FISHING SEASON IS HERE!

We at Harrell & Beverly Transmissions are avid outdoorsmen and love to fish. It doesn't matter if it is fresh water or salt water, as long as we have a fishing pole and some bait, we are happy. (Click here to see one of our recent fishing trips)

We have created a special web site, www.iwantmorefish.com, solely for local fishing enthusiasts. Here you will find all sorts of fishing information:

We are also proud to be partnered with Captain Dave Rogers, a local fishing expert and guide. He knows Central Florida's fishing holes like the back of his hand. Captain Dave hosts The Hawgwild Fishing show every Saturday morning from 6am to 8am. Check out his web site here: www.hawgwildradio.com

We are excited to announce our next Fishing Gear Giveaway drawing, click here to register. The drawing will be made live on Captain Dave's radio show on Saturday May 10, 2008 (You do not have to listen to win).

          
Alvin D. Beverly            Don Beverly
President, Co-Owner       Vice President, Co-Owner

JOIN US AT SANFORD'S ALIVE AFTER FIVE
Thursday April 10, 2008 from 5PM - 9PM - Downtown Sanford

Please join us on Thursday April 10, 2008 for Alive After Five in downtown Sanford. This month's theme is "Sax in the City!" Come by and enjoy live jazz music, art and fun. Our shop will have a booth with displays, free snacks and candy. We would love for you to stop by and say hello and check out all of the other participants!

The Alive After Five event allows visitors to enjoy a taste food, drinks and live entertainers on the second Thursday of every month. A small fee of $5 allows you to sample food and beverages at all of the different spots. The event is from 5-9 PM on 1st Street & Palmetto Avenue, in beautiful downtown Sanford. For more information check out www.sanfordinfo.com or call 407-302-2586.

44TH ANNUAL KIWANIS PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Saturday April 26, 2008 - 8:00AM till Noon - Sanford Civic Center

Plan to stop by the 44th annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast on Saturday April 26, 2008 at the Sanford Civic Center. The event will be from 8:00AM till Noon. Meal donations are $5.00 per person. There will also be a merchandise mart, silent auction, bake sale, fresh produce, door prizes and live entertainment & music. All proceeds will go to Kiwanis charity events. FREE balloons for the kids!

PENNZOIL REWARDS PROGRAM
Not just oil, Pennzoil

Our Pennzoil Rewards Program is still going strong. Stop by today and get signed up! When you buy 3 oil changes using Pennzoil motor oil you will get a check from Pennzoil for up to $35 (made payable to Harrell & Beverly Transmissions) that can be used as payment towards your 4th oil change. We have two engine oil service options to better serve you. This offer ends 07/10/08.

The first is our Basic LOF (lube, oil and filter) for $35:

The second is our Deluxe LOF (lube, oil and filter) for $65:

TRAILER TOWING TIPS
Look like a pro at the boat ramps

SAFETY
Perform a safety inspection before each trip. Make sure that the pin securing the ball mount to the receiver is intact, the hitch coupler is secured, spring bar hinges are tight with the safety clips in place (load equalizer or weight distributing hitches), safety chains are properly attached and the electrical plug is properly installed.

PRACTICE TRAILER BACKING
Backing a trailer into tight places is easier than it looks, but it does take some practice. It's best to practice in a parking lot and in a vehicle that allows you to see the trailer through the rear window. Vans, trucks and campers that have obstructed rear views require more practice and the use of side mirrors. In either case, be patient, and make steering adjustments slowly and a little at a time.

Tip: The easiest way to remember which way the trailer turns when you turn your steering wheel is to place your hand on the BOTTOM of the steering wheel. Now, wherever you want the trailer to go, just move your hand in that direction.

WATCH YOUR TONGUE WEIGHT
How a trailer handles down the road depends upon tongue weight. Too much weight will cause the rear of the trailer to sway and make the tow vehicle difficult to control. The tongue weight should not exceed 200 pounds for trailer up to 2,000 pounds. Tongue weight for trailers over 2,000 pounds should be 10% to 15% of the trailer's loaded weight.

KEEP BEARINGS GREASED
Wheel bearings are the heart of trailers. They need to remain airtight and packed with fresh grease. Poorly greased bearings will overheat and deteriorate, creating serious problems if they fail. They should be inspected and repacked at least once a year, depending upon the...(click here to read the rest of this article).


Our goal at Harrell & Beverly Transmissions is to give our customers the best information possible so they can make the best decisions possible. If you have any questions related to trailer towing, then give us a call at 407-322-8415 to set up an appointment or check us out on the web at www.harrellandbeverly.com