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List of services provided by members? - OM616 - 07-10-2012
I was not sure where to post this, so I guess here is as good a place as any.
I have a machine / welding shop and have done some work for some members on this forum and PP (currently have a M119 bell housing project with 4 PP members).
There are some STD members who are rebuilding Injectors, making interior parts, IP work, etc, and thought it would be great if there was a place where some one could go to find out if a member offers a service that one needed, like the tool rental list.
I know it gets tricky as this would be advertising, and I would not have a problem "donating" something reasonable to the forum to balance the exposure, but I don't want to speak for everyone.
With the economy going down the drain, we need to stick together.
Any thoughts?
RE: List of services provided by members? - larsalan - 07-10-2012
man, I thought I heard enough buzz around here about turbo converting 616s. And there was those custom billet relocation plates for the 617s but that got messed up as I recall.
How about someone to come change my oil and adjust the valves? I'm paying a 6pack
RE: List of services provided by members? - aaa - 07-10-2012
Personally I think it's a great idea. We'd need a way to keep it up to date though, as the services drop over time.
RE: List of services provided by members? - Simpler=Better - 07-11-2012
I can occasionally provide small job machine work.
RE: List of services provided by members? - OM616 - 07-11-2012
(07-10-2012, 09:11 PM)aaa Personally I think it's a great idea. We'd need a way to keep it up to date though, as the services drop over time.
I agree, there are several of us with similar capabilities but in different parts of the country, so location of the member would be important for someone looking to have something done.
As far as keeping it current, this would be a business transaction and members would be intrusting someone they have not met with their property, so if someone who is offering a service, and will no longer offering it can't remove the listing, or request the listing to be removed, then they should not be offering to do any work in the first place.
Additionally, if customers can post comments about their experience with the members service, (quality, price, etc.) that would help keep the quality up.
One mistake that people who work at a shop make is that they think they can do some personal work on the side, but that not a good business model, it never works out in the long run, I say only members who own the machines, and that have control over work flow should be offering to take on other members projects, but that is just MOP.
Again, this was just a thought, if the logistics or politics are too tricky that’s cool, I'm not looking to add more BS to anyone’s life lol.
RE: List of services provided by members? - Simpler=Better - 07-11-2012
(07-11-2012, 11:12 AM)OM616 One mistake that people who work at a shop make is that they think they can do some personal work on the side, but that not a good business model, it never works out in the long run, I say only members who own the machines, and that have control over work flow should be offering to take on other members projects, but that is just MOP.
I see it as more of a favor type thing, and a little cash to cover the trouble.
How about a Special work / tools / etc section on the forums? They have one over at CF and it works well. Put up an ad of what you need done, guys with time/ machines reply.
RE: List of services provided by members? - OM616 - 07-11-2012
(07-11-2012, 11:56 AM)Simpler=Better(07-11-2012, 11:12 AM)OM616 One mistake that people who work at a shop make is that they think they can do some personal work on the side, but that not a good business model, it never works out in the long run, I say only members who own the machines, and that have control over work flow should be offering to take on other members projects, but that is just MOP.
I see it as more of a favor type thing, and a little cash to cover the trouble.
How about a Special work / tools / etc section on the forums? They have one over at CF and it works well. Put up an ad of what you need done, guys with time/ machines reply.
That may be a better idea. If there is a good example of a format that works well, why not copy it! lol
I was thinking that how I put that sounded stuck up, was not my intension. I have seen too many times that someone takes advantage of their access to equipment and the boss catches them and puts an end to it mid way through a job, which creates a bad vibe. I like your idea of posting a need and those that can do it respond, that way it is less likely for someone to get more work than they can handle.
It really does not matter to me how it is executed, I just thought it would be a win win win.
RE: List of services provided by members? - Greazzer - 07-12-2012
Howdy,
I do injectors on the side. I believe I have a proven track record with dozens and dozens of 4 & 5 sets rebuilt. So far, 100% customer satisfaction. I charge a very competitive $50 per set plus $10 postage ($200 insurance, tracking, priority mail thru USPS). General turn around time is 48 hours (that's a full 48 hours). If you end up getting new nozzles within 1 year, I do a re-do for $25.00 plus postage (must be same injector bodies). Thanks. Greazzer, Columbia, SC
RE: List of services provided by members? - martureo - 07-12-2012
Hey guys.
I rebuild/reseal/adjust w123 and w126 power steering boxes.
After debating the pricing for awhile and getting yelled at for having too low a price by my wife each box is $135 with a $45 core. Shipping on average is $30 (no, they won't fit in the flat rate boxes).
I'm pretty flexible on when I get cores back and I'll be bringing boxes to any MBZ event I go to. I also travel to Florida every summer, the Eastern Shor of Maryland, the York, PA area and to the South of Chicago and could be talked into bringing a box along.
If anyone has interest in any other box types I'd be interested in trying to expand my range. Right now I'm looking forward to adjusting Greazzer's w123 2 generation mechanical box.
If you're interested in what exactly happens you can check out the "Reconditioning of Steering Gear" section in the w123 FSM or look at Army's thread here on PP. (great pictures)
RE: List of services provided by members? - sassparilla_kid - 07-14-2012
I'm just wondering, if anybody who has experience would be interested in doing the pre-combustion chamber mods? To me it seems like something some people might be interested in. Just my $.02
RE: List of services provided by members? - Purplecomputer - 07-26-2012
anyone fix A/C's? do mine for a 6pack of your favorite beer please
RE: List of services provided by members? - Captain America - 07-31-2012
(07-11-2012, 11:56 AM)Simpler=Better ... Put up an ad of what you need done, guys with time/ machines reply.
I think this can work out great!
I myself can TIG weld small steel and aluminum parts, and if your local to SoCal, I can do big stuff including fabrication.
Some of my work
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.327853273916128.86620.100000743750007&type=3&l=e308d983ed
RE: List of services provided by members? - winmutt - 10-08-2012
I think this is a great idea. I will post an official thread and take submissions via PM. Any verified complaints with listees and you will get revoked!
RE: List of services provided by members? - Greazzer - 10-09-2012
Any leads on any folks who do or know of ceramic coating companies ? NOT HOT JETT ! Too pricey
RE: List of services provided by members? - Simpler=Better - 10-09-2012
(10-09-2012, 08:27 AM)Greazzer Any leads on any folks who do or know of ceramic coating companies ? NOT HOT JETT ! Too pricey
Just wrap it up! I've been running el cheapo generic wrap on my Ninja. It has thin, single-walled aftermarket pipes that were a little rusty when I put it on , and I forgot to paint it. Been running for 3 years, hot/cold/hot/cold/rain/hot/cold/etc. The only trick is to let it idle for a bit and dry after driving in the rain. I'll be wrapping my DD's manifold and pipes next chance I get.
RE: List of services provided by members? - w123love - 10-09-2012
Olympic Coatings in Escondido, (San Diego) CA. They did mine, and were cheap.