Thank you to the friends and family of Daltons Midway Service for making this a successful year. We’d never do it without you!
We will be closed on Thursday and Friday so that our staff can enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with their families. Come back next Monday, stuffed with turkey and pie, for all of your Automotive
On October 1st, we officially opened our new Marysville location! We are excited to join this friendly, active community. Please stop by to say hi, or if you need some work done on your vehicle! We do most services and repairs on most makes and models of vehicles. If you’re not sure, you can always give us a call first at 360-386-8571.
Daltons Midway North is open from 8-5, Monday through Friday. We are located just north of the Value Village at 1384 State Avenue. Looking forward to seeing you when you need us!
If you pass through Marysville, keep an eye on the old Midas location on State Avenue. We are getting it all fixed up and ready to serve a whole new family of customers!
For our first post of this new year, I’d like to share content written by my former bandmate Tameem Bakkar (shared with his permission), which really resonates with us: I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You’re doing things you’ve never done before, and more importantly, you’re Doing Something. So that’s my wish for you, and all of us, and my wish for myself. Make New Mistakes. Make glorious, amazing mistakes. Make mistakes nobody’s ever made before. Don’t freeze, don’t stop, don’t worry that it isn’t good enough, or it isn’t perfect, whatever it is: art, or love, or work or family or life. Whatever it is you’re scared of doing, Do it. Make your mistakes, next year and forever. See you all in 2021! Happy New Year!!
Daltons family — it’s been quite the year, but there’s no reason that we can’t make the best of what we have! We truly appreciate all of you for continuing to be great customers and bringing us new business, since that’s what’s kept us alive during these challenging times. May your cocoa be hot and your stockings be full!
We’ll be taking a few days off for the holiday (we will be closed on the 24th, the 25th, and the 1st), but we’ll see you again next year — or any of the days in between — for your Car Repair needs!
It’s a few days before Christmas, and you need to finish your shopping. (Thank goodness for online shopping?) You head out to your car, mask in hand, and… oh no! Nothing happens when you turn the key except for a sputtering sound.
Many of us have been working from home the past several months, and Your Car likely has not gotten out that much. Just like your body needs routine exercise, Your Car does, as well! If Your Car has not been started in several weeks, Your Car Battery may have lost its charge. We are happy to take a look at Your Car Battery at Daltons Midway! Come check in with us at 360-688-7111, or stop by 16326 State Route 9 (at 164th) in Clearview anytime.
Have you noticed the chill in the air? We may be able to safely bundle up with our parkas and our peppermint mochas, but are your Car Fluids prepared to keep you safe in winter?
In case you weren’t aware, there are different blends of Wiper Fluid to use, depending on the season. In the winter, it is important to use Wiper Fluid which contains antifreeze, to prevent hoses from cracking. It also won’t freeze immediately upon hitting your cold Windshield! We don’t use this Wiper Fluid during the warmer months, since it is more expensive. Also, if you have significant water added in your Coolant, now is a good time for a Coolant Service, to ensure that your Coolant will not freeze over the next few months, which could result in Engine Damage.
One more winter tip: your Car Battery can lose up to half of its capability in cold weather, so make sure it’s not too old! If you have concerns about Winter Fluids or your Car Battery, give us a call at 360-688-7111, or stop by 16326 State Route 9 (at 164th) in Clearview anytime.
‘Tis the season! And while you’re buying gifts for those around you, why not include your car on your gift list, considering all that it does for you?
If you don’t already own them, we recommend a good set of Jumper Cables for your Car. Make sure the cables are long enough that you can functionally connect the two cars.
Your Car will thank you many times over if you invest in a Windshield Sun Shade. Yes, even up here in the upper left corner of the map, we sometimes get intense sun! Your Car’s Dash takes a beating from UV rays. Keep your dash protected!
While we don’t get snow here very often, a big snowstorm can be a hassle for both Driver and Car. A good quality snow brush will serve you well. Find one that is sturdy and long enough to efficiently brush off the snow, but also gentle enough that it won’t scratch your car’s paint.
Speaking of Protecting Your Car, another great gift would be a bucket full of high-quality cleaning items, such as sponges, leather cleaner, and protectants. If you Love Your Car, you want it to last a long time! Having the proper tools at hand makes Car Care that much easier.
And, lastly, feel free to show Your Car some love by letting us look it over at Daltons Midway. We can keep it running smoothly! Give us a call at 360-688-7111, or stop by 16326 State Route 9 (at 164th) in Clearview anytime.
It may sound cliché, but this year, more than ever, we appreciate the support from you, our customer “family”! Every single one of you – from those who do Routine Vehicle Maintenance (you get gold stars!) to those of you who stop by when your Car is on its “last tires” – we love you, one and all.
Looking forward to a fantastic final month of the year, and a strong 2021 – thanks to our Great Customers!
Just like we try to do with our health, taking steps to Prevent Car Problems before they happen is an often-overlooked step! There may be some initial investment of time and money to Maintain Your Car, but the investment is usually worth it to Prevent Costly Repairs in the future.
Here are a few routine items to maintain in your Vehicle. Every couple of months, check to make sure that your Tires are properly inflated. You should check your Tires more often if you drive a lot, or if you drive through extreme temperature changes. Oil and other fluids (Automatic Transmission, Power Steering Fluid, Windshield Wiper Fluid) should be checked or changed per your Vehicle’s Maintenance Schedule. You should also have someone check to make sure your Hoses and Battery Cables look intact at least once a year, especially before going into any extreme weather. And, of course, if any unusual lights come on the dash, such as the Check Engine Light, please get that checked out as soon as you can!
At Daltons Midway, we love to help our customers prevent future problems so that your Vehicle is always reliable! For your Preventive Maintenance needs, give us a call at 360-688-7111, or stop by 16326 State Route 9 (at 164th) in Clearview anytime.