Intro/Letter From the Editor - Ryan Main - Sales

It is with a very heavy heart that I bring you the final newsletter of 2008.  We at Pik-A-Dilly recently lost our founding father, as Frank Main passed away on December 8th.  You may have read in a previous newsletter how Frank and his wife Shirley started Pik-A-Dilly in 1962, and to this day it remains a family owned and operated business.  It was a happy ceremony, as we reunited Frank with Shirley in a ceremony on the 11th, which would be their 60th wedding anniversary.  In my time with Pik-A-Dilly I have had the pleasure of meeting many customers who informed me that they purchased their first RV from my grandfather and are still Pik-A-Dilly customers and friends to this day.  I'm sure many of you and them will join us in wishing Frank all the best in the dealership in the sky, he always was and always will be one of the good guys. Rest in peace Grampa.

In Loving Memory of Frank Main

May 13, 1926 - December 8, 2008

On a brighter note, the Christmas season is here and the number of shopping days are rapidly diminishing.  This month we'll provide you with some ideas for the RV'er on your list, and some general Christmas cheer from our family to yours.  Enjoy the read.  I hope you've enjoyed all we've provided in our once a month mailer over the past year (growing pains and all)!!  From all of the staff at Pik-A-Dilly and our families, a Happy Holiday season and all the best for a successful 2009!!

Dealership News - Don Main - General Manager

“Dear Santa” …… two words we all hold dear to our hearts at this time of year. When we were kids we couldn’t wait for Christmas morning to see what Santa left under the tree with our name on it! As we grew older and started our own families, we couldn’t wait to see the excitement in our own children as Christmas approached, letters were written and the big day arrived! As we age, grandchildren become a focus and we are able to experience the ritual once again. This is a great time of year for families to share old memories and create new ones. I maintain that families that camp together - stay together. I hope that all of you are able to bond with your loved ones during the upcoming festive season.

To all of you from all of our team at Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2009. Remember, Santa can fulfill RV’ers dreams too!

Sales Department News - Dave Shepherd - Sales Manager

With 2008 coming to a close, on behalf of our entire sales team, I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our customers, their family and friends all the best for this holiday season.

A big thanks to all our customers for making 2008 a very successful year and what better way to start out 2009 than with a new RV. 

For those wanting to beat the price increases that the swing in the Canada-US dollar exchange will bring, we still have a few remaining 2008 models and all our in stock 2009 models were purchased before the dollar change.   This simply means savings to those who want to take advantage of it.

Just think, next week the days start to get longer and it won’t be long before we are gearing up for another camping season.

Stay warm and safe and happy holiday’s to all!

Service Department News - Heather Arthurson - Service Manager

For this month's newsletter I would like to offer some specials on some services we offer in the shop that could be used as stocking stuffers for your favorite RV'er.  We will offer these until Christmas and the gift certificate will be good until April 30, 2009. Please inquire within.
 
WHEEL BEARING REPACK -- Labour - $99.99(single axle) - $179.99(tandem axle)
 
AIR CONDITIONER INSTALL (prewired only & framed) - Labour - $169.99*
 
AWNING INSTALL - Awning rail not included - Labour - $169.99*

*Prices are install only and do not include the price of the awning or air conditioner

Parts Department News - Shannon Davis - Parts

As we all know Christmas is fast approaching and people are wanting to get some last minute gift ideas. So here are some ideas we have come up with for the RV'er in your life.

** Faulkner recliners
** Faulkner directors chairs
** Faulkner snack trays
** Faulkner towels
** Faulkner pocket pouches

We have awning saver clamps, step rugs, assist handles ect. Or how about little Wysi biodegradable wipes that grow when wet, or lighters in the shape of a match for a stocking stuffer?

Effective from now until Christmas all in-stock accessories are 20% off ticketed price, so come on in and take advantage!

On behalf of Jim and Myself in the parts department, we would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!  We would also like to remind you that you can order parts and accessories online by visiting our website at www.pikadilly.com and clicking on the online parts catalogue.

Supplier's Corner - Dave Pedden - Coast Canada

Coast Canada is proud to be associated with Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre of Brandon.  Together we offer a tremendous selection of products to the RV industry.  As your purchase of your RV is to be enjoyed, Coast and Pik-A-Dilly invite you to explore the 'world of accessories', and ask what makes it more enjoyable?

Relaxing on a warm summers day on a Faulkner recliner, the addition of additional space from an Add-A-Room to talk, play cards or just enjoy each other's company.  Is it the convenience of quiet power from your new Kipor generator?  The choices are endless.  Come and visit the 'world of accessories' thru our website or our showroom, with products supplied by Coast Canada, and our friends at Pik-A-Dilly RV Centre.

Employee Profile - JP Talbot

This month I would like to introduce our newest employee. We call him JP and he has been a wonderful asset to our service department.

JP was born in Swan Lake and moved to Brandon in 1999. He came to visit a cousin here and liked it so much he never left.  JP attended college achieving his accounting degree, and has two young children who are here in Brandon as well. JP started with Pik-A-Dilly in May of this year, and has been demonstrating newly purchased RV's to new owners.  He has been complimented many times on how polite and friendly he is. JP has picked up the knowledge on RV's very quickly and is now progressing just as quick in regards to the servicing of them. JP has a young and lively spirit about him which is always good to have as it somehow puts a new spark into all that work around him.

Campfire Recipe (Holiday Version)

Cooked Eggnog

**This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard before heavy cream and rum are folded in.

Ingredients:
3 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup sugar
pinch salt
2-1/2 cups whole milk
2 tsp. vanilla
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 Tbsp. powdered sugar
1/2 cup rum (optional)
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg

Preparation:
In a heavy saucepan, combine eggs, 1/3 cup sugar, and salt and beat with wire whisk. Gradually stir in milk, beating until mixture is smooth. Cook 10 to 15 minutes over medium heat stirring constantly, until mixture coats a metal spoon. Remove custard from heat and stir in vanilla. Place saucepan in a large bowl of ice water until custard cools stirring frequently; then refrigerate custard until thoroughly chilled.
In a large chilled bowl, combine heavy cream and powdered sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form. Stir in rum (if using), then fold whipped cream mixture into the cooled custard. Pour eggnog into serving bowl, and sprinkle with nutmeg. Serve immediately. 10 servings

Pik-A-Dilly Holiday Hours of Operation

Winter Hours
Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM
Saturdays 9AM-4PM
Sundays Closed

Holiday Hours
December 23rd 9AM-12Noon
December 24-28 Closed
December 29-31 9AM-5PM
January 1st, 2009 Closed