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SECTION C THE HERALD Wednesday October 1987 Page Condensation is cause of many muffler woes these symptoms he should have the system checked It may be that parts are loose Short run driving will wear down the brake system especially If the driver hits the brake pedal hard and rotors and drums causing the brakes to fall completely Mr Mar tin warned The best method Is to come down on the pedal gradually slowing the air to a stop absorbers may lost the life of the car but can be unpredictable Mufflers brakes and shock ab sorbers are Important elements to your car and need special maintenance Martin owner of the Mldos Muffler Shop on Street noted the most common reason for muffler deterioration is not driving the car often enough Condensation stays in the ex system and causes it to rust Mr Martin said But excessive noise or exhaust smells the ear may not always mean the system needs to be rep lac ed he said If an owner encounters Include tire rotation in car care schedule Let il snow say of from Front tires may wear as fast as wheel drive cars who can enjoy plowing those he rear which is why most through winter with esse The manufacturers emphasize Ihc impor of engine and of periodic tire rotation weight over the driving wheels greatly crossing of tires on front drive venules improves traction For optimum wear says Car Ore However this feature put a Council res should be rotated about proportionate load on the car front every m lires which not only steer and drive the Look for unusual tread wear car but also carry braking burden says the Council plus most of the weight in makes Shocks stabilize the car If an owner finds his ride is bumpier than usual It might be an indication that the shocks are week Shock absorber fluid cannot be replaced Once the shocks start leak they must be replaced Mr Martin said Although motorists may replace brake fluid themselves they should have the system checked regularly Replacing the fluid In a leaking system Is merely a stop gap measure he said Mr Martin also noted that all drivers should warm up their cars before they start to drive A brief worm up In the morning will In crease the life of the car Motorists who drive their cars around town might also consider taking the car out on long runs from time to lime The car which is used on longdistance rides on a regular basis will last much longer Al Mar Unsaid Your muffler will last three times longer he a dded Midas Muffler Shop specialties in muffler shocks and brake maintenance and replacement For more Information call the shops manager Brad at BIGGER BETTER FASTER See Us For Top Quality Auto Services SOoiig Windows Covers Pn Strong Windshields Seal Covers Sunroofs Plata Glass Carpet Glass Van Conversion Third Rear Brake Light Custom Van Interiors We Specialize In Automobile Upholstery IF YOUR WINDSHIELD HAS MET WITH A BREAKING FORCE Offer FREE MOBILE SERVICE SAME DAV SERVICE We Pay 25 On Claim