[Chief of the 60's]

So..... A "local" guy can't make a mistake, screw things up or get defective parts? Don't kid yourself, go where you know they know what they are doing and have a good track record. Even the pros can have a F-up. Just watch any major NHRA event. And those guys are unequivocally the best of the best.

[Formulajones]

Originally Posted by Chief of the 60's

go where you know they know what they are doing and have a good track record.

Exactly!! Local doesn't mean much, finding someone that does the job right is more important. If it's 30 minutes from the house, then that's great, but that is definitely not a decision maker for me. I'm not afraid to drive somewhere.

[68 461 Bird]

Originally Posted by Chief of the 60's

So..... A "local" guy can't make a mistake, screw things up or get defective parts? Don't kid yourself, go where you know they know what they are doing and have a good track record. Even the pros can have a F-up. Just watch any major NHRA event. And those guys are unequivocally the best of the best.

When I mentioned local, I followed it up within a "days drive" which to me is anywhere from 8 to 15 hours of driving to a reputable shop/builder. Never said local guys can't screw things up, you did. It's easier to work with someone you can meet up with face to face than someone on the other side of the country which has been stated already.

[Chief of the 60's]

Originally Posted by 68 461 Bird

When I mentioned local, I followed it up within a "days drive" which to me is anywhere from 8 to 15 hours of driving to a reputable shop/builder. Never said local guys can't screw things up, you did. It's easier to work with someone you can meet up with face to face than someone on the other side of the country which has been stated already.

It was a general statement. Don't take it personal unless you're guilty of something. Like I said, even the pros have hiccups. The difference is that you can deal with a guy 1000 miles away that knows his s hit when it comes to building engines, especially Pontiacs, or you can deal with a guy 10 miles away that works on dirt cars and says, "I always wanted to build one of those Pontiacs". The difference is that you will have a better chance at a fail with the guy 10 miles away.

[68 461 Bird]

Originally Posted by Chief of the 60's

It was a general statement. Don't take it personal unless you're guilty of something. Like I said, even the pros have hiccups. The difference is that you can deal with a guy 1000 miles away that knows his s hit when it comes to building engines, especially Pontiacs, or you can deal with a guy 10 miles away that works on dirt cars and says, "I always wanted to build one of those Pontiacs". The difference is that you will have a better chance at a fail with the guy 10 miles away.

Sorry, it looked like it was directed at me since it was right after mine. I usually agree with you as I do with you on this topic.