| OCR Text |
Show yiws! xVT, ' VX' s X' ? ' " ly.w.yr w v K'i''. "' ? ", PJ' :iif ' s ' . ?. V ' ' " ' Page PRICE. UTAH 1 Z' '' ' 4 ,s.$ Thursday, May 22, 1969 Your car can be a magic carpet William Lyon Phelps, the celebrated educator and author, once remarked, What I wouldnt give to read Huckleberry Finn for It was the first time again. of yearning for the Phelps way thrill of discovery, in this case one of Americas greatest novels. The typical motorist could well remarks, Phelps paraphrase What I wouldnt give to be driving for the first time. The thrill most of us felt the first time behind the wheel is hard to capture ever again. Perhaps too much driving has jaded our appreciation of the miracle, that is the automobile. Maybe too much time in traffic jams, too many vistas of monotonous stretches of freeways have robbed us of our enthusiasm. through-the-wind-shi- Just a Few Hours from Home However, there is a way to bring back the joys of driving. Some time this year, get out of the traffic jams and off the superhighway. Take your family on some lightly traveled road. Even in the most populous areas of this nation, there still remain unspoiled stretches of green field, blue sky and water just a few hours from home. Travel through these areas with a light foot on the gas pedal, stepping often to enjoy the view and savor the fresh air. Make your car, not a conveyance to get you from here to there, but a kind of magic carpet to lift you above the humdrum and the state of tension. There is also a way to bring the maximum enjoyment of mo- - Drugs and driving Dont mix, Warns association feet away. Sideswipe Drugs and driving dont mix, seem says the National Association of accidents are common and more serious collisions can occur. Retail, Druggists. 100 So important is respect for drugs in insuring highway safety that N.A.R.D. is providing fact sheets for driver education teachers in and out of high school, according to executive secretary Willard B. Simmons, who represents 40,000 independent drugstore owners. , , Druggists are teaching the public the power of drugs. Drugs save .lives, Simmons points out. He adds facts of interest to all drivers. When doctors prescribe some valuable medications they insist that no driving be done for a specified number, of hours, he says. Heed their advice and the advice of, the druggist who re' minds' you of that fact, In addition to urging respect g for the drugs of daily life, members of N.A.R.D. are lending their professional efforts to schools to forward the work of drug education. The dangers of drug abuse are being brought to students attention at the' request of the Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs of the Depart. ment of Justice. LSD PRESENTS DOUBLE DANGER. Not only does taking it cause an immediate disoriented high and bizarre hallucinations, but the same effects can occur with no warning six months or a year later. The afterflash effect can jeopardize not only the driver but his passengers as well as" other drivers and pedestrians nearby. toring into everyday driving. And that is by maintaining your car in showroom condition. By doing so, your car can feel like a new car no matter how long you drive it. Drive Better After a Wash For examp'e, there are those who swear that their cars seem to drive better after a wash. While this may be a matter of vivid imagination, it is no secret that a car that is running sluggish could feel like a new model after a thorough tune-up. Also maintaining other components like tires, shocks, front-en- d alignment and smooth transmission are indispensable to a smooth, enjoyable ride. rt There is at least one more factor in maximum enjoyment of a car. That is the security o mind in knowing that yours is a safe car. It is not enough to know your car has just passed vehicle inspection. While passing inspection is a good sign that all basic safety components check out, there are other factors to be considered. The day after inspection, hitting a jarring pothole could help put headlights back out of alignment. An unexpected leak of brake fluid could pose a serious hazard. The answer is to stay attuned to the condition of your car. More important, maintain a regular system of car care to forestall possible troubles. This Care for Your Car section is intended to help you recapture the total pleasure that motoring can offer. . Nothing restores the joys of motoring more than getting away from everyday driving chores and traveling through unspoiled countryside. Also adding to the spirit of freedom is having a car that is in top shape. Time to check car for summer driving Sports car roar From sedan may Signal trouble Has your family sedan started to develop a sports car rap"? Instead of taking it to Watkins Glen or Lemans, better check That roar under the chassis undoubtedly means your exhaust system is defective. your exhaust system. deep-throate- d A long winter of commuting back and forth to work, schools and shops often under severe weather conditions has left your automobile out of condition just at a time when youre all set for the pleasure trips of spring and summer. To plan well for warm weather travel you need to know what has happened to your automobile during the stresses of winter, and how to help insure that the trips you plan to take will be safe and figure on the list of all troubles. There also were 581,000 incidences of brake failure. The Emergency Road Service Department of the AAA suggests you consult a good auto mechanic early this season. A checklist has been developed for your use in working with him to discover and correct any problems which may have developed during the colder months. Sixty years of experience in y auto repair, and our observation of the repair needs highest Not only might it earn you a traffic ticket for making too much noise but it could mean a death sentence for you and your family. trouble-free- . A leaky exhaust is a potential Nearly 72 million U. S. motor- of source of lethal carbon monoxide. ists had some problem with their When you hear a noisy exin the American haust, head straight for your service outlet. Better yet, have a mechanic check your exhaust system next time your car is on the hoist. fav-.ori- . '. It can really slow Speeding down for good. Drive Safely. These and other facts are being called to the attention of students and faculties at all schools as well as to concerned parent groups. 4 automobile 1967, Automobile Associations annual persurvey showed. Forty-thre- e cent of them were due to battery, starter and ignition system failures, an 'increase of 20 percent over the previous year. The 14 million flat tires motorists had in 1967 was the second - the driving conditions you expect to encounter. Install a new oil filter cartridge. Check all hydraulic fluid levels. turn signals, backup and brake lights should all be. checked for perfect operation.- That is a fairly thorough examiCOOLING SYSTEM. Have nation! You may have reason the cooling system cleaned and to believe that your car is essen-- , flushed; refill with a good perm- dally in good working order anent-type antifreeze or add a that you do not have the time or rust inhibitor. Have the thermo- the need for the entire check-u- p . , stat, fan belt and water pump routine. checked. - 'AMPHETAMINES stimulants which have respected medical uses but are known as pep pills to drug users or driver-member- s, MARIJUANA, thought by some teens to be harmless, is a major villain when it comes to highway safety. Unlike an ordinary ciga- rette, grass causes sensory distortions. A car 10 feet away may Periodic checks On car brakes; Easy to make y suckers, Brakes, like have a habit of wearing away slowly. So, its a good practice to test your brakes periodically to make sure they can stop your car safely. Every week, test thte hydraulic system by firmly pressing your foot against the pedal. If the ptd-a- l moves gradually towards the floorboard, you are losing vital pressure. Have the problem corrected immediately. Periodically, est stopping ability in a flat, open area where no other cars or obstruction are present. Accelerate to 30 miles per hour, then apply the brakes with your hands off the steering wheel. If the car pulls to one side, you may have brake trouble. In any case, have your serviceman perform a complete inspection of the brake system every six months. all-da- , , car manufacturers ' recommendations:. Drain and flush cooling system, adding rust inhibitor .with ing to your What can the safe driver do to protect against these hazards? refill. ARE STUDENTS BEING URGED to seek medical facts and study recent clinieal research- - so that objective data can be given to all. Poster contests and slogan contests in high schools and other student efforts are being encouraged to turn the cold light of reason on drug abuse. And parents, teachers and all adults are being urged to call for drug education in the schools. - -- driving Like In certain tive service doctor have One notable problem of respects the automoman and the family much in common. similarity is in the interpreting the patients complaints. Often, it- is not easy for a person to describe his bodys ailments, or the ail' ' ments of his car. Z . - In neither case is the patient expected to do his own diagnosing, but in both cases if helps when the doctor or mechanic has some descriptive information with which to begin his symptomatic Wet driving conditions: Slowing down under wet or snowy conditions conserves fuel. Wet pavement can reduce mileage by 1 mile per gallon. analysis. When parked, turn off engine. One minute of idling uses more fuel than restarting uses. Starting and stopping. Avoid jack rabbit starts, sudden stopping and racing on the green light. Windy conditions. Drive slower if youre interested in better fuel economy. Here are some suggestions on care and mechanical conditions of your car for better fuel eco- engine. Be sure tires are inflated properly. Balance and align tires. g Almost 70,000 motor vehicles were involved in fatal highway crashes in 1968. Of these, more than 55,200 were private passen- M.D.s, Need symptons 30 mph. warm-runnin- , Lubricate. Clean or change air,' gas and Car -- doctors, driving higher than cost of nomy. Use good grade of gasoline recommended by the manufacturer of your automobile. Be sure the thermostat isnt stuck in the open position. A g engine is more efficient (uses less fuel) than a Change motor oil top-notc- h Per gallon mph is 25 Q oil filters. Clean and check crankcase ventilation system. Check or change transmission and differential fluid. Check and grease front wheel bearing. These are the preventive measures, taken frequently, which will not only give you peace of mind while traveling this summer, but will also increase the life of your car and help it to give you performance in all seasons ' and under all conditions. How to get More miles drive ; minimum certain day-to-da- Two drivers of the same automobile may get different gas can cause severe hallucinations mileage due to the differences in inon the road. Truck drivers, vaca- driving habits. Other factors conditions clude and driving drivers distance tioners, long may take too many amphetamines to mechanical condition of the automobile. stay awake. Too frequently the driver will then hear voices, It costs almost 50 more to and have drive at 80 ghost vehicles s$e mph than it docs to other aberrations that can cause 60 50 mnh. Cost of a .crash. There are BRAKES, TIRES AND precautions AAA suggests before WHEELS. Have the brake linings travel by auto any inspected and check the brake mobile, however. They also cad seals. Have the tires rotated; re- be presented as a checklist, which 11 million AAA place worn or damaged tires to we call a Trip Check. eliminate blowouts and flat tire lead us to recommend: The points constitute a simple TUNEUP. An engine tuneup worries. Check the wheel alignmake-read- y to assure you of is a wise investment. Have the ment and balance unaligned and a dependable car: ignition, points, spark plugs, bat- unbalanced tires cause excessive Inspect and adjust all fan tery, voltage regulator, generator and uneven wear. belts. ; : . Be sure shock absorbers are in and all wiring checked. Check and align front end. In addition to LUBRICATION. A thorough good condition. Load test battery and clean lubrication job will lessen wear causing discomfort, bad shock terminals. ' . on vital moving parts. Change to absorbers can be dangerous. Inspect and tighten all hoses. the grade of oil recommended for P VISION. Windshield wipers, Inspect all tires. Adjust brakes, check linings. You should consider these additional services,- - and have your mechanic perform them, accord- EVERY PARENT CAN AID for example by checking his childs whereBARBITURATES, and by abouts, knowing the identity of known as goofballs other terms produce slurred group drivers, and making strict speech, impaired motor responses, rules about car use, experts adsensory distortion and more. A vise. person withdrawing from barbiturate abuse may have spasms and convulsions, particularly dangerous behind a car wheel. Barbiturate overuse plus alcohol can cause sudden death. headlights, Carefree Driving. . . A CARE FOR YOUR CAR The road to pleasant motoring starts with a smooth-runnin- g Heres how to travel car. in safety, economy, and comfort. Independent Garage Owners of America offer some advice, for car owners regarding the portrayal and interpretation of their car troubles. Most mechanical problems follow set behaviorial patterns, they say, and often it is easier for the owner to observe and recognize these characteristics than it is for the mechanic.... Some problems, for example, occur only in wet weather; others disappear in dampness. 'An. elusive engine miss may come and go under certain specific conditions and a real tipoff to your mechanic may be the circumstan- ces under which that miss occurs Is it always on a heavy pull? Or when the car is first started in the morning? Or when it gets hot? , The most critical clues to car - troubles are: ROAD SURFACES is the svmptom more noticeable on asphalt or concrete? Washboard? High crowned road or flat? SPEED . . . this has a bearing on most diagnoses. LOAD is the trouble more pronounced with full passenger load? On a long grade? ... ... ger cars. J |
