THE GROUNDHOG'S shadow notwithstanding. spmng is, in fact, returning. to dnmve away winter's woes! This means that motomists will also be driving as ice and snow melt into memory. While the house and yard are repatred from winter's fury. we often forget the treachery autos have seen the last few months. Ex- treme cold. penods of thaw and freeze. corrosive salts. debris and potholes rank high on the list of obstacles that automobiles endure cach winter Parts that are exposed continually to owinters assault especially under the car parts tke exhaust systems including mufflers Shock absorbers and brakes get the worstofiland should be checked over All vear the underside of a call IN attacked by flying stones gravel and highway A SPORTIER kind of recreational vehicle than most, this classic car got envious looks at the Recreational Vehicle Show last week at the PNE. (Eric Eggertson photo) debns, but more seems to happen to cause damage in winter to the muffler and other exhaust system components. Inside the exhaust system, gases are blowtorch-hot while the extemor is splashed with snow, ice or cold rainwater. This produces an alternating temperature pattern that also wears away at the exhaust system. An exhausted exhaust system will generally tell you us needs replacement loud and clear, noting that spring traditionally brings a rush of muffler business to muffler dealers in North Amenca However, no note is) not necessanly good news A worn exhaust system can sull channel dangerous emissions the wrong way letting carbon monoxide back into the car A spmng check up of the system us a wise safely procedure FOR ONLY $39.00... B11 - Sunday, March 21, 1982 - North Shore News RITCHIE SERVICE CENTRE FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY The Ford, Lincoin I and Mercury Specialists Spring Service Now! check this out: Change oil and filter, lube chassis Check ail levels and fluids, safety mspection of wipers, belts and hoses, check exhaust system, pressure test cooling system and check antifreeze level. Te GRE eee an verramarrenra Beary Fain Dad te SP MIRO AE Mount and baiance Summer tires Check tire pressures and tire wear, inspect valves. \ Check Front & Rear Brakes “NX a F i ONE-DAY, | ONE-STOP, || RADIATOR Full ignition tune-up Includes scope test, :gnition, instal! ptugs, etc , service emission system, test charging system, change fuel filter and PCV vate, ooints and condenser, if required air filter extra. Front End Alignment Check front end suspension, adjust steering box, center steering wheel, road test XN ON Wash and vacuum Steam clean engine if required. lube ail door hinges and locks, all done by qualified tramed mechanics laciudes ail pasta and tabour (and fhsicts) v > All Makes aneMUVEO auto RERaIR SERVICES Most radiator heater and gas tank repairs Can be Gone in One day We People cant afford to be without ther car for days on end so at Nor Know that t st we aim to get your car bac kh on the froad as OES as We: TUNE check COMpPression replace plugs ifnecessary check ignition and replace defective parts. Scope Check Set up to specs and give a 6 Month written Wynn Ss Warranty OUR LICENCED MECHANICS Your Cal possible th 30 years Of Operation Nor tEst Rachators has reputation as the best cun auto varned a TOM WILSON MANAGER and wdustiial radiator shoyu WC copies the Lower Mannland Wo youre i had Othtssa teatro looking too tast rohable , Soon enigge: A Chosvrenes tic Tyee cee, ‘ | | service rive into Nur tost John Lockwood undercoating A lame cepenn ; 1! | ! : . nteserr dean ° ) 1 Will aloo check and report on Mor bre Het 9 984-0374 .* Gye . tloacd lerweels, tines, Oprens Owatot days AO) 4 40 NOR EST RADIATORS || ““"oecee 1525 Welch Street, N.V. OFF PEMBERTON arr HST ORR PE MEE RETOON 8 bE COC RS SOUTH COR MARINE RADIATORS*HEATERS*GAS TANK S* AIR CON THONING coaetocerertoot c cori bitic rns sbi ke, Coeedte. Nobicatve toatterry, bor aherss Ptith BRAND MOTUHS S519 CLYDE AVE WEST VANCOUVER 922 $23) FOR APPOINT ME Ne bore — wae toabiacit «coolant el titers, tree courtesy cars svatistite cH