The Mail-Journal, Volume 9, Number 39, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 October 1972 — Page 20

Battery at Fault in Only 10 Percent of 'No-Starts'

Blaming the battery for starting failure is like blaming your nose for a cold. Both are usually victims of something else that’s amiss. According to battery maker Globe-Union Inc., the battery is only to blame 10 percent of the time when the engine won’t turn over. If the battery is run down during unsuccessful starting attempts, most likely it lost its pep due to some other cause. According to Richard Burkard, Globe Union’s quality assurance manager, “Either the car will start within the

Touching-up Before Trading-in Should Help Increase Car Value

If you’re thinking of trading in your car, a few dollars and a few ounces of elbow grease can increase its value considerably. Assuming your car is in good mechanical condition, the following cosmetic touches should help bring you top dollar on your trade-in. 1. Clean engine block of excess grime 2. Scrub out the trunk 3. Touch up nicks and wax

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first 15-20 seconds or you have another problem that can run down the battery.” To start quickly In cold weather, the points, spark plugs, coll and fuel system must all be operating at peak efficiency. A well-timed engine is the best assurance against a dead battery. In cases where the battery is the cause of starting failure, the battery may be frozen. Expansion of freezing water may crack the battery plates. To protect against freezing, make certain the battery is always charged fully.

the car 4. Clean floor mats and replace them if badly worn 5. Clean upholstery 6. Clean the headlining and dash board area 7. Clean scruff marks from the door siding 8. Make certain all lights and turn signals are working 9. Polish chrome trim and remove rust from pitted area

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