Monday, October 26, 2015

Used Cars & Auto Service in Clarksburg, MD!

Good afternoon everyone!

Don't forget that here at Burdette Brothers, we not only offer used cars for sale, but we also have a full-service auto service department for all of your auto service needs! Our friendly and courteous auto service team members are dedicated to help you keep your car in tip-top shape. Our auto service team ensures that all service representatives and technicians receive the proper guidance and training to keep up to date on the latest auto maintenance techniques.

Please call our auto service department for additional information or to schedule an appointment to get your car serviced: (301) 831-8855 or visit us at: www.burdettebrothers.com 


Monday, October 19, 2015

Trailer of the week: 2016 Reiser Equipment Trailer

This week we are featuring a brand new, 2016 Reiser Equipment Trailer. This bumper pull trailer is 6′ long x 82″ wide. It has radial tires, 6′ ramps with spring asst.  Also comes with a full flat bed with no dovetail. Priced at $3,900 this trailer won't last long! Be sure to stop by our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland right off of Route-270 and come check out our large inventory of new and used trailers for sale! You can also set up an appointment by visiting our website, www.burdettebrothers.com.





Monday, October 12, 2015

Preparing your trailer before winter: Top Five Things to Do

Good morning!

For all of our horse trailer customers, who like to hibernate during the winter, or don't travel down south, here is a great article from myhorse.com on five tips to prepare your horse trailer before winter hits!
Remember, if you need any trailer maintenance or tune-ups, come see us! For more information on the trailer services we offer visit, www.burdettebrothers.com

The Top 5 Things To Do To Your Horse Trailer Before Winter
By Tiffany Mead for myhorse.com
Doing some fall maintenance on your horse trailer can be one of the most cost-effective things a horse owner can do. “Many people have the misconception that with aluminum horse trailers there is no maintenance,” says Laurie Cerny, publisher of Horse Cent$ Magazine and good-horsekeeping.com. “This couldn’t be farther from the truth.”

1. Clean out your trailer: This means stripping out all of the bedding from the horse stalls and pulling up the mats and washing the floor. You also want to remove any hay and feed and clean out cracks and crevices (using an air compressor) where grain and hay may have fallen. Remove food items and other perishables (like fly sprays and grooming products) from your living quarters and tack room. Tack and show clothing should also be removed and stored indoors for the winter.

2. Stop any leaks: Leaks can affect the life of a horse trailer – more so with a steel trailer as water + metal equals rust. But, aluminum trailers will corrode where water leaks in and is allowed to pool for long periods of time.

3. Address rust: Rust should be removed by either sanding the area or wirebrushing. It then needs to be cleaned and painted with a rust-inhibitor paint. On steel trailers you want to pay particular attention to the frame – including where the sidewall meets the floor. Aluminum trailers also have steel parts – including the axles and the framework on the tongue (on a bumper pull), and the undercarriage on a gooseneck trailer.

4. Protect tires: Tires will go bad just from sitting and being exposed to the sun. If nothing else, at least put a coat of rubber protectant on your tires. Even better is to cover your tires. Dealers will even recommend moving your trailer at least once a month, or putting it up on blocks, to help prevent tires from flattening on the ground side.

5. Store trailer properly: The best place for a horse trailer isn’t always in your barn. Unless you are storing your trailer in a structure without animals and that has a cement floor, it will rust and corrode faster than if you leave it outside. Trailers can be effectively stored outside with the use of a trailer cover or tarp. It helps if you have a place that provides some protection – like alongside a building.

Also, make sure you are not parking your trailer under trees, as ice storms and other winter weather can cause limbs to break off and damage your trailer. Living quarters should also be winterized if the trailer is not being used over the winter.

Monday, October 5, 2015

Don't forget! Offering Trailer Sales, Service & Repair!

Good afternoon,

Don't forget about getting your trailer serviced before winter comes! Our friendly and courteous trailer service team members are dedicated to help you keep your trailer in tip-top shape. The team here at Burdette Brothers ensures that all service representatives and technicians receive the proper guidance and training to keep up to date on the latest maintenance techniques. We also offer all types of trailer detailing services as well.

Please call our auto service department for additional information or to schedule an appointment to get your trailer ready for winter! Our main line : (301) 831-8855 or visit us online at: www.burdettebrothers.com