The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-11-07

and leader in style.
 1 lines of the new models, while ma terially improving riding qualities and stability. Contributing greatly to the striking appearance of the car is the adoption of "cat-walk cooling" With this construction the grilles are set in rakish contour in the cat-walk section of the front end, bringing them lower and re- sulting in better streamlining. At the same time, this construction brings air to the radiator at greater pressure, thus promoting increased cooling efficiency and permits nar- rover hood for better driving vision. New Shifter Lever Bucks "handi-shift" remote con- trol gear shift will be found on all models. The shifter lever with this type control is placed under the steering wheel, thus clearing the front compartment. Other devices | for the drivers comfort and con- venience as well as safety will be 1 found in the controls and through out the car. There is new direc- ton signal, for example, which flashes a warning and indicates the direction of turn, safety ignition switch, fatigue-free accelerator, legi- ble instruments, better vision and numerous accessory refinements.
 On the Series 40 and 60 cars, due to the new design, the floor is al- most two inches lower and yet there is no objectionable tunnel or other obstruction in the floor surface. All body joints are welded and, as re- suit, the entire structure is convert ed into what is essentially single unit.
 Throughout the cars there are many innovations to be found, some of which are introduced for the first time on any American stock car model. On the Series 40 and 60 cars stream boards" may be had in place of running boards as op- tional equipment. Another new fea- ture is the sunshine turret top" which is available on all sedans of both the Series 40 and Series 60 models.
 This new sliding top provides sun and sightseeing advantages for clos ed cars which have hitherto only been possible in an open car. The roof panel slides back providing this vision upward. It is drip proof and rain proof.
 Bucks new direction signal is bui1t-in device which is distinct contribution to safety. The indica- tor lamp is mounted in the center of the luggage compartment door at the rear and combines an attractive identifying name plate with the use- fulness of a safety feature. When the driver wishes to indicate turn, he Hips a convenient switch mount ed on the "handi-shift" lever on the steering column, without remov- ing his hand from the steering wheel. This Eliminates a modified arrow jn either end of the lamp, depending on whether he intends to turn to the right or to the left. Moreover, the light in the flashing type to compel the attention of drivers in the rear. A small green pilot light close to the fip-switch flashes in unison with the signal, in- dicating when the turn signal is in operation.
 Engine Improved
 Throughout the power plant, chassis and driving units there are a number of engineering improve ments. The Dynaf1ash engines, valve-in-head straight eight type, have been improved in many details of design. This engine, which per- mits higher compression without de- tonation and consequently greater power and performance, is provided in two sizes. On the Series 40 the motor is a 3 3-32x4 1-8 inch unit, developing 107 horsepower at 3400 rpm. One Series 60, 80 and 90 the motor is 3 7-16 5-16 inches and developes Al horsepower at $500 rpm.
 Improvements in the motor in- clude a new fuel conditioner with new carburetor, choke, air cleaner and. new manifold; new water pump bearings, sealed and fabricated for life: new engine mountings and other detailed changes.
 Bucks outstanding contribution to automotive engineering, the tor que-free coil rear Springihg, is re- tained with improvements which pro- vide added stability. Improvements also have been made in the inde- pendent front wheel suspension which also employees coil springs.
 On the Series 40 and 60 cars, changes in the steering gear georn- l etry have resulted in steadier but lighter steering.
 Two optional gear ratios are avail able on the Series 40 and 60 models, providing maximum performance and advantages in economy, respec- lively. These ratios meet the needs of owners in flat or hilly country. 1 In the hilly areas where good all- around performance is required, Iratips of A to on the Series 70 | and S,D to 1 on the Series 60 are Inrovided. For level country, where the demand is for maximum fuel economy and higher top speed. a