Modern Starting, Lighting and Ignition Systems. By VICTOR W. PAGÉ, M.E. This practical volume has been written with special reference to the requirements of the nontechnical reader desiring easily understood, explanatory matter, relating to all types of automobile ignition, starting and lighting systems. It can be understood by anyone, even without electrical knowledge, because elementary electrical principles are considered before any attempt is made to discuss features of the various systems. These basic principles are clearly stated and illustrated with simple diagrams. All the leading systems of starting, lighting and ignition have been described and illustrated with the co-operation of the experts employed by the manufacturers. Wiring diagrams are shown in both technical and non-technical forms. All symbols are fully explained. It is a comprehensive review of modern starting and ignition system practice, and includes a complete exposition of storage battery construction, care and repair. All types of starting motors, generators, magnetos, and all ignition or lighting systemunits are fully explained. Every person in the automobile business needs this volume. Among some of the subjects treated are: I.-Elementary Electricity; Current Production; Flow; Circuits; Measurements; Definitions; Magnetism; Battery Action; Generator Action. II.-Battery Ignition Systems. III.-Magneto Ignition Systems. IV.-Elementary Exposition of Starting System Principles. V. Typical Starting and Lighting Systems; Practical Application; Wiring Diagrams; Auto-lite, Bijur, Delco, Dyneto-Entz, Gray and Davis, Remy, U. S. L., Westinghouse, Bosch-Rushmore, Genemotor, North-East, etc. VI.-Locating and Repairing Troubles in Starting and Lighting Systems. VII.—Auxiliary. Electric Systems; Gear-shifting by Electricity; Warning Signals; Electric Brake; Entz-Transmission, Wagner-Saxon Circuits, WagnerStudebaker Circuits. 54x72. Cloth. 530 pages, 297 illustrations, 3 folding plates. Price $1.50 Automobile Welding With the Oxy-Acetylene Flame. By M. KEITH DUNHAM. This is the only complete book on the "why" and "how" of Welding with the Oxy-Acetylene Flame, and from its pages one can gain information so that he can weld anything that comes along. No one can afford to be without this concise book, as it first explains the apparatus to be used, and then covers in detail the actual welding of all automobile parts. The welding of aluminum, cast iron, steel, copper, brass and malleable iron is clearly explained, as well as the proper way to burn the carbon out of the combustion head of the motor. Among the contents are: Chapter I.-Apparatus Knowledge. Chapter II.-Shop Equipment and Initial Procedure. Chapter III.-Cast Iron. Chapter IV.-Aluminum. Chapter V.Steel. Chapter VI.-Malleable Iron, Copper, Brass, Bronze. Chapter VII.-Carbon Burning and other Uses of Oxygen and Acetylene. Chapter VIII.-How to Figure Cost of Welding. 167 pages, fully illustrated. Price $1.00 Storage Batteries Simplified. By VICTOR W. PAGE, M.S.A.E. A comprehensive treatise devoted entirely to secondary batteries and their maintenance, How to Run an Automobile. By VICTOR W. Pagé, M.S.A.E. This treatise gives concise instructions for starting and running all makes of gasoline auto- The Automobilist's Pocket Companion and Expense Record. Arranged by t VICTOR W. PAGE, M.S.A.E. This book is not only valuable as a convenient cost record but contains much information of value to motorists. Includes a condensed digest of auto laws of all States, a lubrication schedule, hints for care of storage battery and care of tires, location of road troubles, anti-freezing solutions, horse-power table, driving hints and many useful tables and recipes of interest to all motorists. Not a technical book in any sense of the word, just a collection of practical facts in simple language for the everyday motorist. Price $1.00 Motorcycles, Side Cars and Cyclecars; their Construction, Management and Repair. By VICTOR W. PAGE, M.S.A.E. The only complete work published for the motorcyclist and cyclecarist. Describes fully all $1.50 Chart. Chart. AUTOMOBILE AND MOTORCYCLE CHARTS Location of Gasoline Engine Troubles Made Easy-A Chart Showing Sectional View of Gasoline Engine. Compiled by VICTOR W. PAGÉ, M.S.A.E. It shows clearly all parts of a typical four-cylinder gasoline engine of the four-cycle type. It outlines distinctly all parts liable to give trouble and also details the derangements apt to interfere with smooth engine operation. Valuable to students, motorists, mechanics, repairmen, garagemen, automobile salesmen, chauffeurs, motorboat owners, motor-truck and tractor drivers, aviators, motor-cyclists, and all others who have to do with gasoline power plants. It simplifies location of all engine troubles, and while it will prove invaluable to the novice, it can be used to advantage by the more expert. It should be on the walls of every public and private garage, automobile repair shop, club house or school. It can be carried in the automobile or pocket with ease, and will insure against loss of time when engine trouble manifests itself. This sectional view of engine is a complete review of all motor troubles. It is prepared by a practical motorist for all who motor. More information for the money than ever before offered. No details omitted. Size 25x38 inches. Securely mailed on receipt of 25 cents Location of Carbureton Troubles Made Easy. Compiled by VICTOR This chart shows all parts of a typical pressure feed fuel supply system and gives causes of Chart. Location of Ford Engine Troubles Made Easy. Compiled by VICTOR W. PAGE, M.S.A.E. This shows clear sectional views depicting all portions of the Ford power plant and auxiliary groups. It outlines clearly all parts of the engine, fuel supply system, ignition group and cooling system, that are apt to give trouble, detailing all derangements that are liable to make an engine lose power, start hard or work irregularly. This chart is valuable to students, owners, and drivers, as it simplifies location of all engine faults. Of great advantage as an instructor for the novice, it can be used equally well by the more expert as a work of reference and review. It can be carried in the tool-box or pocket with ease and will save its cost in labor eliminated the first time engine trouble manifests itself. Prepared with special reference to the average man's needs and is a practical review of all motor troubles because it is based on the actual experience of an automobile engineer-mechanic with the mechanism the chart describes. It enables the non-technical owner or operator of a Ford car to locate engine derangements by systematic search, guided by easily recognized symptoms instead of by guesswork. It makes the average owner independent of the roadside repair shop when touring. Must be seen to be appreciated. Size 25x38 inches. Printed on heavy bond paper. Price Chart. Lubrication of the Motor Car Chassis. PAGE, M.S.A.E. 25 cents Compiled by VICTOR W. This chart presents the plan view of a typical six-cylinder chassis of standard design and all Chart. Location of Ignition System Troubles Made Easy. Compiled by In this diagram all parts of a typical double ignition system using battery and magneto current Chart. Location of Cooling and Lubrication System Faults. Compiled by This composite diagram shows a typical automobile power plant using pump circulated Chart. Motorcycle Troubles Made Easy. M.S.A.E. Compiled by VICTOR W. Pagé, A chart showing sectional view of a single-cylinder gasoline engine. This chart simplifies AVIATION Aviation Engines, their Design, Construction, Operation and Repair. By Lieut. VICTOR W. PAGÉ, Aviation Section, S.C.U.S.R. A practical work containing valuable instructions for aviation students, mechanicians, squadron engineering officers and all interested in the construction and upkeep of airplane power plants. The rapidly increasing interest in the study of aviation, and especially of the highly developed internal combustion engines that make mechanical flight possible, has created a demand for a text-book suitable for schools and home study that will clearly and concisely explain the workings of the various aircraft engines of foreign and domestic manufacture. This treatise, written by a recognized authority on all of the practical aspects of internal combustion engine construction, maintenance and repair fills the need as no other book does. The matter is logically arranged; all descriptive matter is simply expressed and copiously illustrated so that anyone can understand airplane engine operation and repair even if without previous mechanical training. This work is invaluable for anyone desiring to become an aviator or aviation mechanician. The latest rotary types, such as the Gnome, Monosoupape, and Le Rhone, are fully explained, as well as the recently developed Vee and radial types. The subjects of carburetion, ignition, cooling and lubrication also are covered in a thorough manner. The chapters on repair and maintenance are distinctive and found in no other book on this subject. Invaluable to the student, mechanic and soldier wishing to enter the aviation service. Not a technical book, but a practical, easily understood work of reference for all interested in aeronautical science. 576 octavo pages. 253 specially made engravings. Price $3.00 net GLOSSARY OF AVIATION TERMS Termes D'Aviation, English-French, French-English. Compiled by Lieuts. A complete, well illustrated volume intended to facilitate conversation between English- overseas. This book should be in every Aviator's and Mechanic's Kit for ready reference. Aviation Chart. Location of Airplane Power Plant Troubles Made Easy. By Lieut. VICTOR W. PAGE, A.S., S.C.U.S.R. A large chart outlining all parts of a typical airplane power plant, showing the points where trouble is apt to occur and suggesting remedies for the common defects. Intended especially for Aviators and Aviation Mechanics on School and Field Duty. Price . 50 cents BRAZING AND SOLDERING Brazing and Soldering. By JAMES F. HOBART. The only book that shows you just how to handle any job of brazing or soldering that comes Aviation Chart. CHARTS Location of Airplane Power Plant Troubles Made Easy. By Lieut. VICTOR W. PAGÉ, A.S., S.C.U.S.R. A large chart outlining all parts of a typical airplane power plant, showing the points where Lubrication of the Motor Car Chassis. This chart presents the plan view of a typical six-cylinder chassis of standard design and Gasoline Engine Troubles Made Easy-A Chart Showing Sectional View of Gasoline Engine. Compiled by Lieut. VICTOR W. PAGÉ, A.S., S.C.U.S.R. It shows clearly all parts of a typical four-cylinder gasoline engine of the four-cycle type. It outlines distinctly all parts liable to give trouble and also details the derangements apt to interfere with smooth engine operation. Valuable to students, motorists, mechanics, repairmen, garagemen, automobile salesmen, chauffeurs, motor-boat owners, motor-truck and tractor drivers, aviators, motor-cyclists, and all others who have to do with gasoline power plants. It simplifies location of all engine troubles, and while it will prove invaluable to the novice, it can be used to advantage by the more expert. It should be on the walls of every public and private garage, automobile repair shop, club house or school. It can be carried in the automobile or pocket with ease and will insure against loss of time when engine trouble manifests itself. This sectional view of engine is a complete review of all motor troubles. It is prepared by a practical motorist for all who motor. No details omitted. Size 25x38 inches. Price 25 cents Location of Carburetion Troubles Made Easy. This chart shows all parts of a typical pressure feed fuel supply system and gives causes of 25 cents Location of Ignition System Troubles Made Easy. In this chart all parts of a typical double ignition system using battery and magneto current are shown and suggestions are given for readily finding ignition troubles and eliminating them when found. Size 24x38 inches. Price 25 cents Location of Cooling and Lubrication System Faults. This composite chart shows a typical automobile power plant using pump circulated water- Motorcycle Troubles Made Easy-A Chart Showing Sectional View of SingleCylinder Gasoline Engine. Compiled by VICTOE. W. PAGÉ, M.S.A.E. This chart simplifies location of all power-plant troubles, and will prove invaluable to all who have to do with the operation, repair or sale of motorcycles. No details omitted. Size 25x38 inches. Price 25 cents Location of Ford Engine Troubles Made Easy. Compiled by VICTOR W. This shows clear sectional views depicting all portions of the Ford power plant and auxiliary |