The Mail-Journal, Volume 12, Number 11, Milford, Kosciusko County, 9 April 1975 — Page 16

When it comes to personal transportation Car thriftiest way to travel

The term “getaway car” brings to mind Grade B gangster movies. The jitter)' driver, invariably portrayed by actors like Ed Brophy or Elisha Cook, Jr., fidgeted waiting for Jack Laßue to finish the heist. While this kind of movie may have gone the way of free dish night and dime popcorn, the getaway car is still with us. Now it is the family automobile that serves as a Cinderella's coach. It gets us away from the worry and humdrum of workaday life and takes us to adventurous places away from home. 85 per cent vacation by car Some 85 per cent of us do our vacation and leisuretime travel strictly by car. Whether the trip is a coast-to-coast wander or a picnic at a nearby campground, the automobile provides the way to get there. Certainly today there arc problems we want to get assay from. Thanks to our nationaPlreasure of getaway cars, most of us can escape from cares for a few days or a few hours. Especially in times when every dollar should be spent wisely, it is true that the automobile is still our most economical way to travel. Higher gasoline prices notwithstanding, there is no cheaper way (save walking) than the car to take the family on a holiday trip. For many'car owners the aim this year will be making the trip as economical as possible. As inconsistent as it may sound, the best way to save money on your forthcoming trip is to spend it now. Invest in some basic car maintenance and the savings may be substantial. With gasoline prices at heights unimaginable only two years ago, an engine that wastes fuel due to lack of tune-up is a luxury no one can afford. Due to high gasoline prices it is accurate to say that the tune-up could pay for itself several times over. Or consider items like shock absorbers, wheel alignment and other components that affect tire life. An expensive set of tires can wear out an estimated 25 per cent before its time due to misalignment, worn shocks or just plain inattention to recommended tire pressure. Simple things save money Something as simple as adhering to scheduled oil and filter changes, lubrication can save money in costly engine or chassis wear. Even if one disregards the safety and riding pleasure a cared for car provides, the economies of the proverbial ounce of prevention-pound of cure formula still exist. So make that “getaway from cares” car trip truly carefree. Don't add expensive bills or potential car troubles to your list of woes. Visit a competent service outlet before you leave and be sure your vehicle is cared for and not another unwelcome care.

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HBjF ' I' ■i ■ OF BSSSRmbI l ! nlew> you arc one of the lucky ones who live within walking distance of a wooded campground, there is no other way to reach a site like this than by car. The special tang «»f a meal rooked outdoors is only one of the pleasures made possible by car ownership. And a well-maintained car can make any summer vacation trip truly carefree and can actually save money through improved gas mileage.

Know how to tell when car’s steering system needs attention? You should!

When the red light or gauge on your dashboard warns of low oil pressure, there’s generally time to do something about it. But when you get warnings of something amiss in your steering system, it could be a sign that potentially dangerous and expensive repair damage has already been done. That’s one reason it pays to have your favorite car

Stinting On Maintenance Is False Economy BETTER CARE FOR YOUR CAR PAYS OFF IN LOWER OPERATING COSTS, HIGHER TRADE-IN ALLOWANCES Air Filter & Cooling System Battery Ig PCV Valve Coolant at proper level Properly filled Check condition of Check condition. and rust free, cap hoses and charged spark plugs, clean or replace if and connections tight points, condenser needed I 7— J Lubrication \ Tires Check engine and tran- I" """ Check proper emission oil. wheel Fan Belt pressure, tread and bearings. Lubricate Check tension general condition chassis and for fraying See Us For The Finest Automotive Parts AC — Filters, Plugs, Bulbs, Fuel Wagner — Brake & Suspension Pumps Parts Arrow — Clutches, Starters, Walker—Exhaust Systems & Jacks Alternators AEC — U Joints Champion & Carter — Water Pumps Anco — Wiper Blades Dayco — Belts & Hoses Champion — Plugs Delco — Shocks, Batteries, Ignition, Chicago Rawhide — Seals Bearings, Alternators, Starters, Doan — Motor Mounts Wire & Cable, Carburetor Kits Kelloggs* — Silicone, Cleaners, Fel Pro — Gaskets Penetrants Goodyear & Goodrich — Tires Weatherhead — Fittings AUER'S AUTO SUPPLY, INC. 201E. Main 457-3939 Syracuse

service man check the front end at every opportunity. And that’s why one should keep components In proper alignment, state of lubrication and adjustment. To help you recognize the signs your car will give you when steering components are out of whack, below is a list of symptoms that can result from malfunctioning front

end parts. SYMPTOMS — hard steering, car pulling to one side, car wandering, uneven tire wear, front wheel shimmy, loose steering, heavy thumping on rough roads. POSSIBLE CAUSES — worn or binding ball joints, front end out of alignment, loose front wheel bearings, loose or dry steering linkage.