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Monday	7:30AM - 5:30PM
Tuesday	7:30AM - 5:30PM
Wednesday	7:30AM - 5:30PM
Thursday	7:30AM - 5:30PM
Friday	7:30AM - 5:30PM
Saturday	7:30AM - 2:30PM
Sunday	Closed
Gas Station Hours: M-F 6-11 Sat 6-9 Sun 7-9

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169 Speedwell
Morris Plains, NJ 07950

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Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
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Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
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Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
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Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
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A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
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Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
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Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
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Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
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Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
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Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
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Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
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Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
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Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
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Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
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Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
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Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
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Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
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Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
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Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

What our clients say about us?

Reviews and comments from our satisfied customers

Fred and his team are great! I needed a new alternator and my car was taken right in and serviced immediately. You will never find a more honest,fair and professional business as this one.

Kathy, 02/12/2020
Morristown

This was a pleasant experience getting my car fixed, no surprises. Who would have expected an honest Mechanic? Harder to find than a Leprechaun. Now all I need to do is find an honest Plumber :) Seriously I will use these guys again.

BF, 12/23/2019
The customer service is awesome. I went in for a 2nd opinion on state inspection results, not only did they take a look but they explained to me what they thought was going on, referred me back to the dealer and all this advice was free - I was willing to pay for analysis. I know I am taking all my future car business to Sack's Shell!

Caroline
I went in to get stabilizer links installed on my 06' Ford 500. I was in and out in an hour with my wallet still intact. I was very happy with the work. I was looking for a new mechanic in the Morristown area and I found one!!

Mark D.
These guys are terrific. My father has always gone to Sack's Shell and I recently moved back into the area and needed repair to my VW Passat. After speaking to Fred on a Saturday afternoon regarding road noise coming from the front of the car, he thought he knew the issue (alignment) and offered to take it in at 8am on Monday. They had it back to me by 1pm that day with really reasonable pricing for the entire job. It is so nice to have a mechanic whose work my wife and I can trust.

Nick R.
Brought both my Jeeps to Sack's on a whim and was pleased with every aspect. Fred and Ralph are top notch, quick and effective. I'll be sure to use them again.

Ed H.