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The Brussels Post, 1974-11-27, Page 171. Stay in the car until you run out of gasoline (si- phon some into a container before you do.) Beware of carbon monoxide. Make sure the tailpipe is clear of snow. Idle the ear just long enough to take the chill off. * * * 2. When you run out of fuel and candles, GET OUT. Frost build-up can seal the .................. . ' ' SIZE 520/10 550/12 600/12 600/12 520/13 600/13 A78/13 B78/13.(650/13) C78/13 (700/13) B7 8 /14(645/14) C7 8 /14(695/14) D78/14 E78/14(735/14) F78/14. (775/14) G78/14 1825/14) H78/14 (855/14) 560/15 590/15 685/15 08/15 (685/15) F18/15 (775/15) G18 /15(825/15) H78/15(855/15) HIWAY-BIWAY WHITEWALL 4 Ply Nylon (Non. Belted) Compact and 78 Series EA. in PAIRS after discount for cash •13.25t •14.23t •16.58 19,43 17:53t 19.90 19.71t 20.85} '18.76 '19.38 22,70 23.65 24.98 26.50 27.98 21,80 '19.90 22.28 25.17 ' 26.98 28.26 .2.ply ainckval (Whitewall $1.43 More 4rfier0 'BlackWall (Whitewall op to 53.32 Mole' • "Keeping Cool" Part of Coping When Snowbound • 4 •-• * ''''''' eater tostat P in liquid the engine burning in This, plus by conden- cold engine, lubricating e oil. g weather, rication can Orly critical gine is de- quite hot, parts are this heat in 'chool .ernember igh school metal ex- ,t and con- I. a cold of slightly t need the n possible I wear. ror of the he fouling vhich may re poorly, ind corn- [em. .apid wear ind ineffi- ration re- tion that 'e critical or tight pollution, id of en- t of un- ut of the E? wits about one is the best advice for a snowbound motorist. (Photo courtesy of New. York Daily News) axe, nylon tow rope or chain, a container for gasoline and a length of rubber tubing to siphon off gasoline for use as fuel. Hub caps may also be used as containers. Your kit should also contain matches dipped in wax and sealed in a water-tight container, two or three chocolate bars, and candles to help warm the inside of the car should you run out of gasoline. Keep your "survival kit" in a water repellent box or canvas bag. Your actions during the first few hours of being stranded are vitally important. Here are six points that the snowbound motorist should observe for safety's sake, plus one to be observed if it appears he might be, and still another that will help him avoid the problem. -- car and cause suffocation. * * 3. Light a fire by dous- ing wood with the gasoline you've siphoned off. If wood is not available, use the car seats, rugs, spare tire and, if necessary, the tires on the wheels.(Be sure to let the air out of tire before ignit- 41%0 * * * 4. Build a shelter using branches or blankets. If not available, use the , car as a wind break. * * 5. Prepare a water supply by melting snow or ice. Eat- ing ice or snow can , cause dehydration. You can live for days without food but water is essential. * * * 6. STAY PUT. If you wan- der, you might become lost and freeze. Keep active by replenishing your fire, and wait for help to arrive. If you are well off the beaten path, wait until the weather has settled down before you start looking for help. * * * 7. As you are travelling in your car, a good habit is to make a mental note of buildings' that may afford protection and serve as land- marks. * * * 8. Check on weather re- ports and highway condi- tions with local authorities before setting out. * * * Winter driving can be dangerous. Preparation will improve your chances if you become stranded, Being properly equipped and keeping one's Every winter there is invariably a news flash con- cerning a heavy storm that has stranded thousands of motorists along some snow-clobbered road. Most car owners involved in such a nightmare are unprepared for such a harrowing experience. The Canadian oil firm Pacific 66 has prepared a list of "Do's" and "Don'ts" to assure survival in a snow- bound car. YOUR CAR Have your car completely winterized, with special attention to ignition, antifreeze, battery and cables, radiator hoses and cap, fan and power belts, snow tires, including spare tire, and all lubricants. THE SURVIVAL KIT Carry a first aid kit, traction mat, blanket, scraper, sand, and a shovel. In emergencies you may use your hub caps as shovels. Warm clothing should include heavy socks, mitts, a good pair of snow boots, snowmobile suit and heavy duty sleeping bag. It's also a good idea to carry a tool kit, spare fuses, .s•Nt•:$4 •ix• • mom TIRE 0.1 ...'HIWAY-BYWAY' and 'WINTER EXPRESS' Before you invest-investigate. That is sound advice any time. Even more so in these times of shortages and 'Padded" prices. Try to find time to compare, add- together all the features you want most in a winter tire-then check Canadian Tire prices. You'll be glad you did/ Is. HIWAY-BIWAY in 3 Constructions The GIANT Performers that make fun of Winter driving. Glass-Belted 2+2 Nyl- on; 4-Ply Nylon (Non Belted); or 2 + 2 Glass-Belted Polyester with while letters. WINTER EXPRESS: 3 Constructions Value-packed New Winter Express Whitewall in 4-ply non-flat-spotting Poly- ester or 2+2 Polyester-Belted Nylon or "old Faithful" in 4-ply Du. Pont 66 Nylon. 5-Yr. Road-Hazard Insurance phis Pro-Rated Wear-Out Discount Allowance (Check your store for details) num 88,93 111.11 The Rubber Workers' strike closed down two of having Canada's largest rubber plants for several months, continues to cause considerable shortage of Canadian-made tires. We regret the need to give notice that all tires adVertised may not be available at all stores at all times. If your pai-ticular reqUiremnt is not available from your local Store's, stock, leave your order for priority delivery front re- newed production. HIWAY-BYWAY WHITEWALL 2 + 2 Glass. Belted Nylon Compact and 78 Series _ .. HIWAY-BYWAY WIDE 70 SERIES. 2 + 2 Grass•Belied Polyester BOLD WHITE LETTERS (I side) Narrow Whitewall on the other __... _ WINTER EXPRESS BLACKWALL 4-Ply Nylon Non-Belted (Not shown) Compact and 78 Series .. , ...... WINTER _ EXPRESS WHITEWALL 4-Ply Polyester or 2+ 2 Polyester Belted Nylon Compact and 78 Series EA. in PAIRS after discount for cash EA. in PAIRS after discount for cash EACH after discount for cash EA. in PAIRS after discount for cash - -- 20.71 - -____ 21.75 - 24.65 25.93 28.40 30.59 TIRES IN THIS COLUMN LIMITED to YOUR OWN, STORE'S STOCK ON HAND. 27.98 29,92 32,54 34,96 _ _ - --.---- - - 20,38 15,96 16.86 • - 18.29 19,43 19,24 -- - 20.19 ., 21.28 - - 19.35 20.88 22.32 24.13 - ;,21.80 22:75 23,73 25.46 26.98 - - - 23,70 26.41 29,40 31.92 - - - - 10.59 13.49' 35.72 - 17.95 - - 20.88 22.32 23.27 19.93 •-• _ - 24.32 25.60 27,31 4 Ply Polyester Only NO CHARGE FOR' TIRE INSTALLATION whets you buy our bill orSehrader Valve at our reLtular i i t:ikrgue price ors um, We must instal( out new Iiot and valve togethdr, "A tire isn't new unless' the Valve is'too," Statie-llalaent tiro and' wheel; 51,00; bytiamie galanee, S1.50, 5% bi4otit for Cash is irt lieu of Bonus• Coupons 6 Ennnoinn TIRE Fred Tilley Ltd.,. Seaforth Pi-IONF 52 1.4150 Use you Canadian Tire CREDIT CARD THE BRUSIELS POST, NOVEMBER -27 1974 - crinnoinn TIRE T._