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Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 11 2018, 12:29 PM

As the thread title states, I'd like to take a moment to say a long overdue thank you, and give a ringing endorsement to 2 of the people that make the 914 community, in general, great! Our very own - Mark De Bernardi, otherwise known as the venerable - McMark, owner of Original Customs in Grand Rapids Michigan (for any newbies), and Garold Shaffer, 914 hoarder/dismantler/parts maven extraordinaire/etc./etc. of 914ecology in Portage Indiana - both are just all around great people!

A few months back, I required and requested help from Mark & Garold on the transfer of a vehicle, as well as a few parts that went along with it. Original Customs ended up being the meet-up & tansfer location.

As those hectic moments trying to arrange & co-ordinate things while working too many hours, on too little sleep go - plans morph & change on the fly, (originally Mark was supposed to do a PPI for me, but thats another story )
It was like a high speed train wreck in super slow motion

let's just say, things could've gone smoother had my communication been a little better.

Anyway, in the end things worked out well, I saw Marks shop & projects, we all hung out for a bit & had a good time - other people showed up & new friends were even made, Hi CarmaroMike!

I can't thank Mark & Garold enough, 2 stand up guys in our community - they are what make it a great one!

I will definitely be utilizing them both for my own future projects, and will support them both in any way I can.
I urge anyone reading this who may need the services of one of these fine gentlemen to have no fear or worries, they are rock solid - Thank you so much guys!!!

Posted by: 914Sixer Aug 11 2018, 07:10 PM

Long standing members and good all around guys

Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 11 2018, 09:03 PM

Aww shucks, glad to help. Besides we did find some good beer up there.

Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 11 2018, 09:49 PM

Heck yeah we did, We need to make a lunch beer drive again some day here soon!

Posted by: McMark Aug 12 2018, 10:08 AM

Happy to help and definitely happy to hang and talk 914s anytime.

Posted by: Camaro Mike Aug 16 2018, 07:17 PM

Agreed, these two are great and both have been a huge help with my 914 habit.

Anytime you want to gather over a cold one and talk 914s, count me in.

Posted by: morsmanlaw Aug 18 2018, 09:32 PM

Garold is becoming my go-to guy for used parts in good condition and at very reasonable prices. He responds quickly to inquiries and gets the parts out the same way. Thanks, Garold!

Posted by: brynkahrl Dec 14 2020, 04:03 AM

Thanks, Guys! I was looking for some 914 help in the midwest! This is great!