Word: mufflered
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Dates: during 1960-1969
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...will take in more than $1 billion. Eleven hundred companies now dispense franchises (v. only 200 in 1945) to enterprises that feed people, fix cars, clean clothes, keep books, and collect bills. Among the franchise names that have become a part of the American landscape and language are Midas Muffler, Chicken Delight, Redi-Spuds, Mugs Up and Little Pigs of America...
...Roar: muffler or exhaust system...
...says Saalfeld. "I got it up to nearly 6,000 ft. once, and it was still climbing. I came back down because the ground looked so far away I got lonesome." Aircraft Mechanic Tom Pearson has improved on a standard Bensen design, added a four-bladed propeller, a muffler and ground brakes-an uncommon feature on home-built helicopters. Explains Pearson: "If you haven't got brakes, you have to spin the prop, then jump in the seat quick to keep the beast from running away...
...recognized the car buff who told her: "About the car, change the oil and filter every 3,000 miles. Grease it every 1,000 miles." The advice about snow tires, having the wheel bearings packed, checking the muffler, was all familiar. The constant concern about John's mother and father reminded Connie of the close-knit family she had married into. "I know Dad and Mom are my best friends in the world along with you and your folks...
...will bring out a Rambler with an engine having an aluminum block for its bestselling model, the 108-in. Rambler. The new block is 50% lighter than a conventional cast-iron block, and by cutting down weight is expected to improve gas mileage. American Motors also has a new muffler, which it says will not have to be replaced, as in most present cars. Coated with ceramic, it should last for 90,000 miles of driving, says American Motors...