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Why Is It So Hard to Start the Car in Winter?
#1 - Gasoline, like any other liquid, evaporates less when it is cold. You
have seen this -- if you pour water onto a hot sidewalk it will evaporate a lot
faster than it will from a cooler place like a shady sidewalk. When it gets
really cold, gasoline evaporates slowly so it is harder to burn it (the gasoline
must be vaporized to burn).
#2 - Oil gets a lot thicker in cold weather. You prob-
ably know that cold pancake syrup or honey from the
refrigerator is a lot thicker than hot syrup or honey.
Oil does the same thing. So when you try to start a
cold engine, the engine has to push around the cold,
gooey oil and that makes it harder for the engine to
spin.
#3 - Batteries have problems in cold weather, too. A battery is a can full of
chemicals that produce electrons. The chemical reactions inside of batteries
take place more slowly when the battery is cold, so the battery produces
fewer electrons. The starter motor therefore has less energy to work with
when it tries to start the engine, and this causes the engine to crank slowly. Article compiled from How Stuff Works
Keeping Your Mind in Tip-Top Shape…Not Just Your Car!
January 2012
January Events
Jan 1: New Year’s Day
Jan 13: Dress Up Your Pet Day
Jan 16: Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Day
Jan 18: Winnie the Pooh Day
Have a Question About Your Car? Just give us a call! We always enjoy hearing from our valued customers.
Whether you have a question about vehicle maintenance, a repair question, or just want to call to say Hello, we’d love to hear from you.
Feel free to give us a call at (941) 485-4061
The Funny Bone
An apparent drunken cowboy lay
sprawled across three seats in a
posh Amarillo Theater.
When the usher came by and
noticed him, he whispered to the
cowboy, “Sorry, sir, but you’re
only allowed one seat.” The
cowboy just groaned but didn’t
even budge.
The usher became more impatient
and insistent: “Sir, if you don’t
get up from there I’m going to
have to get the police.” Once
again, the cowboy just groaned.
A Texas Ranger arrived, surveyed
the situation briefly, then asked,
“Alright buddy, what’s your
name?”
“Sam,” the cowboy moaned.
“Where y’all from, Sam?” asked
the Ranger.
With terrible pain in his voice, a
grim expression and without
moving a muscle, Sam said,
“The balcony.”
Winnie the Pooh,
Beloved Children’s Book and Ancient Wisdom?
People have said the precious, cuddly, loveable
Winnie the Pooh is actually a model of simplicity and
perfection that we can all aspire to! Piglet said it best,
“Pooh hasn’t much brain, but he never comes to any
harm. He does silly things and they turn out right.”
He’s a reminder that when we discard arrogance,
complexity and a few other things that get in the way,
we can discover a simple, childlike and mysterious
secret: Life is Fun!
We’re Turning Friday the 13th
into your LUCKY DAY!
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This free issue of Braking News
is being sent to you from your
friends at 1STOP TRUCK &
CAR REPAIR. Thank you for
being a valued customer!
Saturday Hours
8am – 12pm
Cough … Cold – Usually, Allergy – Sometimes
General Aches and Pains … Cold – Sometimes, Allergy – Never
Fatigue … Cold – Sometimes, Allergy – Sometimes
Itchy Eyes … Cold – Rarely, Allergy – Usually
Sneezing … Cold – Usually, Allergy – Usually
Sore Throat … Cold – Usually, Allergy – Sometimes
Runny Nose … Cold – Usually, Allergy – Usually
Stuffy Nose … Cold – Usually, Allergy – Usually
Fever … Cold – Rarely, Allergy – Never
Want to Win??? Make sure to call in with the answer
to the trivia question on page 3! (Hint: the answer’s in this month’s newsletter!)
The Ultra-Shake
To help take off those holiday pounds:
2 scoops of rice protein powder
1 Tbsp organic combination flax and borage oil
2 Tbsp ground flaxseeds
Ice (if desired)
6-8 oz filtered water to desired consistency
½ cup of frozen or fresh non-citrus organic fruit such as cherries,
blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, peaches, pears, or frozen bananas
Optional: add 1 tbsp of nut butter (almond, macadamia, pecan) or ¼ cup
of nuts soaked overnight such as almonds, walnuts, pecans or any
combination
Add the wet ingredients to a blender first, then add the dry ingredients and
blend it up! Tell yourself it tastes like pancakes and bacon.
Thanks for the Kind Words
During a routine oil change and tire
rotation the service manager
showed me that the seven year old
battery was dangerously close to
the end of it life and recommended
I have a new one installed. A new
one was installed on the spot. Now
I have peace of mind and won't
worry about that type of over-the-
road failure for the immediate
future. I was pleased to learn that
the tire rotation was complimentary
because I had purchased the tires
from 1 Stop. Have been a customer
for five + years.
- Harry Brant
You Are The BEST! Thank you to all of our amazing
clients that have referred us business
time after time. Our business
depends on the positive comments
and referrals from people just like
you. Every month we take a moment
to thank the client that has sent us the
greatest number of referrals over the
past month!
Penney Washburn
Larry Baranick
Pooh Puzzler
Client of the Month Each month, we are thrilled to select
one special client who has touched
our hearts and brought a smile to all
of us. Thank you to this month’s
Client of the Month! Thank you for
your support of our business and we
look forward to seeing you soon!
This month’s
Client of the Month is
Jenny Reyka
ACRE WOOD
BIRTHDAY
CHRISTOPHER
EEYORE
GOPHER
HEFFALUMP
HONEY
HUNNY
I WONDER
KANGA
MILNE
PIGLET
RABBIT
ROBIN
TIGGER
TOP
BEAR
OWL
POOH
ROO
Symptom Checker: Is It a Cold or an Allergy?
Do You Want
To Win Our
GRAND PRIZE?
Take the trivia challenge and
you just might win!
Every month, look for the new trivia question. If
you are one of the first 15 people to call us with
the right answer you will be eligible to win the
prize. Your name will be entered into the
monthly drawing. The winner will receive this
month’s GRAND PRIZE:
$25 Gift Card for
Bonefish Grill!
Congratulations to last month’s winner of a $25
Gift Card for Bonefish Grill:
Courtney Curless
Here is this month’s trivia question:
Which one of these is NEVER a symptom of an
allergy?
A. Itchy eyes
B. Aches and pains
C. Sneezing
D. Runny nose
Call right now with your answer
to (941) 485-4061!
“Dogs laugh, but they laugh with their tails.”
-Max Eastman
The Funny Bone
Dress Up Your Pet Day AND Friday the 13th
!
“Cowboy” doesn’t really seem to describe it!?!?
Where to Get Birthday Freebies Free ice cream! But don't stop there.
AMC Theatres: Members of the AMC Community program get an
email coupon for a free fountain drink, good for up to one month.
Baskin-Robbins: Free 2.5-ounce scoop; good for one week before
and one week after birthday.
Cold Stone Creamery Birthday Club: A buy-one
-get-one-free "Creations" confection for your
birthday; you'll also get a BOGO when you join.
Online registration only.
Dairy Queen Blizzard Fan Club: Join and you'll receive a buy-one-
get-one-free coupon on your birthday; you'll also get a BOGO just
for registering.
Famous Dave's P.I.G. Club: As an adult "Pretty Important Guest"
you receive a buy-one-get-one-free entree (up to $15); upon
registering, you'll get a free sandwich or burger.
Red Robin E-club: Free burger of your choice; some restaurants
also include free small sundae. Good for one week before and one
week after birthday.
Wingstop Email Club: Get a large order of fries when you join.
There will be a great clash of cosmic forces this month! A
traditionally unlucky day will feature some of the most adorable
creatures ever! Friday the 13th
is ALSO Dress Up Your Pet
Day this year. Do you have the most stylish cat or dog on the
block? Well, you’ll have the opportunity to show off your pet’s
fashion sense this month.
With the big day just around the corner, now is the time to
coordinate some fabulous outfits so your pet can celebrate
in style! This is your chance to make Fido fit for the runway.
But, remember your pet’s personality. Your regal Doberman
will not appreciate being dressed in a pink sweater. He is more
likely to appreciate a fashionable camo fleece or a biker hat.
Then again, your Bichon Frise might love the pink
sweater. Now if you own a Persian cat, obviously you'll want to
have her pink velveteen jeweled cat collar ready so she can be
presented as the princess that she is!
Do You Need Help with Your Resolutions?
Here’s an easy one…
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IN THIS ISSUE
Why Is It So Hard To Start the Car in Winter?
The Ancient Wisdom of Winnie the Pooh
Ultra-Shake Recipe – Shed the Pounds Cold or Allergy? The Symptom Checker
Where to Get Birthday Freebies Dress Up Your Pet Day & Friday the 13
th!
Win The Grand Prize January Events
Money Saving Offers & More!
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For 2012, Give Yourself Car Care Peace of Mind…
Expires 1/31/12
For JANUARY Only, Join the Car Care Club for $69.95! For less than the price of the 3 included oil changes,
you get up to $351 in auto repair services!
Expires 1/31/12
Flush Out Old Contaminated Coolant With
A Winter Heating System Flush!
Only $79 (Reg. $99.95)
Yep, the first month of the year has, in fact …. Friday the 13th
And we’ve decided to defy this historically UNLUCKY Holiday and Replace It with THE “LUCKY” FRIDAY THE 13TH SPECIALS! They’re so good, you’ll forget about Friday the 13th!
THE “LUCKY” FRIDAY THE 13TH SPECIALS! Oil Change, Filter and Lube (most cars) ……… Only $13.13
Tire Rotation ……………………… Only $13.13 Heating System Check ……………………… Only $13.13
Brake Inspection …………………………… Only $13.13 Electrical Check ………………………… Only $13.13
Comprehensive Inspection …………………… Only $13.13 Flat Tire Plug Repair ……………………… Only $13.13
Most Wiper Blades (up to 21") ………… Only $13.13 And … you can even COMBINE these LUCKY SPECIALS!
Circle as many as you want and give us a call for an appointment! (not valid with other discounts or offers)
Squelch that fear with these 13 Friday the 13th Weird Facts:
1. Afraid of Friday the 13th? That’s called paraskavedekatriaphobia or just fear of the number 13 in
general is called triskaidekaphobia. (I’m scared of pronouncing those words!)
2. Many hospitals and hotels have no room number 13
3. Many buildings don’t have 13th floor
4. Many airplanes don’t have a 13th row or flight 13 or even flight 1313!
5. Many ships will not start a voyage on the 13th, particularly Friday the 13th.
6. The Greek philosophers also called 13 an “imperfect” number. So we clearly have been dealing with
this from a long, long time ago.
7. The Stress Management Centre and Phobia Institute estimates that more than 17 million people are
affected by the fear of this day, and they refuse to leave their homes or get out of bed.
8. All months that begin on a Sunday have a “Friday the 13th”, so it’s not all that uncommon. In fact,
there’s at least one every calendar year.
9. The traditional hangman's noose has 13 twists of the rope. And there are 13 steps to the gallows.
10. Director Alfred Hitchcock, the “Master of Suspense,” was born on Friday the 13th (August 13, 1899)
and so was Butch Cassidy, the notorious American train and bank robber (Friday, April 13, 1866).
11. President Franklin D. Roosevelt would never travel on the 13th day of any months and would never
host a party with 13 guests.
12. The seals on the back of a dollar bill include 13 steps on the pyramid, 13 stars above the eagle's head,
13 war arrows in the eagle's claw and 13 leaves on the olive branch.
13. The superstitious say that if you have 13 letters in your name, you will have the Devil's luck … ick!
Example: Jack the Ripper, Charles Manson, Jeffrey Dahmer… so how many letters does your name
have? Good luck on that one!
January 13, 2012
401 S. US 41 By-Pass Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-4061
So they go something like this, right? 1. Lose weight
2. Quit smoking 3. Take better care of my car
New Year’s Resolutions…
OK, I’m not sure if that’s the EXACT top 3 resolutions for you BUT … admit it, your car probably does get a little neglected, right?
And during the holidays, who wanted to think about car maintenance?
We get it!! So we want to make it easy for you to get A LOT for A LITTLE … that’s a little money
AND a little hassle. So here’s a whole BUNDLE of stuff we’ll do for you to make sure your car keeps treating YOU right for 2012!
RESOLUTION SPECIAL: Here’s what’s included Premium oil change Rotate the tires
Change the oil filter Check the tire tread depths
Lubricate the steering linkage Set the air pressure in the tires Check all fluids Check the fan drive belts
Check the battery Check the radiator hoses RainX Windshield Treatment FREE Car Wash Coupon
30 point courtesy inspection
ALL FOR ONLY $39.95 (most cars) (That’s a $69.95 value)
But wait it gets better…..for the first 20 people to respond we will throw in a COMPLETE BRAKE INSPECTION!!
We will inspect the front and rear brakes, hydraulic lines, hoses, master cylinder and brake fluid.
That brings the total value to $89.95
THAT’S RIGHT, A COMPLETE OIL CHANGE, TIRE ROTATION, 30 POINT COURTESY INSPECTION, RAINX WINDSHIELD TREATMENT, CAR WASH COUPON AND A
COMPLETE BRAKE INSPECTION ALL FOR ONLY $39.95 (you save $50.00 )
Pick up the phone to make your appointment right now!!!
401 S. US 41 By-Pass Venice, FL 34285
(941) 485-4061