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dantimdad · 08-19-2014, 12:00 PM

I saw one of the most awful things. This guy was "restoring" a 66 SWB step BBW for a veterinarian. Orignal V8/auto truck. I picked out about 9 different things from 20 feet away that were wrong and when I walked up to it, I could see the starts to a "repair" in the eyebrow.

There was a hole as big as my fist and in it was a wad of aluminum windows screen and he was starting to literally scoop bondo over it.

The vet is only about 3 blocks from his shop and he is supposedly paying the guy 9 grand to restore it because it was his father's who was the original owner.

What should I do? I don't really know the vet but it just eats at me what this jerk is doing.

BTW, I acted like I was admiring the truck but, he wouldn't let me take a picture of it. I wonder why?

Steven

flashed · 08-19-2014, 12:29 PM

I would have to go tell the vet what you saw and hopefully prevent any further shoddy repairs .I would want someone to do the same for me.

Slow Build · 08-19-2014, 12:32 PM

x2

If you don't want to get involved you could just send or drop a note off to his office suggesting that he check on his "restoration".

donthekawguy · 08-19-2014, 12:36 PM

I would snitch on him in a second! 9K is a lot of money to throw away on work that will have to be done again in a couple of years. Would you want someone to tell you? I would and I would spread the word about the guy who was doing the "work" to save others the pain.

**PGSigns** · 08-19-2014, 01:16 PM

I wouldn't drop a dime on the dude. I would drop the entire dollar on him. Screen and bondo won't be there long, no reason for such work.
Jimmy

Jasons65 · 08-19-2014, 01:33 PM

I would definitely let the guy know, even if you just drop a note, that's unacceptable.

1963c-10 · 08-19-2014, 01:37 PM

Let him know....if it was mine I'd hope someone would tell me. Its his $ and he needs to make the call on what to do.

LVPhotos · 08-19-2014, 01:41 PM

I have seen $10,000 paint jobs sent back. Just give the guy a heads up.

markeb01 · 08-19-2014, 02:13 PM

I'd let him know too. Then it's up to him whether he listens or not.

dantimdad · 08-19-2014, 03:00 PM

OK, I agree. I would want someone to tell me. I figure the shop owner won't know who told on him anyhow. (these dudes around this area will shoot ya if you cause them trouble)

I think I will write a note describing the issues with the "restoration" and drop it off to the vet.

Thanks guys!

cg285 · 08-19-2014, 03:05 PM

well back in the day the used car lots just put cardboard over the hole and mudded it up. so he's a step above that

dantimdad · 08-19-2014, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by cg285

well back in the day the used car lots just put cardboard over the hole and mudded it up. so he's a step above that

LOL! That's pretty sad when window screen is a step up!

TJ's Chevy · 08-19-2014, 09:39 PM

I agree...let they guy know. Stuff like this needs to be addressed. At the Saw Shop I work at..there's no such thing as a P*SS poor job.....and if one of us mechanics does one...either we get fired..or a serious chew out. lol Of course the guy wouldn't want you to take a picture! You'd be showing what he's trying to hide! LOL!

63burban · 08-19-2014, 11:19 PM

The old Bondo kits had screen in the kit. Old timers also would remember that Black Magic never really dried.

LostMy65 · 08-20-2014, 01:18 AM

If you really want to remain anonymous, you could put the letter in the mail with no return address.

AcampoDave · 08-20-2014, 10:30 AM

I know someone who got burned in a bodywork deal. He didn't want to pay the big bucks but wanted it to be done. Hired a "sidework" guy and now it's cracking and falling out. Is the hack in this case a real shop? If so the Better Business Bureau should be notified. If it's not a real shop and your information regarding their "contract" is second hand, you might tell the veterinarian what you saw, but I personally would stay out of a sideline buisness deal. You don't want to get caught up in any kind of tweeked out backwoods autobody b.s.

scanman · 08-20-2014, 10:47 AM

I would have the restoration guy neutered by the vet ! That seems fair.

dantimdad · 08-20-2014, 11:21 AM

I dropped a note off last night.

It's a business actually. But it's listed as a used tire store.

Steven

AcampoDave · 08-20-2014, 11:31 PM

You're a good man!

Bullett · 08-21-2014, 08:38 PM

Agreed, you did the right thing. I am a believer that good things happen to people who do good things.

66Submarine · 08-21-2014, 09:01 PM

Yeah, guys like that suck.

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Originally Posted by TJ's Chevy

I agree...let they guy know. Stuff like this needs to be addressed. At the Saw Shop I work at..there's no such thing as a P*SS poor job.....and if one of us mechanics does one...either we get fired..or a serious chew out. lol Of course the guy wouldn't want you to take a picture! You'd be showing what he's trying to hide! LOL!

OT, but what kind of saw work do you do, TJ?

08-19-2014, 12:00 PM	#1
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	What would you do? I saw one of the most awful things. This guy was "restoring" a 66 SWB step BBW for a veterinarian. Orignal V8/auto truck. I picked out about 9 different things from 20 feet away that were wrong and when I walked up to it, I could see the starts to a "repair" in the eyebrow. There was a hole as big as my fist and in it was a wad of aluminum windows screen and he was starting to literally scoop bondo over it. The vet is only about 3 blocks from his shop and he is supposedly paying the guy 9 grand to restore it because it was his father's who was the original owner. What should I do? I don't really know the vet but it just eats at me what this jerk is doing. BTW, I acted like I was admiring the truck but, he wouldn't let me take a picture of it. I wonder why? Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

08-19-2014, 12:29 PM	#2
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: What would you do? I would have to go tell the vet what you saw and hopefully prevent any further shoddy repairs .I would want someone to do the same for me.

08-19-2014, 12:32 PM	#3
Slow Build Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: California Delta Posts: 2,163	Re: What would you do? x2 If you don't want to get involved you could just send or drop a note off to his office suggesting that he check on his "restoration". __________________ Name: Rich Current Ride: 1964 C-10 Short Fleetside Daily Driver: 2005 GMC crew cab short fleetside /2001 Chevy Tahoe Past GM Trucks: 1959 GMC short stepside 1968 GMC short stepside-4x4 1973 Chevy short stepside 1989 Chevy short fleetside-reg cab 1993 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab 2002 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab Save the dinosaurs, use synthetic oil. Last edited by Slow Build; 08-19-2014 at 12:41 PM.

08-19-2014, 12:36 PM	#4
donthekawguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rathdrum ID Posts: 1,129	Re: What would you do? I would snitch on him in a second! 9K is a lot of money to throw away on work that will have to be done again in a couple of years. Would you want someone to tell you? I would and I would spread the word about the guy who was doing the "work" to save others the pain. __________________ 66 shorty

08-19-2014, 01:16 PM	#5
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: What would you do? I wouldn't drop a dime on the dude. I would drop the entire dollar on him. Screen and bondo won't be there long, no reason for such work. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

08-19-2014, 01:33 PM	#6
Jasons65 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Bear, DE Posts: 66	Re: What would you do? I would definitely let the guy know, even if you just drop a note, that's unacceptable. __________________ 1965 SBFS BBW Soon to be Restomod Daily Driver 1972 Chevy Nova-Pro Touring

08-19-2014, 01:37 PM	#7
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: What would you do? Let him know....if it was mine I'd hope someone would tell me. Its his $ and he needs to make the call on what to do. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

08-19-2014, 01:41 PM	#8
LVPhotos Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,857	Re: What would you do? I have seen $10,000 paint jobs sent back. Just give the guy a heads up. __________________ 1962 shortbed 408cui small block, TKO 600 5-speed, bagged Porterbuilt suspension. 18" Salt Flats http://www.cardomain.com/ride/332579...t-c-k-pick-up/ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=560081

08-19-2014, 02:13 PM	#9
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: What would you do? I'd let him know too. Then it's up to him whether he listens or not. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

08-19-2014, 03:00 PM	#10
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What would you do? OK, I agree. I would want someone to tell me. I figure the shop owner won't know who told on him anyhow. (these dudes around this area will shoot ya if you cause them trouble) I think I will write a note describing the issues with the "restoration" and drop it off to the vet. Thanks guys! __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

08-19-2014, 03:05 PM	#11
cg285 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: sumterville, florida Posts: 914	Re: What would you do? well back in the day the used car lots just put cardboard over the hole and mudded it up. so he's a step above that

08-19-2014, 09:39 PM	#13
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: What would you do? I agree...let they guy know. Stuff like this needs to be addressed. At the Saw Shop I work at..there's no such thing as a P*SS poor job.....and if one of us mechanics does one...either we get fired..or a serious chew out. lol Of course the guy wouldn't want you to take a picture! You'd be showing what he's trying to hide! LOL! __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

08-19-2014, 11:19 PM	#14
63burban Chevy addict Join Date: May 2012 Location: Iron Ridge, WI Posts: 1,085	Re: What would you do? The old Bondo kits had screen in the kit. Old timers also would remember that Black Magic never really dried.

08-20-2014, 01:18 AM	#15
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08-20-2014, 10:30 AM	#16
AcampoDave Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: central California Posts: 2,780	Re: What would you do? I know someone who got burned in a bodywork deal. He didn't want to pay the big bucks but wanted it to be done. Hired a "sidework" guy and now it's cracking and falling out. Is the hack in this case a real shop? If so the Better Business Bureau should be notified. If it's not a real shop and your information regarding their "contract" is second hand, you might tell the veterinarian what you saw, but I personally would stay out of a sideline buisness deal. You don't want to get caught up in any kind of tweeked out backwoods autobody b.s. Last edited by AcampoDave; 08-20-2014 at 10:57 AM.



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08-20-2014, 10:47 AM	#17
scanman Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Lake Ann, Mi Posts: 55	Re: What would you do? I would have the restoration guy neutered by the vet ! That seems fair.

08-20-2014, 11:21 AM	#18
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What would you do? I dropped a note off last night. It's a business actually. But it's listed as a used tire store. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

08-20-2014, 11:31 PM	#19
AcampoDave Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: central California Posts: 2,780	Re: What would you do? You're a good man!

08-21-2014, 08:38 PM	#20
Bullett Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Fairfield, Maine Posts: 302	Re: What would you do? Agreed, you did the right thing. I am a believer that good things happen to people who do good things.

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