The Fall/Winter seasonis just around the corner again as we see our children head back to school or college. The days seem to “fly by, don’t they? We all have very busy schedules these days, but in order to keep our lives running relatively smoothly and in an orderly fashion, a lot of us rely heavily on our vehicles. As the holiday season quickly approaches once again, we issue “a word to the wise……don’t wait until the last minute to have your vehicle maintenance tended to.” We have found in our extensive experience that preventive maintenance is “key” in catching problems. As part of our “service,” we give your vehicle a safety inspection and will inform you of the condition your vehicle is in. So, don’t wait….

It’s never too late to think about providing your family with that “peace of mind” assurance that their automobile is in good running condition. Remember to call on us at 769-7791 when it comes time for your vehicles maintenance on all of your family’s vehicles!

Enjoy! Reggie Vickers

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Due to the ever-increasing cost associated with maintaining a business, we have determined that the time has come for us to increase our labor rate to $72.27 Effective March 1, 2004
The Management

CLEAN:

Batteries work best when they are clean. Dirt, battery acid and other stuff will build up on the top and sides of the battery. Battery terminals and cable clamps will develop corrosion over time. At least one source of corrosion is the small amount of outgassing through the battery vents that takes place when the battery is in use.

PROPERLY FILLED:

Many maintenance-free batteries are sealed, but there are still plenty of conventional batteries that need to have the electrolyte level checked during routine maintenance.

ROCK STEADY:

The battery may be filled with lead, but that doesn’t make it unbreakable. The hold-down brackets and rods must hold the battery firmly in place so it doesn’t vibrate excessively or bounce around inside the engine compartment every time the vehicle hits a bump.

STEADY VOLTAGE:

The automobile battery’s main job is to store power that’s used by the starter motor to crank the engine. Once the engine starts, the alternator takes over. It supplies the vehicle’s electrical needs and the battery goes back to waiting for its next starting job. While it’s waiting the battery needs a steady voltage supply – not too much and not too little. The voltage regulator assures that enough voltage is supplied to the battery to keep it as close as possible to a full charge at all times. Too much voltage will overheat and damage the battery shortening its life span. Too little and the battery may not be able to provide enough power to the starter to crank the engine. At rest, a fully charged battery should read 12.6 volts. If it’s anything less than that, charging and starting system analyzers will help us determine whether the fault lies with the battery, alternator, or another part of the system. A GOOD battery can accept and hold a charge, and deliver its rated amperage on demand. A BAD battery won’t accept a charge, or is unable to provide cranking power due to cell damage or deterioration.

Article by: Karl Seyfert, Motor Magazine

I Love America Because ….
She makes sacrifices for her freedom.

Children and adults nationwide take part in Memorial Day. The banner of the flag is flown representing the brave hearts who fought for it. We celebrate our freedom as a nation, as people. The flag represents the respect and pride we have for our nation.

“That is what Memorial Day symbolizes – a time Americans take a clear look at both our past and our future. One day each year, when we acknowledge the debt we owe to those men and women who-because they so cherished peace-chose to live as warriors”

by Debra Y. Parker, Public Affairs Officer

"JUST DO IT "
“People who wait for all conditions to be perfect before acting never act.”
By: John Capozzi, Author

“If you think education is expensive, wait till you see what ignorance costs you.”
By: John Capozzi, Author

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
By: Wayne Gretzky, Hockey Legend.

BRAKE ROTOR MAINTENANCE

It’s true: Today’s vehicles are more reliable than ever before than ever before, a fact that has lulled many motorists into a false sense of security.

Most vehicles on the road today have at least two rotors and many have four. During brake service, the technician verifies that each rotor is not warped and meets the legal minimum thickness specifications.

How do you determine whether the rotors may be used “as is”? A visual inspection is needed to find out whether the rotors are smooth, rough or grooved. Then the rotors need to pass runout and thickness checks.

Every rotor that’s within specs is turned on a lathe, and then sanded on both sides to deliver a smooth, non-directional finish. If the rotors are found to be out of specs or warped, they should be replaced. Sooner or later, all will require maintenance and service.

BRAKE FLUID BASICS

There are three types of brake fluid: DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5. The more commonly used DOT 3 and 4 brake fluids are of the polyglycol variety, while DOT 5 is silicone-based. Today, we are going to describe the first two types. Polyglycol – based fluid is hydroscopic, which means it absorbs moisture from the air. This quality allows any moisture absorption to be dispersed through-out the system, thus eliminating any concentration of water, which could lead to localized corrosion.

This characteristic, however, has its disadvantages. Over time, the level of moisture absorption may reach as much as 7-8%, causing fluid to become contaminated. This condition will drastically reduce the boiling point of the brake fluid, thus lowering the temperature at which it evaporates. Once vapor is formed, pockets of air are created in the hydraulic lines, causing brake pedal travel to increase. This is due to the fact that the air must first be compressed before any fluid starts to move. The minimum boiling point established for DOT3 fluid is 401 degrees while DOT 4 is 446 degrees.