Includes:

• Pro-rated damage to the tire – example; nails, glass and pot holes
• Tire repair needed due to puncture, burst or break while driving on a paved road.
• Tire must be deemed not repairable or to be unsafe if it would be repaired. to be replaced.

This service can be extended through our Nationwide Road Hazard Service. Get more details.

Print and bring in the coupon below:

Enter in the Belltech Photo Contest. You could win one of two jackets given away every month!

Many of Merle’s customers have us install quality BellTech Suspension products. Now you can show off your ride and possibly get a free jacket from BellTech. Learn more at the BellTech Web site. We take pride in selling and installing custom suspension products that perform and last. We have been doing it since 1962, and because of the knowledge and expertise, you can count on excellence.

Photo Eligibility

To enter:

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• All photos must be in color and utlize Belltech product.
• Please include the list of Belltech parts that where used to
• lower your vehicle and the amount of lowering it provided, front & rear.

Photo Formats
Entries must be color digital images. High Resolution. (Camera phone images are not acceptable)

Photographer / Copyright
Entries must be submitted by the original photographer. Do not submit a photo taken by someone other than yourself. You must be the sole owner of the copyright of any image submitted. Your submission of the photo and entry form is your guarantee that you are the author and copyright holder of the photo.

By entering the contest, photographers agree to have their submitted photograph displayed on the Belltech website without any fee or other form of compensation, and agree that KW automotive North America, or related company may utilize vehicle image for promotional purposes, internet, print media, catalogs, etc.

Judging Criteria
Vehicles are judged on the following criteria: Most original, Best looking, Utilization of Belltech components. All decisions are made by the Belltech Judging panel.

How to Enter
Learn more at the BellTech Web site

We heard the news about the Tinker Federal Credit Union Miracle Car Show and wanted to join the party. The car show benefits the Children’s Miracle Network which is a great charity we can get behind. The car show was right up our alley and we had a blast rubbing elbows with all our custom car friends. We had some great discussions and were able to share our expertise.

We had a great time, and we were able to show off some of our customers custom cars. We hope to participate next year, and bring even more cars! — Mike Malacott

Custom car enthusiasts in Oklahoma have always  trusted us with their prize vehicles, because they know tires and alignments can be a delicate operation on a custom creation.

Check out the photo gallery to see the massive amount of cars that were on hand.

Merle’s Frame & Wheel Alignment is offering a Free Alignment Check with Purchase of 4 Tires

For the month of July Merle’s is offering customers an important service when buying new tires… checking your alignment. In Oklahoma roads can cause damage to your alignment, and over time this can cause pre-mature tire wear. Now, when you bring in the coupon below, we will completely check your alignment for FREE. We want to help you make those new tires last longer.

Bring in the coupon below. Offer expires August 1st, 2010. Requires the purchase of 4 tires.

Symptoms of worn suspension include uneven tire wear and excessive bouncing after bumps.

While you’re at the shop, have the entire brake system checked, including brake

Have your steering, suspension and brake system checked by a professional once a year to keep repair costs low.

linings, rotors and drums. These pieces wear out, but they do so slowly. Without annual checks, you may find yourself facing higher repair costs or tapping the bumper of that guy in front of you.

Brakes work by creating friction, so they will wear out. The worse case scenario of neglecting this system is brake failure. But before they go completely ka-put, damage can be done to more expensive brake parts, such as rotors, drums and calipers.

A high-pitched squeal when you come to a stop is a surefire sign your vehicle’s brakes need some looking after. Rotors last longer than brake pads, but if your steering wheel wiggles in your hands when you come to a stop, your rotors are probably “warped.” At that point, it’s a good idea to get them replaced.
A thorough check up of these two systems just once-a-year could save you the cost of replacement parts and a tow truck bill.

A survey by the Car Care Council found:
•    38 percent of cars had low or dirty engine oil.
•    54 percent had low tire pressure.
•    28 percent had inadequate cooling protection.
•    19 percent needed new belts.
•    16 percent had dirty air filters.
•    10 percent had low or contaminated brake fluid.

Is your vehicle up-to-date? To help you keep track of regular maintenance, download this Service-Interval-Schedule developed by the National Car Care Council. Many of the checks are quick and easy, and can be done at little or no cost.

Time for an oil change? Save $5 this month at Merles!

Bring your coupon and vehicle to Merles! April is National Car Care month and Merle’s is celebrating with 3 great deals. Choose $5-off an oil change, 10% off any service of $100 or more, or get a $50 Visa rebate card when you buy 4 qualifying new Cooper Tires in April or May. One special per household.

Save $5 on an Oil Change

There is time to take advantage of last month’s savings. The March Special is still good through April 30, 2010. Come in with this coupon and get $5 off an oil change with filter. Print the coupon below. Offer expires April 30, 2010. Not good with any other offer.

Save 10% on Car Care Services

Get 10% off any car care service of $100 or more. This includes, oil changes, alignments, and labor associated with installation of parts. Offer does no apply to parts or product purchases. Print the coupon below. Offer expires May 31, 2010. Not good with any other offer. Offer Not to exceed $50.00.

Cooper Tires $50 Rebate

Cooper tires is offering a special rebate straight from the manufacturer. Get a $50 Visa rebate card when you buy 4 qualifying new Cooper Tires in April or May. Come in to Merle’s and let us match your vehicle to a great set of Cooper Tires. Qualifying tires are the Cooper CS4 Touring and the Discoverer CTS. Rebate form available in our store, or download the Official Rebate Form now.

Must purchase 4 tires in a single transaction between April 1, 2010 and May 31, 2010. One coupon per household. Mail the Official Rebate Form to Cooper Tires, postmarked by 6/30/10 and received by 7/15/10.

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At Merle’s Frame and Alignment we see many customers bring there cars in with under or over inflated tires. With the right tire pressure you can save money, gas, and increase the life of your tires. Oklahoma’s roads and highways can be hard on tires. You want them to last as long as they can. Here are some tips about proper tire inflation;

Proper Inflation

Recent research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates about 30% of cars and light trucks have at least one tire underinflated by 8 psi or more. Underinflated tires and overloaded vehicles are the leading cause of tire failure. It is extremely difficult to tell just by looking at your tires if they are properly inflated.

Purchase an accurate tire gauge and check your tire pressures at least once a month along with their overall condition. Take note of tire pressures and load limits.

Making sure that your vehicle is operating with properly inflated tires will make you safer on the highways and increase fuel savings.

Where To Find The Correct OE Inflation Pressure

You will find the original equipment (OE) recommended pressure on a placard or sticker in the door jam, glove compartment or near the gas cap. If your vehicle does not have a placard, check the owner’s manual or consult the vehicle manufacturer, tire manufacturer, or your local tire dealer. The tire placard tells you the maximum vehicle load, the cold tire pressure, and the tire size recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Air pressures may be different for front and rear tires. If your vehicle no longer is equipped with the OE size tires, consult your Toyo dealer for proper inflation information.

When To Check Tire Pressure

Check inflation pressure, including the spare, at least once a month and before every long road trip. Tires must be checked when they are cold which means you have driven less than one mile on them. If you must drive over a mile for air, measure and record the under-inflation amount of each tire. Upon arriving at the service station, measure each tire’s inflation again and if the pressure has increased, adjust the amount of additional air pressure needed. For example, if cold pressure should be 35 PSI, but cold pressure was 28 PSI, and current pressure is 33 PSI, you should inflate the warm tires to 40 PSI and recheck them again when cold.

How Do Tires Lose Pressure?

Tires lose pressure naturally through the process of permeation or, air passing through the pores of the tire. Changes in outdoor temperature can affect the rate at which tires lose air. This change is more pronounced in hot weather. Generally speaking, a tire will lose one or two pounds of air pressure per month in cool weather and even more in hot weather. Remember, underinflation is the leading cause of tire failure, so check inflation pressure regularly.

Other Tips

• Never “bleed” or reduce air pressure when tires are hot. It is normal for pressures to build up as a result of driving.
• Make sure all tire valves and extensions are equipped with valve caps with rubber gaskets to keep out dirt and moisture. Have a new valve stem assembly installed whenever a tire is replaced.

Using Your Spare

Most vehicles come equipped with a temporary spare. These tires are usually much smaller than the other tires on your car. It is important to realize that these spares have far more limitations than a typical tire, including speed and recommended driving distance. Some spare tires even require the use of a special canister to inflate the tire.

You should familiarize yourself with the spare by reading the owner’s manual and the sidewall of the spare. And remember to check the air pressure of your spare frequently.

Get the best deals in Oklahoma City from Merle’s Frame and Alignment. Call us at (405) 634-3432 to find out how we can save you money, and get you the best tires on the road today.

This information made possible by ToyoTires.com

Being rated number one by the experts in your industry is quite an honor. That is why, we carry the tire brand Toyo. These tires have been rated number one by the industry experts – independent tire dealers.

That’s right. The results from the 2009 Tire Brand Study by Tire Review magazine are in and independent tire dealers in North America once again rated Toyo Tires the number one overall brand for both consumer and commercial tires. This marks the seventh time in nine years Toyo have received this honor in the consumer category and the sixth time in eight years for medium, or commercial, truck tires.

In addition to being rated the number one overall brand, Toyo also topped the consumer tire Brand Study in categories such as product quality, line coverage, fill rate and adjustment policy. For medium truck tires, we were also rated number one in retreadability, fill rate and adjustment policy.

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Winter storms rolling through Oklahoma have cause havoc for many drivers. During this season it is common to accidentally slide or drift into a curb with your car or truck. What you may not notice until after the storm, is your vehicle’s wheel alignment is off because of the impact. You may even have  wheel slightly bent, or tires out of balance. All of which are dangerous if not carefully inspected by a professional.

If this has happened to you, we encourage you to have your alignment checked. Our February Special is aimed to save you some money in this area. Get a FREE Alignment check. View this month’s special

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