Also, if this is not what you are looking for in a used car for sale, come stop by our showroom and see many of the other cars we also have for sale! You can also browse more on our website: www.burdettebrothers.com
Monday, April 13, 2015
Featured Vehicle for Sale: 2014 Buick LaCrosse w/Leather
We hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! This week, we would like to feature a 2014 Buick LaCrosse that we have for sale on our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland. This has a 4-door Sedan body style with only 27,651 miles on it. With a 6 Cylinder. 3.6Liter engine and automatic transmission with overdrive, this vehicle is perfect for all driving conditions! This car gets 28 miles per gallon on highways and 18 per gallon city miles. The exterior color is a White Diamond Tricoat with light neutral beige interior leather seats. Be sure to come out and take a look at this beautiful vehicle today!
Also, if this is not what you are looking for in a used car for sale, come stop by our showroom and see many of the other cars we also have for sale! You can also browse more on our website: www.burdettebrothers.com
Also, if this is not what you are looking for in a used car for sale, come stop by our showroom and see many of the other cars we also have for sale! You can also browse more on our website: www.burdettebrothers.com
Monday, April 6, 2015
15 Horse Trailer-Safety Tips, an article by Trail Rider Magazine
Good Morning!
It's a beautiful spring day here in Maryland and our showroom and trailer lot is open for business! Today we wanted to share with you an article from Trail Rider Magazine, on tips for horse trailering safety. As a shop who does trailer sales, trailer inspections, trailer service and repair, we know how important it is to maintain safe trailering practices at all times. Take a look at this article and see how many of these safety tips you are already practicing!!
In an effort to help improve safety of horses and those who travel with horses, USRider has been working with nationally known large-animal rescue experts Drs. Tomas and Rebecca Gimenez.
If your vehicle becomes disabled, continue driving, whenever possible, until you can pull over to a safe area. Do this even if you have a flat tire, and it means destroying a wheel.
In an effort to help improve safety of horses and those who travel with horses in trailers, USRider has been working with nationally known large-animal rescue experts Drs. Tomas and Rebecca Gimenez. (For more on the survey, see "Survey Specs," opposite page.) More than 200 horse trailer accidents have been evaluated. Research findings have provided useful information for improving horse trailer-safety practices. "The data showed that the main causes of horse trailer wrecks are lack of proper maintenance, operator error, and equipment mismatch," notes Dr. Tomas Gimenez.
For your Safety
Based on the team's research, USRider and the Drs. Gimenez offer 15 safety recommendations to those who travel with horses.
1. Drive carefully. With operator error factors, such as driving too fast, causing the majority of trailer accidents, it's imperative for you to be very careful and remain attentive. Drive as though you have a cup of water on the floorboard of your vehicle, and stay slightly under the speed limit to make allowances for adverse driving conditions. Double the following distance recommended for passenger cars. Maintain that distance even when cars cut in front of you.
2. Hang up, and pay attention. Avoid talking on a cell phone while pulling a trailer. Transportation experts have determined that talking on a cell phone while driving proves to be just as dangerous as driving while impaired by alcohol.
3. Pull over safely. If your vehicle becomes disabled, continue driving, whenever possible, until you can pull over to a safe area. Do this even if you have a flat tire, and it means destroying a wheel. Wheels can be easily replaced. Stopping on the shoulder is extremely dangerous, particularly on an interstate highway, and can put you, your horse, and emergency responders at great risk. Pull over on the grass as much as possible, away from the white line.
4.Use your headlights. Drive with the headlights on at all times to increase your visibility.
An unbalanced load can cause a trailer to overturn in an accident. When loading your trailer, load the heaviest cargo on the left. If you're loading only one horse, load him on the left side of the trailer. After loading, secure trailer doors and hatches.
For the past three years, Dr. Tomas Gimenez, professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at Clemson University, and Dr. Rebecca Gimenez, an animal physiologist and a primary instructor in technical large-animal emergency rescue, have assisted USRider in gathering and analyzing data about horse-trailer accidents.
The Drs. Gimenez began collecting data through a survey in December 2003. The research team also culled data from incidents reported in newspapers and online postings. The data is being used to formulate recommendations for preventing accidents and enhancing equine safety.
Equestrians around the country were urged to help with the research. USRider posted a survey on its website, and asked all horse owners, trainers, emergency responders, veterinarians, and others who'd somehow been involved in horse-trailer incidents to participate in the survey by logging on and answering some pertinent questions.
"Through unique studies like this and other initiatives, we're on a mission to increase the equine community's Trailering IQ," says Mark Cole, managing member for USRider. "You're transporting precious cargo. You can never be overprepared or too safe."
5. Use reflective material. Apply reflective material to the back of your trailer. If you lose trailer lighting or experience an electrical failure, this material will help other drivers see you as they approach.
6. Replace your tires. Replace your tow-vehicle and trailer tires every three to five years regardless of mileage. Make sure that tires are rated to support more than the gross weight of the trailer and its contents. Check the air pressure in all tires (tow vehicle, trailer, and spare) at least every 30 days. Purchase a high-quality air pressure gauge, and learn how to operate it.
7. Check your inside dually tires. If you pull your trailer with a dually truck, check the inside tires for wear. Since these tires are "hidden" behind the outside tires, they're easy to neglect. Also check the inside tires' air pressure. Even if an inside tire is completely flat, it'll be supported by the outside tire, making it appear properly inflated.
8. Leave tire-changing to the pros. Even if you know how to change a tire, don't do it by yourself if you have an on-the-road breakdown; call for professional help. Your life is worth the time waiting for help.
9. Maintain your vehicle and trailer. Perform regular maintenance on your tow vehicle and trailer. Have your trailer wiring inspected for uninsulated, loose, and/or exposed wires, and poor connections. This applies to old and new trailers alike. New trailers aren't trouble-free; inspect them closely. Have your trailer axles serviced annually or every 6,000 miles, whichever comes first.
TRAILER-SAFETY RESOURCES
Reflective Signs
Caution Horses Safety
Products, Inc.
(561) 784-9147;
www.cautionhorses.com
Protective Gear
Dover Saddlery
800) 406-8204;
www.doversaddlery.com
Jeffers
(800) 533-3377;
www.jeffersequine.com
State Line Tack
(888) 839-9640;
10. Use ICE. Make use of the ICE program; ICE stands for "in case of emergency." This simple program is designed to help emergency responders identify victims and determine who needs to be notified. Make it easy for first responders to know who to contact for information on handling your horse: Program an entry into your cell phone called "ICE - Horse." Key in the contact information of someone with the authority to make decisions about your horse's care, should you become incapacitated.
11. Draw up a power-of-attorney document. In conjunction with the ICE program, initiate a power-of-attorney document with a trusted friend or relative. If you become incapacitated, this will provide for your horse's emergency medical treatment. Also, prepare the corresponding Notice to Emergency Responders document. Keep copies of both documents in the glove box of your tow vehicle. (Both forms are available for download free from the USRider website, right).
12. Hitch up safely. Improper hitching is a common cause of trailer accidents. Use a hitch that's the correct type, size, and rating to match the coupler. Make sure the hitch is properly installed onto your towing vehicle. Securely fasten the safety chains and breakaway switch actuating chain.
13. Balance your load. An unbalanced load can cause a trailer to overturn in an accident. When loading your trailer, load the heaviest cargo on the left. If you're loading only one horse, load him on the left side of the trailer. After loading, secure trailer doors and hatches.
14. Use protective gear. To help ensure your horse's safety, always apply shipping boots and a head bumper.
15. Carry a first-aid kit. Carry a current veterinarian-approved first aid kit. Recommendations for such a kit are listed in the Equine Travel Safety Area on the USRider website, below.
To view the original article click here.
It's a beautiful spring day here in Maryland and our showroom and trailer lot is open for business! Today we wanted to share with you an article from Trail Rider Magazine, on tips for horse trailering safety. As a shop who does trailer sales, trailer inspections, trailer service and repair, we know how important it is to maintain safe trailering practices at all times. Take a look at this article and see how many of these safety tips you are already practicing!!
15 Horse Trailer-Safety Tips
By UsRider Magazine
If your vehicle becomes disabled, continue driving, whenever possible, until you can pull over to a safe area. Do this even if you have a flat tire, and it means destroying a wheel.
In an effort to help improve safety of horses and those who travel with horses in trailers, USRider has been working with nationally known large-animal rescue experts Drs. Tomas and Rebecca Gimenez. (For more on the survey, see "Survey Specs," opposite page.) More than 200 horse trailer accidents have been evaluated. Research findings have provided useful information for improving horse trailer-safety practices. "The data showed that the main causes of horse trailer wrecks are lack of proper maintenance, operator error, and equipment mismatch," notes Dr. Tomas Gimenez.
For your Safety
Based on the team's research, USRider and the Drs. Gimenez offer 15 safety recommendations to those who travel with horses.
1. Drive carefully. With operator error factors, such as driving too fast, causing the majority of trailer accidents, it's imperative for you to be very careful and remain attentive. Drive as though you have a cup of water on the floorboard of your vehicle, and stay slightly under the speed limit to make allowances for adverse driving conditions. Double the following distance recommended for passenger cars. Maintain that distance even when cars cut in front of you.
2. Hang up, and pay attention. Avoid talking on a cell phone while pulling a trailer. Transportation experts have determined that talking on a cell phone while driving proves to be just as dangerous as driving while impaired by alcohol.
3. Pull over safely. If your vehicle becomes disabled, continue driving, whenever possible, until you can pull over to a safe area. Do this even if you have a flat tire, and it means destroying a wheel. Wheels can be easily replaced. Stopping on the shoulder is extremely dangerous, particularly on an interstate highway, and can put you, your horse, and emergency responders at great risk. Pull over on the grass as much as possible, away from the white line.
4.Use your headlights. Drive with the headlights on at all times to increase your visibility.
An unbalanced load can cause a trailer to overturn in an accident. When loading your trailer, load the heaviest cargo on the left. If you're loading only one horse, load him on the left side of the trailer. After loading, secure trailer doors and hatches.
For the past three years, Dr. Tomas Gimenez, professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at Clemson University, and Dr. Rebecca Gimenez, an animal physiologist and a primary instructor in technical large-animal emergency rescue, have assisted USRider in gathering and analyzing data about horse-trailer accidents.
The Drs. Gimenez began collecting data through a survey in December 2003. The research team also culled data from incidents reported in newspapers and online postings. The data is being used to formulate recommendations for preventing accidents and enhancing equine safety.
Equestrians around the country were urged to help with the research. USRider posted a survey on its website, and asked all horse owners, trainers, emergency responders, veterinarians, and others who'd somehow been involved in horse-trailer incidents to participate in the survey by logging on and answering some pertinent questions.
"Through unique studies like this and other initiatives, we're on a mission to increase the equine community's Trailering IQ," says Mark Cole, managing member for USRider. "You're transporting precious cargo. You can never be overprepared or too safe."
5. Use reflective material. Apply reflective material to the back of your trailer. If you lose trailer lighting or experience an electrical failure, this material will help other drivers see you as they approach.
6. Replace your tires. Replace your tow-vehicle and trailer tires every three to five years regardless of mileage. Make sure that tires are rated to support more than the gross weight of the trailer and its contents. Check the air pressure in all tires (tow vehicle, trailer, and spare) at least every 30 days. Purchase a high-quality air pressure gauge, and learn how to operate it.
7. Check your inside dually tires. If you pull your trailer with a dually truck, check the inside tires for wear. Since these tires are "hidden" behind the outside tires, they're easy to neglect. Also check the inside tires' air pressure. Even if an inside tire is completely flat, it'll be supported by the outside tire, making it appear properly inflated.
8. Leave tire-changing to the pros. Even if you know how to change a tire, don't do it by yourself if you have an on-the-road breakdown; call for professional help. Your life is worth the time waiting for help.
9. Maintain your vehicle and trailer. Perform regular maintenance on your tow vehicle and trailer. Have your trailer wiring inspected for uninsulated, loose, and/or exposed wires, and poor connections. This applies to old and new trailers alike. New trailers aren't trouble-free; inspect them closely. Have your trailer axles serviced annually or every 6,000 miles, whichever comes first.
TRAILER-SAFETY RESOURCES
Reflective Signs
Caution Horses Safety
Products, Inc.
(561) 784-9147;
www.cautionhorses.com
Protective Gear
Dover Saddlery
800) 406-8204;
www.doversaddlery.com
Jeffers
(800) 533-3377;
www.jeffersequine.com
State Line Tack
(888) 839-9640;
10. Use ICE. Make use of the ICE program; ICE stands for "in case of emergency." This simple program is designed to help emergency responders identify victims and determine who needs to be notified. Make it easy for first responders to know who to contact for information on handling your horse: Program an entry into your cell phone called "ICE - Horse." Key in the contact information of someone with the authority to make decisions about your horse's care, should you become incapacitated.
11. Draw up a power-of-attorney document. In conjunction with the ICE program, initiate a power-of-attorney document with a trusted friend or relative. If you become incapacitated, this will provide for your horse's emergency medical treatment. Also, prepare the corresponding Notice to Emergency Responders document. Keep copies of both documents in the glove box of your tow vehicle. (Both forms are available for download free from the USRider website, right).
12. Hitch up safely. Improper hitching is a common cause of trailer accidents. Use a hitch that's the correct type, size, and rating to match the coupler. Make sure the hitch is properly installed onto your towing vehicle. Securely fasten the safety chains and breakaway switch actuating chain.
13. Balance your load. An unbalanced load can cause a trailer to overturn in an accident. When loading your trailer, load the heaviest cargo on the left. If you're loading only one horse, load him on the left side of the trailer. After loading, secure trailer doors and hatches.
14. Use protective gear. To help ensure your horse's safety, always apply shipping boots and a head bumper.
15. Carry a first-aid kit. Carry a current veterinarian-approved first aid kit. Recommendations for such a kit are listed in the Equine Travel Safety Area on the USRider website, below.
To view the original article click here.
Monday, March 30, 2015
Featured Horse Trailer for Sale
Good morning!
We hope everyone is looking forward to the spring warm-up we are expected to have this week! Horse show season has begun in some parts of Maryland and others are right behind them. Are you an equestrian who is tired of having to get rides to competitions? Do you have an older trailer that you have been meaning to trade-in but forgot about it over the winter time? Now is the time to do it as spring approaches!! We have many great horse trailers for sale on our lot in Maryland. Today we want to feature a brand new 2015 FEATHERLITE 8533- 3 HORSE TRAILER for sale.
This 3-horse trailer is brand new and is for sale for $21,665. It is a white / aluminum exterior Gooseneck style hitch. It's 19’2″ long x 6’7″ wide x 7’0 high with a 42″ short wall dressing room. It also comes with a spare tire.
Be sure to stop by our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland to check out this trailer for sale and many others! You can also contact us at www.burdettebrothers.com for more information.
We hope everyone is looking forward to the spring warm-up we are expected to have this week! Horse show season has begun in some parts of Maryland and others are right behind them. Are you an equestrian who is tired of having to get rides to competitions? Do you have an older trailer that you have been meaning to trade-in but forgot about it over the winter time? Now is the time to do it as spring approaches!! We have many great horse trailers for sale on our lot in Maryland. Today we want to feature a brand new 2015 FEATHERLITE 8533- 3 HORSE TRAILER for sale.
This 3-horse trailer is brand new and is for sale for $21,665. It is a white / aluminum exterior Gooseneck style hitch. It's 19’2″ long x 6’7″ wide x 7’0 high with a 42″ short wall dressing room. It also comes with a spare tire.
Be sure to stop by our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland to check out this trailer for sale and many others! You can also contact us at www.burdettebrothers.com for more information.
Monday, March 23, 2015
Featured Vehicle of the Week: 2014 Ford F-150 XLT
Good Morning!
This week our featured vehicle is a black 2014 Ford F-150 XLT priced at $31,950!! This truck has a Supercrew 4X4 body style and only 18,512 miles on it. Featured in the Tuxedo Black Metallic. Come stop by our showroom today in Hyattstown, Maryland to see not only this truck but our other used cars for sale in Maryland!
This week our featured vehicle is a black 2014 Ford F-150 XLT priced at $31,950!! This truck has a Supercrew 4X4 body style and only 18,512 miles on it. Featured in the Tuxedo Black Metallic. Come stop by our showroom today in Hyattstown, Maryland to see not only this truck but our other used cars for sale in Maryland!
Monday, March 16, 2015
Did you know? Offering trailer service!!
Good Morning everyone!
We wanted to remind you that not only do we offer auto service & detailing, but we also offer trailer servicing here in Maryland. Our friendly and courteous auto service team members are dedicated to help you keep your trailer in tip-top shape. Our trailer 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.
If you are ready to get your trailer serviced before spring show season begins, feel free to call us today at: (301) 831-8855 and set up your appointment or consultation!
We wanted to remind you that not only do we offer auto service & detailing, but we also offer trailer servicing here in Maryland. Our friendly and courteous auto service team members are dedicated to help you keep your trailer in tip-top shape. Our trailer 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.
If you are ready to get your trailer serviced before spring show season begins, feel free to call us today at: (301) 831-8855 and set up your appointment or consultation!
Monday, March 9, 2015
Getting Your Trailer Ready for the Spring Season
Good Morning!
We are exited to see that this week's weather in Maryland will be much warmer than we have seen in awhile! Spring temperatures are finally here and it's almost show season. There's nothing worse than getting ready to go to a show and realizing that your trailer is off or needs a little extra TLC. Now is the time to make sure everything is in proper working order and you have taken the steps necessary to prepare for spring. Below, we shared an article about how to get your trailer ready for the spring season! Remember, if you need a tune-up or want to get it inspected, you can make an appointment with us! Contact us at www.burdettebrothers.com
Getting Your Trailer Ready for Spring Travel
Article shared from www.horsetrailerdirectory.com
storage and ready to roll, whether you’re traveling to shows across the country or just trail-riding
down the road. Although you should always look your trailer over carefully before you pull it,
it’s extra important after a long winter of being left out in the cold.
Don’t Skip Vital Exterior Maintenance
Many horse trailer owners store their trailer with the tires resting on the ground -- after all, that’s
what tires are for, right? It makes sense, but is, unfortunately, one of the worst things you can do
for your trailer tires, so always start a spring check-up with a little extra tire time. Check the
treads carefully for signs of damage, deep splits or dry rot. Those tires carry a lot of weight, so
when in doubt, throw them out.
While you’re down there, take a gander at the bearings and brakes. Obviously, worn brake pads
or calipers that don’t quite get the job done should be replaced, but bearings are less easy to
evaluate. As a rule of thumb, you should have your wheel bearings repacked at least once a year.
You can test their soundness by getting the corresponding tire up off the ground and rocking it
back and forth. A loose tire that has some play or thumps should be repaired right away, these
are signs that the bearings are loose and may fail catastrophically.
Aside from these high-risk items, you should check the trailer for sagging suspension, signs of
rust or body damage and ensure the lighting systems work well during your unveiling. New light
bulbs are cheap insurance against a rear-end collision on the road; catching damage to your
trailer early will keep it from getting much worse during a season of hard use.
Spring Cleaning the Horse Box
The inside of your horse trailer takes as much of a beating as the outside, so it’s important to
keep an eye on things inside. You’ll want to make sure the lights and windows are working, that
any padding is intact and butt bars, breast bars and gates swing freely, with little noise. Then
there’s the floor.
The floors of horse trailers are often their weakest interior point. Remember, depending on your
flooring of choice, your horse is probably less than two inches from the outside world when he’s
standing in the horse compartment of your trailer -- any signs of damage, insect infestation, rust,
oxidation or weakness need to be addressed immediately. To prolong the life of your floors, you
should remove your mats every time you return from a trip, clean the floor thoroughly and allow
everything to dry well before replacing the mats and putting your trailer away.
Knowing that your horse trailer is sound and ready to travel to horse events in the spring is a
great feeling. Make sure yours is ready to roll by giving it a careful examination before it’s time
to travel this year.
References:
http://www.usrider.org/images/HitchUpMagazine/HUP19springIAPDFstatic.pdf
http://americashorsedaily.com/ready-set-haul/#.VNPTmy6znXw
http://stablemanagement.com/article/horse-trailer-safety-check
http://barrelhorsenews.com/articles/how-to/3534-check-now-or-repair-later.h
Monday, March 2, 2015
Featured Trailer of the Week: FOR SALE!
Good Morning!
Today we want to share with you our trailer of the week for sale, here on our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland.
This is a 2015 FEATHERLITE #8533- 3 HORSE TRAILER for only $21,665! This is a brand new, white gooseneck trailer that has an added space tack room and saddle racks. It also comes with the dividers and spare tire. Be sure to come out and see this trailer for yourself! Or contact us at www.burdettebrothers.com
Today we want to share with you our trailer of the week for sale, here on our lot in Hyattstown, Maryland.
This is a 2015 FEATHERLITE #8533- 3 HORSE TRAILER for only $21,665! This is a brand new, white gooseneck trailer that has an added space tack room and saddle racks. It also comes with the dividers and spare tire. Be sure to come out and see this trailer for yourself! Or contact us at www.burdettebrothers.com
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