Episode 4 – Fall Snowmobile Preperation With Mike Hull from Bennett Power Sports

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This week we had the honor of talking to Mike Hull from Bennett Power Sports in Whitby Ontario. Mike shares gives us some inside information into what they do when a customer brings their snowmobile in for a pre-season tune up and shares some tips and tricks along the way. All of this and more on this episode of OntarioSnowmobiler.ca #OntarioSnowmobiler

SHOW NOTES

Introduction of the Show

• Intro of Guest- Mike Hull from Bennett Power Sports, Manager and Head Mechanic and has been for the last 28 years.
• A special Thanks to Mike!

Question of the Week

• William Mccleary Asks….
• Boys has the repairs been made on that major flooding that occurred during mid april. Areas effected were in district 7 district 6 any update on the repairs considering several bridges were wiped out, furthermore several areas along the hydro corridor through Algonquin park were effected thanks
• Paul Answers and reports the trails and clubs affected by the flooding. Thanks to the clubs for repairing and fixing the trails!
• A lot of time and effort was put into fixing these trails and bridges!
• If you have a question, don’t hesitate to ask at…. [e-mail]
• You can also use our Facebook Page or our Toll Free number at 1-855-561-4401

Weather Report

• Lake effect snow has hit many areas of the province
• Reports of 30-70 CM of snow in some areas
• 20-30 CM Reported near Lake Simcoe
• 30-40 CM Reported Near Georgian Bay
• Snow has also fallen in the North near Timmins, Sault St Marie and North Bay
• Luc The Groomer Guy Reports a LOT of snow has fallen and he as been out on his first test ride
• West of Thunder Bay has also seen snow
• Mike reports about 1 CM in Whitby
• 15 to 20 CM in forecast for Ottawa Area

Events

• The TriTown Sno Travelers from New Liskard are having an Indoor/Outdoor Swap and Sale this Saturday. Groomer Shed located 487 Brazeau Boulevard in the Dymond Industrial Park in New Liskard. Please call 705-647-4010 to reserve an inside table and outside spots for selling sleds are first come first served.
• The Annual Warwick Snowmobile Club Open House and Chili Cook Off which is also this Saturday. Time : 11-3 The clubhouse is located at 5702 First School road just east of Warwick and south of HWY 402. Participants are welcome. Contact: Grace Mitchell at [e-mail]
• This Saturday evening at 7:00 The North Bay Snowmobile Club is holding their major fundraiser .Voyageur Inn on Delaware Avenue at Lansdowne Avenue in North Bay. Thousands $ in giveaways http://www.northbaynipissing.com/events/4208679–thin-snow-party-and-silent-auction/
• The Port Perry Snowmobile Club Open House, Volunteer Appreciation BBQ and Swap Meet.Show & Shine. Sunday Dec 1. 10 to 3. Last day for 210 permits.
• Get your events to us at: [e-mail]

Commercial Break

• OFSC Trail Permits, Save $50 when you buy on or before December 1, 2013 www.ofsc.on.ca
• Classics also go up after December 1 from $140 to $170

Sled Prep

• Mike Talks about what is needed for you sled to be ready for the season
• He talks about things like Sliders, Spark Plugs, Skis, Suspension and Carbides
• Mike talks about Oils and what oils to use in your Snowmobile
• He says to Check common wear areas and to also check fuel systems, carbs, wiring and track tension.
• Mike discusses Fuel and what fuel to use in you snowmobile and how to maintain you belt and clutch
• Mike discusses the proper break in procedure for a new snowmobile

Project Update

• Crowd source funding has finished
• Didn’t quite make the goal, but close to 50%.
• Thanks for all the donations and contributors!
• Going to see if we need more funding.
• Good Listener base and mailing list

Guest Information

• Bennett Power Sports
• Phone Number 1-905-430-6360
• Website www.bennettpowersports.com
• 701 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario
• Open from 8:30 to 7 in the week

Closing comments

• Special Thanks to Mike Hull!
• Don’t forget to E-Mail us, Join our Facebook page or Call us!

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Show Notes By Blake Schofield

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