Independent mechanic in Boston area?
11-11-2010, 02:10 PM
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My neigbor's girl friend took home first prize at 'Amature Nite' a couple weeks ago.
11-12-2010, 08:03 PM
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11-18-2010, 03:29 PM
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VERY reputable engine builder with a GREAT reputation. I met with the engine builder and discussed the sequence of past events. He was very responsive and helpful and stated "I told myself I would give you this is you ever came into my shop". It was the piston build sheet from the original build of the engine. He was the original engine builder. He stated Kevin had came down and asked him what he thought had gone wrong with the rings. He explained everything to the builder. It turns out the block is steel sleeved and Kevin installed the wrong rings. The engine builder asked me not to mention him in relation to this matter. I was very appreciated of his help and obliged his request
I went back to Kevin and explained what I knew and what info I had. He denied it once again. I asked again for my rings back. He still refused. I asked him for the EBS racing receipt for the rings. He stated he couldn't find the receipt but I could talk to them and get a copy. I called them and asked for it while I was in Kevin's shop. EBS stated they would fax a copy to me. I left Kevin's shop. I no sooner got down the street when I got a call from EBS stating Kevin had just called him and told him to not give me any of the paperwork for the rings. I said ok, please provide me with a quote on the EXACT same rings he ordered and had put in my car. They were the STOCK ring gap rings for a non-sleeved car.
With information in hand, I went back to Kevin and he finally admitted that he made a mistake on the gapping and that's what caused the problem. He asked if he could fix the engine and I still buy the parts. I told him no. He then stated his insurance may cover the damage and to call him at the end of the week. I did ask requested. He told me that since I had the piston build sheet I should have given it to him prior to the build. Considering I had given my word to the turbo specialist not to mention his evolvement in providing me with the piston build sheet , I just sat puzzled and realized that he is the mechanic shouldn’t he know this or at least know how obtain the proper information to get the job done? He told me, “Go ahead and sue me”.
He spent a lot of time and effort to hide his mistake. He is one of the most deceptive people I've ever met. Lesson learned: A PPI from the guy who built it and is selling it in retrospect is probably a bad idea. He ended up getting a $1000 for helping sell it.
I posted something on Facebook about what had happened and was inundated with stories of how others had bad experiences with Randolph as well. He has left as long line of people who have had similar experiences and my recommendation is to steer clear.
I have used others mechanics and had many successful experiences to say that Randolph is not the norm! Rick Hetherington is very knowledgeable and has repeatedly provided great service, workmanship and results. Conway Autoworks ended up putting my 944T back together with a new motor from Lindsey Racing. I'm happy with the end result from both companies. Lindsey has been very helpful through the whole process and I would do business with them again any day.
I have every piece of documentation I mention in either hardcopy or email and will be happy to share with anyone who asks.
I went back to Kevin and explained what I knew and what info I had. He denied it once again. I asked again for my rings back. He still refused. I asked him for the EBS racing receipt for the rings. He stated he couldn't find the receipt but I could talk to them and get a copy. I called them and asked for it while I was in Kevin's shop. EBS stated they would fax a copy to me. I left Kevin's shop. I no sooner got down the street when I got a call from EBS stating Kevin had just called him and told him to not give me any of the paperwork for the rings. I said ok, please provide me with a quote on the EXACT same rings he ordered and had put in my car. They were the STOCK ring gap rings for a non-sleeved car.
With information in hand, I went back to Kevin and he finally admitted that he made a mistake on the gapping and that's what caused the problem. He asked if he could fix the engine and I still buy the parts. I told him no. He then stated his insurance may cover the damage and to call him at the end of the week. I did ask requested. He told me that since I had the piston build sheet I should have given it to him prior to the build. Considering I had given my word to the turbo specialist not to mention his evolvement in providing me with the piston build sheet , I just sat puzzled and realized that he is the mechanic shouldn’t he know this or at least know how obtain the proper information to get the job done? He told me, “Go ahead and sue me”.
He spent a lot of time and effort to hide his mistake. He is one of the most deceptive people I've ever met. Lesson learned: A PPI from the guy who built it and is selling it in retrospect is probably a bad idea. He ended up getting a $1000 for helping sell it.
I posted something on Facebook about what had happened and was inundated with stories of how others had bad experiences with Randolph as well. He has left as long line of people who have had similar experiences and my recommendation is to steer clear.
I have used others mechanics and had many successful experiences to say that Randolph is not the norm! Rick Hetherington is very knowledgeable and has repeatedly provided great service, workmanship and results. Conway Autoworks ended up putting my 944T back together with a new motor from Lindsey Racing. I'm happy with the end result from both companies. Lindsey has been very helpful through the whole process and I would do business with them again any day.
I have every piece of documentation I mention in either hardcopy or email and will be happy to share with anyone who asks.
