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Studies but it is he himself that comes up with the cre- ative solutions to tricky

de traffic problems.

: Keeping in mind that Len is limited by budget

S constraints and probably the whims of pressure groups,

f MLAs and other politician

A types, his ability to “opti-

| mize traffic flow” is no small task.

4 Case in point would be the new traffic signal set up at (9th Street and Grand Boulevard.

7... The seemingly simple

4 addition of a flashing green left turn arrow at this inter- section has already alleviat- ed most of the congestion caused by vehicles access- ing Sutherland Secondary

While this means a diminutive delay for those

traveling north on Grand Boulevard (the light remains red a little longer while the protected left turn arrow flashes), the greater good is served us impatient drivers are no longer aggressively passing halted left-turners (left-turnees’?) which used to be the case.

Such a manocuvre was thoroughly dangerous because these testy drivers were traveling straight through in a right-turn-only lane.

Our man Len has allevi- ated this problem.

But wait, there’s more.

As time and money per- mits, Len will be widening the southbound portion of Grand Boulevard, north of 19th Street, to three lanes. Currently there are only two.

To further optimize traf- fic flow in this area a left

® Replace spark plugs wires

© Adjust timing and air/iuel mixture © Check tailpipe emissions © Inatali fuel system cleaner

turn pocket will be added, the current through Jane will become a struight- through-only and the right- only lane will remain as is.

While this whole proce- dure seems of little conse- quence to the North Shore misses, keep in mind that these little tweaks to the congested intersections are occurring all the time.

The new truck route along the low road, for example, is going to have a huge impact for anyone using Marine Drive.

Third Street will actually feel like a residential neigh- borhood again — which is what it has always been — instead of a truck route.

And a new traffic signal will soon be erected at 18th Street and Lonsdale Avenue to aid the users of that big new bank on the corner.

Len sees, Len fixes.

TUNE-UP SPECIAL

© Check ignition system, cap cad rotas » Check distributor cap, rotor, spark plug

© Check all (uid levels : © Check brakes, front pds, discs, rear shoes, linings, of pads & drums,

* Check tension and condition of V-belts © Check tires and adjust ait pressure as necessary © Engine performance emissions

electronically analyzed © Adjust engine idle and fuel mixture © Check radistor coolant strength -

Guess f just sang a song for a previously unsung hero in our midst.

Keep up the good work, Len and company, and thanks for all the info.

Road Conditions 525-4997

BC Feries ° schedule 277-0277 * goneval inquiries 689-1211

B.C, Transit 521-0400

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CLARIFICATION

LAST week's test drive vehi- cle, the BMW 328i, comes with an inline-six cyclinder engine, not a V6 powerplant.

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SERVICE CHECK.

An annual Cooling Systom Tune-Up Suggestion List should include (vet ome exceptions}:

1. A visual check af tha cooting systom for 10. Internal and exter agpecion ott inccations of leaks or excessive of hoses for cracks end detatiration.«- ' content, 11. Refill sysietn with correct coolant and .

2. Pressure check the cooling sytem for. check for air locks. ‘ internal and extemal leaks with’ filler cap and nack edapter and tester,

3.Check crankcase and euinmatic transmission oil for water content,

4. Test coolant tharmostai with radiator thannemetar,

5. Check temperature gauge for accuracy.

6, Orain system and flush til clean.

7, Clean foreign matter from radiator fins,

§. Test radiator pressure se vith cap

© Teat battery load, electrolyte level and “gables © Check interior & exterior lights, wiper blades

COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIAL

‘¢.Drain old coolant, : Ask about our special flush system, fill with ° Autobahn Phosphiate- free coolant

© Visually inspect radiator an heater haves |

© Check cooling fan ‘operation ©

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GOLF EXHAUST SYSTEM SPECIAL

“We will replace rear muffler plus necessary hangers - and clarnps. If additional parts or

service/price for Vanagon and ‘

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

© Check operation of © Provide free system estimate if

® Visually inspect for additional work is leaks

® Inspect hoses and belts

* Recharge as needed

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