools do not fall on battery terminals. This could cause sparks, leading to a battery ex- plosion. • Never lean over the battery during the charging, testing or jump-starting. Steps for jump-starting the automobile battery and tips for ensuring optimum ser- vice, safety concerns and precautions, understanding how the battery operates, battery service and useful terminology are included in "Take Charge - Know Your Battery," a safety guide produced by the Battery Council International (BCI). 2nd ANNIVERSARY SALE FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER WE ARE OFFERING mufflers installed for... thruway 7.95 We thank our customers for their patronage for the past 2 years and look forward to serving you in the future. eaky gas Tank? We now have brand new gas tanks in stock. List price $160.00 (plus installation) Lifetime guarantee for as long as you own your car. We have rads in stock, come in and have your rad checked before winter sets in. WE HONOUR COMPETITIVE MUFFLER GUARANTEES! thruvjay thruway • DAVE'S CAR OIUNG Drummond Y. f ., 131‘ ill -i2 1-4 14 1 ' "WE USE ONLY HOT, ACID FREE, NEW OIL" CARS & LIGHT TRUCKS $20. - $22 - $25. OPEN TIMES, WEATHER PERMITTING, CLOSED SUNDAYS Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday ' Oct. 19th 8 to 8 Oct. 20th 8 to 8 Oct. 21st 8 10 8 Oct. 22th 8 to 8 Oct. 23rd 8 to 8 Oct. 24th 8 to 8 Oct. 26th 81o2 Oct. 27th 81o2 Oct. 28th 8to2 Oct. 29th 8to8 Oct. 30th 8to8 Oct. 31st 8to6 Nov. 2nd 8 to 6 Nov. 3rd 8 to 6 Nov. 4th 8 to 6 Nov. 5th 8 to 6 Nov. 6th 8 to 6 Nov. 7th 8 to 8 Nov. 9th 8 to 8 , Nov. 10th 8 to 8 Nov. 11th After 5:30 Nov. 12th After 5:30 Nov. 13111 .. Closed Nov. 14th After 5:00 Reinember iastwinter?, Don't get caught in the cold this year. Give your car the tune -u it needs. Winterize Your Car Now!!! Cl Battery Cables and Connections ❑Brakes ❑Tune -Ups ❑AII Fluid Levels (Anti -Freeze) ❑ Heater Hoses, etc. Licenced Mechanic on Staff. oks ✓ NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY ✓ FREE COFFEE WHILE YOU WAIT ✓ FREE INSPECTION 191 WALNUT ST., GO D E R I C 11• ©PEN MN- FRI. 8-S1309 SAT. 8-2 !�I 5244200 TIRES IN. 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