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Shindog1961 |
Nov 29 2015, 11:42 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 196 Joined: 10-November 12 From: Santa Fe New Mexico Member No.: 15,133 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Anyone use Patrick Motorsports in Phoenix for their 914?
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SirAndy |
Nov 29 2015, 11:51 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,676 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
Bring loads of $$$ ...
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Shindog1961 |
Nov 30 2015, 12:36 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 196 Joined: 10-November 12 From: Santa Fe New Mexico Member No.: 15,133 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Recommendations? No one here wants to work on 914's anymore.
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MJHanna |
Nov 30 2015, 07:07 AM
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Does this 911 make my butt look big? Group: Members Posts: 805 Joined: 23-January 03 From: Lowry Crossing, Texas Member No.: 185 |
What kind of "work" are you looking to get done?
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Coondog |
Nov 30 2015, 07:33 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,089 Joined: 24-September 15 From: Apple Valley Calif Member No.: 19,195 Region Association: Southern California |
My 914 is in there shop right now and I live in Calif. Getting full 911 upgrades prior to having them putting in a six. Eric and the crew there are great to work with. All there staff take the time to make sure you are fully educated throughout the entire process. I was just there last week discussing some issues with some minor body work I was having done. 9 out of 10 body shops would have done a crappy looks good to the eye job. Patrick M/S explained that was not good enough and completed the job the right way even when most people would never know the difference. Are they expensive ??
Well my answer to that is you get what you pay for. |
Cairo94507 |
Nov 30 2015, 08:21 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,822 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
They are a terrific shop and know these cars inside and out. Taking your car to PMS is like going to the spa for the day. It is well pampered and done right. Oh, bring a suitcase of cash. But you definitely get what you pay for.
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0396 |
Nov 30 2015, 09:26 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,046 Joined: 13-October 03 From: L.A. Calif Member No.: 1,245 Region Association: Southern California |
PMS, great place and quality of work is equivalent to $. For those that have the coin to use them - congrats.
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Cracker |
Nov 30 2015, 09:48 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
I have bought many "parts" from PM - James is nearly always "available" and free to share his immense knowledge - a true gentleman he is! As to having "builds" or major work performed by them, well, its a matter of finances (out of the question for 99% of teener owners). I can assure you, transporting your car out of state (both ways) to a respected and knowledgeable shop will probably put you tens-of-thousands ahead (of PMS) in most cases.
PS: MOST 914 owners prefer to work on the car themselves - kind of a 914 mantra or rite of passage. This is because no matter WHO builds the car - they WILL require your attention sooner or later - better to have the insight and options to perform this inevitable task(s) yourself. All the best! Tony |
Steve |
Nov 30 2015, 09:58 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,613 Joined: 14-June 03 From: Orange County, CA Member No.: 822 Region Association: Southern California |
Ditto to the above. I used to live in Chandler AZ and visited his shop numerous times just to drool over the amazing 914 builds. IMHO second to none, but you get what you pay for. They are a one stop shop for ground up restorations and conversions.
I bought tons of stuff from them for my 914 over the years and was always satisfied with the products and service. I wish I had the money to let them restore my car. |
SKL1 |
Nov 30 2015, 10:08 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,605 Joined: 19-February 11 From: north Scottsdale Member No.: 12,732 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
They are also building a new shop/building. I think it supposed to be done in January. Right now they are spread out in several nearby locations.
Always been friendly when I've stopped by with questions etc. Stuttgart Southwest is a good shop in Tempe- they also have a body shop. I've used them and been very happy. |
Krieger |
Nov 30 2015, 10:24 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,726 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None |
Ive been very happy with the many parts I have bought from them. Very high quality.
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whitetwinturbo |
Nov 30 2015, 11:02 AM
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Honey, does this wing make my ass look fat? Group: Members Posts: 1,391 Joined: 22-October 11 From: Newport Beach/Kalefornya/USA Member No.: 13,704 Region Association: Southern California |
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0396 |
Nov 30 2015, 11:42 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,046 Joined: 13-October 03 From: L.A. Calif Member No.: 1,245 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif) Drink this: http://www.patrickmotorsports.com/project/...-blown-monster/ Nicely done, now bring $$$. |
brp986s |
Nov 30 2015, 01:15 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 434 Joined: 27-September 07 From: los angeles Member No.: 8,167 |
Their shift linkage kit for WEVO 915 is junk, and high-priced. Atleast when I bought it 5 yrs ago. Their clutch cable set up for same is/was half-baked. You can't adjust it in-situ and the tension on the cable makes installation difficult. And the cable sleeve connection at the firewall is the same diameter as the stub. Duh. And they never returned my core refund for the needed custom 915 shift rod. Called, called, called - gave up. Their spherical bearing for the shift rod at the firewall has no boot or seal, so it is exposed to dirt and water ingress - again half-baked. Probably best to think of their kits as starting points than turn-key solutions, except they are priced as solutions.
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EdwardBlume |
Nov 30 2015, 01:24 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
Met them at RRV. Seemed like good P-car folks....
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boxsterfan |
Nov 30 2015, 02:12 PM
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914's are kewl Group: Members Posts: 1,776 Joined: 6-June 03 From: San Ramon, CA Member No.: 791 Region Association: Northern California |
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Steve |
Nov 30 2015, 06:07 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,613 Joined: 14-June 03 From: Orange County, CA Member No.: 822 Region Association: Southern California |
Their shift linkage kit for WEVO 915 is junk, and high-priced. Atleast when I bought it 5 yrs ago. Their clutch cable set up for same is/was half-baked. You can't adjust it in-situ and the tension on the cable makes installation difficult. And the cable sleeve connection at the firewall is the same diameter as the stub. Duh. And they never returned my core refund for the needed custom 915 shift rod. Called, called, called - gave up. Their spherical bearing for the shift rod at the firewall has no boot or seal, so it is exposed to dirt and water ingress - again half-baked. Probably best to think of their kits as starting points than turn-key solutions, except they are priced as solutions. I am running the Martin Bott 916 setup. I am using the PMS clutch pulley and cable. No problems. Everything fit perfectly. This was six months ago. He must of fixed it. I am also using the firewall bearing and am worried about the same issue without a boot. My shift linkage is early 914-4 with a CFR adapter, apex joints and 5/8" rod. |
bcheney |
Nov 30 2015, 09:27 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,341 Joined: 16-November 03 From: Orlando, FL Member No.: 1,348 Region Association: South East States |
James is a complete gentleman, a true Porsche professional and is passionate about his work and the level of service he provides. I have found him very good to deal with. I was in Phoenix a couple months back and stopped in to see the shops in person. Well organized, clean and professionally run. He is building a new shop that will be around 25,000 sq ft all under one roof. I have confidence recommending them.
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