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Old 10-16-2015, 11:41 PM   #169
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Just wanted to say thanks to Neal for installing my overpipe, front pipe, and catback yesterday at his shop. Everything went as planned and was a super quick install. One thing I'd like to point out that Neal did was he took his time to adjust the exhaust to make sure the tips were centered and even in the rear. I was actually quite amazed at this because I wasn't expecting for him to go the extra mile like that. Most shops probably would have just slapped on the exhaust and called your exhaust poor quality because it didn't line up completely centered in the rear. Thanks again Neal for such an awesome install on my FR-S. Looking forward to talking to you about doing the 30k mile service on my FR-S.

I'll post up more pictures of the completed product. Unfortunately I only got 2 pictures at the shop before my phone died. Oh well
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Old 10-22-2015, 02:49 PM   #171
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I don't know, I wouldn't trust a mechanic in flip-flops...
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Old 10-22-2015, 03:47 PM   #172
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One thing I'd like to point out that Neal did was he took his time to adjust the exhaust to make sure the tips were centered and even in the rear. I was actually quite amazed at this because I wasn't expecting for him to go the extra mile like that.
Neal did the same for me when he installed my catback. Even grabbed me to look at it before bolting everything down.

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Old 10-22-2015, 04:31 PM   #173
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Just wanted to add another +1 to this thread for Neal.

I went to him recently for a brake bleed before a recent track day, something I wouldn't really think twice about. Luckily Neal takes his work seriously and he explained to me how he checks the bleed valves twice over to make sure they are good and tight.

Well, when I went to the track day, there was a very fast Challenger there who apparently did not get his brakes bled by a trusted mechanic like Neal, so while coming down the back straight at Thunderhill at about 120 MPH he lost his brakes (a bleed valve came undone). Luckily he found a way to slow the car down and barely tap a barrier.

When he revealed this info to the group after we all got red-flagged, I was just thinking how great it is that I have a mechanic like Neal that I can trust my car with.
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Old 10-22-2015, 05:20 PM   #174
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Just wanted to add another +1 to this thread for Neal.

I went to him recently for a brake bleed before a recent track day, something I wouldn't really think twice about. Luckily Neal takes his work seriously and he explained to me how he checks the bleed valves twice over to make sure they are good and tight.

Well, when I went to the track day, there was a very fast Challenger there who apparently did not get his brakes bled by a trusted mechanic like Neal, so while coming down the back straight at Thunderhill at about 120 MPH he lost his brakes (a bleed valve came undone). Luckily he found a way to slow the car down and barely tap a barrier.

When he revealed this info to the group after we all got red-flagged, I was just thinking how great it is that I have a mechanic like Neal that I can trust my car with.
I saw the after pictures of that guys car. He got VERY VERY lucky he only needs a new rear bumper.

Glad you were happy with the work!
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Old 10-22-2015, 05:25 PM   #175
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Hey! Its hot here in Concord
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Old 10-24-2015, 08:23 PM   #176
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This is the 3rd time I used Neal's shop. He always hooks it up with the best advice and deals. Got my flex fuel kit, fuel pump, injectors, and a base tune done at the shop. He even gave me a ride to Bart even though it was walking distance. Says a lot about the guy. He didn't do the base tune, Eric from elite performance did, but he got a me a deep discount for the tune + connected me with Eric to get the final tune and dyno done. Thanks Neal see you again soon.
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Old 10-24-2015, 09:37 PM   #177
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It should come as no surprise by now, but chalk up another happy customer of The Racers Line! Echoing all the other reviews, I had some work done today by Neal and had a great experience.

Neal and crew were all super friendly and I especially liked being able to watch the install and ask questions. Despite my constant blabbing Neal still finished the job in a timely fashion and I could tell he takes a lot of pride in his work.

I also watched @shaynek's install and again was impressed by how effortless Neal made the whole thing look.

Thanks again Neal! I'll be back in the future once I decide on suspension and in the mean time I'll be recommending you to fellow twin owners looking for parts or installs.
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Old 10-24-2015, 11:43 PM   #178
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Thank you guys! The feedback and reviews from all of my customers, are what really help me and this little business grow!

Here are some pictures from today.
@EastBayCanuck was first in this morning to have his new OFH installed:




Then @Clipdat with his new Greddy catback:






Lastly, @shaynek for another OFH and @Clipdat 's slightly used catback




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Thanks for the install!! Neal is the MAN!!!!
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Neal is definitely the man. What a cool dude. Glad to have him around locally.
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Forgot to post from this past week! @derpz86 brought his car in for a big service, and a few other bits. Look out for this car, as it is going to be a serious monster soon!



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Old 11-01-2015, 02:31 PM   #182
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