FYI: "Buick Friendly" Auto Repair & Performance Shops... - Page 3

GrndNatnl · 01-25-2004, 11:01 AM

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NCBuickGN · 01-25-2004, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by GrndNatnl

We can do it,

on time

and properly.

Satisfaction is guaranteed.

TRUDESIGN WHEEL, INC.
12200 W. 52ND AVE., #4
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
1-800-621-6436 -- TOLL FREE!

Thank you,

JIM LYON,
OWNER, FOUNDER, AND OPERATOR
TRUDESIGN WHEEL, INC.

==============================================

Sounds like a winner! I'd trust them.

Have seen several positive posts recommending them.

RKHiPerformance · 01-30-2004, 11:06 AM

As previously mentioned, some recommendations for body shops would also be helpful. It's time to spray one of our cars, and I'd like to find someone we can trust.

twistedT · 07-11-2004, 11:24 AM

BERREL AUTO REPAIR
1836 Old York Rd. Abington ,PA 215-659-8549
dale or chris. both have fast gn's i think dales runs 8's

Wagondraggin · 08-04-2004, 07:35 AM

DAVE DANTONIO WORKS AT THE SUBARU DEALERSHIP IN MURRAYSVILLE PA . HE IS A GREAT MECHANIC AND KNOWS THESE CARS WELL OWNS A COUPLE HIMSELF... PLUS A FEW COOL HYBRIDS

T-Type twin · 08-26-2004, 08:44 PM

I have seen a shop and heard a little about it in Wayne/Butler (Northern)N.J called "Stage 1". They are located on Rt 23 N in Wayne I believe. You'll always see GN's sittin in front of the shop, but I personally do not have any experience with them. If anyone knows about them, please let me know.

FlyinGN · 08-27-2004, 06:11 AM

Thats Rob's shop. Hes primarily into Older cars but he does do work on TR's too. Never heard anything bad about him..

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Originally posted by T-Type twin
I have seen a shop and heard a little about it in Wayne/Butler (Northern)N.J called "Stage 1". They are located on Rt 23 N in Wayne I believe. You'll always see GN's sittin in front of the shop, but I personally do not have any experience with them. If anyone knows about them, please let me know.

6-strong · 09-08-2004, 11:08 PM

here is a story about a latin guy buy the
name of jose who has a shop in camden
and does wonders on gn's he is not on
the internet and is a quiet guy oh! and by the way his GN does 8"s
And his master was dan smith

jose Camden Nj
(609)841-1553

wdunfee · 06-25-2005, 08:15 AM

Having deal with alot of the shops mentioned and just read this post, I thought i would share .. first, dave hentz is no longer doing buicks, said they were junk and is going in other directions.. second, dan smith is a good machinist but a horrible installer-had to replace cam and lifters as well as hot wire altenator [corrected by jim dunn and bill anderson- highly recommend either] steve kaminski is currently working on my newest acquistion - bye-bye birdie.. getting it to past delaware inspection, then will fatting up for track. but still needs updating in other areas .. body shop - BEAR COLLISION Rt 72 wrangle hill rd bear del 832 7199 , did my 1987 WE-4 stripped ,nose and bumpers off, glass pulled for 3500.00 .. thats all for now..

QWIK- 6 · 07-02-2005, 04:10 PM

Just wanted to jump in and say Jim Dunn has been the Turbo Doc on my car since I purchased it. I would highly recommend Jim and the rest of the surgeons at Buick Turbo Performance.Excellent work Jim.

Carmen

Purple87SS · 01-27-2006, 07:00 PM

TTT

Just wanted to add my mechanic of choice!

Michael's Automotive & Transmissions
White Horse Pike
Waterford , NJ
856-753-0035

Mike worked and tuned my WE4 and it is running awesome. He owns two TR's, one hot air, one intercooled. He is a certified mechanic, and recently opened his own shop. He knows his sh*t, and is a great guy. I HIGHLY RECOMEND HIM!!!!!
He also is working on my 87 SS too!

Thanks
Jason

stizkidz · 03-29-2006, 12:55 PM

Steve Kaminski
Southern NJ
(856) 881-3235

Who is this? Where is he located?

1985GN · 05-21-2007, 06:19 PM

Fast Company Performance
Central NJ area
732-814-8227 ask for Nick or Email me at GN85Turbo6@aol.com

engine building, tuning, alky installs, and much much more

Saladin45 · 08-20-2007, 03:20 PM

Are any of these shops good with body work? Possibly replacement of a roof?

JayGord · 10-30-2007, 12:34 AM

I want to Give thumbs up to Jim Dunn and Mike of Micheals Automotive & Transmissions.
Dunn pretty much did all the work to my car except and not one complaint. Very honest, helpful and just good guy all around. When I had my tranny messing up on me he actually told me to go to Micheals because he would be cheaper and better then He would! How many mechanics do that?

And well for Mike,.... Same as above execpt for the part recommending himself for himself

01-25-2004, 11:01 AM	#31 (permalink)
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01-30-2004, 11:06 AM	#33 (permalink)
RKHiPerformance www.MetcoMotorsports.com Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Anderson, SC Posts: 297	As previously mentioned, some recommendations for body shops would also be helpful. It's time to spray one of our cars, and I'd like to find someone we can trust. __________________ 2010 Camaro RS/SS 2009 Challenger SRT8 1986 Monte Carlo SS (GN-Powered) http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e2...ance/MCTBS.jpg 1984 Monte Carlo SS (Rat-Powered) http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e2...e/bbff9b48.jpg www.MetcoMotorsports.com

07-11-2004, 11:24 AM	#34 (permalink)
twistedT Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: abington, PA Posts: 96	BERREL AUTO REPAIR 1836 Old York Rd. Abington ,PA 215-659-8549 dale or chris. both have fast gn's i think dales runs 8's __________________ 2nd t new setup te60, d5, hooker exh., kb headers, translator plus, tt chip , wr wheels nitto dr's. , ported upper/lower ported 8445's w/ valves. , cas v4, green stripes. need more time and money

08-04-2004, 07:35 AM	#35 (permalink)
Wagondraggin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh pa Posts: 155	DAVE DANTONIO WORKS AT THE SUBARU DEALERSHIP IN MURRAYSVILLE PA . HE IS A GREAT MECHANIC AND KNOWS THESE CARS WELL OWNS A COUPLE HIMSELF... PLUS A FEW COOL HYBRIDS __________________ 1984 buick t type turbo 400 3000 stall 1973 240z 85 gn motor and trans **TWIN TURBO Hotair project* stage one weight reduction (removed 20 lbs of mouse nesting material from the dash) front halved dodge diplomat subframe back halved.. home spun four link 12 bolt posi 3.73

08-26-2004, 08:44 PM	#36 (permalink)
T-Type twin Talking alot of Hot Air Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Newark, New Jersey Posts: 96	Auto Shop in NJ I have seen a shop and heard a little about it in Wayne/Butler (Northern)N.J called "Stage 1". They are located on Rt 23 N in Wayne I believe. You'll always see GN's sittin in front of the shop, but I personally do not have any experience with them. If anyone knows about them, please let me know. __________________ 1984 Red Hot Air T-Type w/Factory Sunroof, climate control, and digital dash. Would like to go sub 13's and lookin for all the help I can get! Follow the progress at www.myfirstbuickt-type.50megs.com P.S. I'm "Racemybuick's" twin....if ya didn't already know.

09-08-2004, 11:08 PM	#38 (permalink)
6-strong Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 90	wow here is a story about a latin guy buy the name of jose who has a shop in camden and does wonders on gn's he is not on the internet and is a quiet guy oh! and by the way his GN does 8"s And his master was dan smith jose Camden Nj (609)841-1553 __________________ 86 TA-49 42.5inj warblo 340 hot wire adj-fuel press-reg kenne bell 70mm throttle body and wires mease stock loc 24 row intercooler,160 therm, 2800 cfm, 3-inch DP,to dump cap no cat, ss 2-3/4 exh mag muff,HRP upper & lower control arms ,twin A-pillar tach & boost gauge "Line Locks"

06-25-2005, 08:15 AM	#39 (permalink)
wdunfee 1987we4 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: wilm. del Posts: 689	My Opinion Having deal with alot of the shops mentioned and just read this post, I thought i would share .. first, dave hentz is no longer doing buicks, said they were junk and is going in other directions.. second, dan smith is a good machinist but a horrible installer-had to replace cam and lifters as well as hot wire altenator [corrected by jim dunn and bill anderson- highly recommend either] steve kaminski is currently working on my newest acquistion - bye-bye birdie.. getting it to past delaware inspection, then will fatting up for track. but still needs updating in other areas .. body shop - BEAR COLLISION Rt 72 wrangle hill rd bear del 832 7199 , did my 1987 WE-4 stripped ,nose and bumpers off, glass pulled for 3500.00 .. thats all for now..

07-02-2005, 04:10 PM	#40 (permalink)
QWIK- 6 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Prospect Park PA. Posts: 41	Just wanted to jump in and say Jim Dunn has been the Turbo Doc on my car since I purchased it. I would highly recommend Jim and the rest of the surgeons at Buick Turbo Performance.Excellent work Jim. Carmen

01-27-2006, 07:00 PM	#41 (permalink)
Purple87SS Will Boost 4 Boobies!!! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,681	TTT Just wanted to add my mechanic of choice! Michael's Automotive & Transmissions White Horse Pike Waterford , NJ 856-753-0035 Mike worked and tuned my WE4 and it is running awesome. He owns two TR's, one hot air, one intercooled. He is a certified mechanic, and recently opened his own shop. He knows his sht, and is a great guy. I HIGHLY RECOMEND HIM!!!!! He also is working on my 87 SS too! Thanks Jason __________________ MAGNA- Dir. of Public Relations 1987 TURBO* T WE4(1 of 1547) "Yeah, it's only a !" CPT 66BB,210/215 roller cam, Harland Sharp 1.55 roller rockers, Bronsonian Stage 3 porting, 65lbs injectors, Michael's Built 200 trans w/ Art Carr 9" 3200stall L/U converter, Razor's Alkycontrol, Thundefab SLIC, RJC Power Plate,RJC Boost controller, TT 5.6 Alky chip, Mease 3" downpipe w/ dump and Innovative LC-1 WB, Hotwired Walbro 340, Hooker Aerochamber Duals, K&N w/ LT1 MAF & Translator, 4" RJC MAF pipe, ATR rear sway bar and PS airbag, boxed stock lower control arms, KYB shocks, Weld Draglites wrapped in Mickey's, Huber drive shaft loop, Huber laptop stand, Powerlogger & Scanmaster 2.1 Best to date:11.59@115.3 Best mph- 118 mph 1987 Monte Carlo SS- "Purple People Eater" 2007 Chevy TrailBlazer SS- "Daily Driver"

03-29-2006, 12:55 PM	#42 (permalink)
stizkidz Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Egg Harbor Twp, NJ Posts: 63	Steve Kaminski Southern NJ (856) 881-3235 Who is this? Where is he located?

05-21-2007, 06:19 PM	#43 (permalink)
1985GN Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Seaside Park Posts: 242	Fast Company Performance Central NJ area 732-814-8227 ask for Nick or Email me at GN85Turbo6@aol.com engine building, tuning, alky installs, and much much more __________________ AlkyControl.com

08-20-2007, 03:20 PM	#44 (permalink)
Saladin45 TURBOCHARGED ANYONE? Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 356	Are any of these shops good with body work? Possibly replacement of a roof?

10-30-2007, 12:34 AM	#45 (permalink)
JayGord Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 55	I want to Give thumbs up to Jim Dunn and Mike of Micheals Automotive & Transmissions. Dunn pretty much did all the work to my car except and not one complaint. Very honest, helpful and just good guy all around. When I had my tranny messing up on me he actually told me to go to Micheals because he would be cheaper and better then He would! How many mechanics do that? And well for Mike,.... Same as above execpt for the part recommending himself for himself

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