Phoenix Tuning is going FULLTIME in the very near future! Options

[Dr_Tweak]

Well everyone, I've had just about enough of working nights, and several other things have gotten me seriously thinking about going fulltime out in the shop. For one thing, I'm tired of my job, and I really want to be able to dedicate more time out in the shop so that I can turn these swaps out faster. Plus, I want more flexablility in my own life.

That said, I'm now actively working towards making Phoenix Tuning a fulltime shop. I've already registered the business in the state of VT, and most of the related paperwork is taken care of.

Plans for the future include more engine swaps, developing turbo kits and other performance parts for the '90s and newer Celicas and Corollas, and eventually other cars, along with doing wiring harness conversions. I may dabble in buying, fixing, and selling cars as well, if those things don't keep me busy enough.

So, if you've thought about having an engine swap done, but you need it done quicker than a timeframe that I've previously given you, now's the time to hit me up again. And please spread the word!

Right now the launch date is looking to be in the next 4-5 months or so, by that time I'll have all of my debt paid off and the last of the tools that I need bought. So, end of May is the preliminary date!

-Doc

This post has been edited by Dr_Tweak: Jan 3, 2006 - 12:35 AM

[creis]

man, if only you were closer.

good luck on the new venture, hope it works out great.

[Batman722]

Congrats Tweak

[macavely]

Thats great new for you and everyone looking for swaps.... hope everything goes as planned for you ...


looking for any workers ???? lol

[celicarus]

hey Dr Tweak,

have you made a price list of cost for swaps and what are the expected time frame for a 3sgte swap - i'm interested in a 3rd gen swap -- whats your labor charges -

oh and congrats on the decision = hope the business will become a success


This post has been edited by celicarus: Jan 3, 2006 - 12:30 AM

[Dr_Tweak]

hey Dr Tweak,

have you made a price list of cost for swaps and what are the expected time frame for a 3sgte swap - i'm interested in a 3rd gen swap -- whats your labor charges -

oh and congrats on the decision = hope the business will become a success

I do have a general price list on my website, yeah. The labor on that swap into your '96 GT would be $1000. Should have it done in about 2 1/2 weeks (assuming I don't have to wait around for any parts).

-Doc

This post has been edited by Dr_Tweak: Jan 3, 2006 - 1:21 AM

[Consynx]

you missed the time-frame part of his Q, but that is a very reasonable price IMO. does that include harness?

[Dr_Tweak]

Woops, fixed. That's everything, harness included.

This post has been edited by Dr_Tweak: Jan 3, 2006 - 1:22 AM

[JFrost9]

Congrats on the big step...whats the labor on an ST? more i presume?

[Dr_Tweak]

Congrats on the big step...whats the labor on an ST? more i presume?

$1200.

[Akimbo]

I wonder how much it is to ship a car to you.

[Dr_Tweak]

Probably $500 - $1000. Generally, if you have the time, it's cheaper to drive it and fly back.

This post has been edited by Dr_Tweak: Jan 3, 2006 - 1:51 AM

[Phat_99CeliGT]

if everything goes my way in the next 5-6 months, ill be getting ahold of u for swap info.

[Jdog1385]

congrats and i will definitely be getting in touch with u.

if i buy a clip, could i ship it to you directly?

[Dr_Tweak]

congrats and i will definitely be getting in touch with u.

if i buy a clip, could i ship it to you directly?

Yeap, just give me warning that it's coming.

Also, my advice: don't waste the extra money on a clip.

-Doc

[presure2]

congrats, and best of luck doc!

[Consynx]

Dr, just a heads up
if you're going to tell people not to get a clip, have them source all the added parts you'll have clips sitting there for some time if they buy a engine set THEN source.
this is, unless you want then to buy a motor set and then you will be sourcing the parts???

mr2oc obviously the best place to source parts.

[x_itchy_b_x]

Sweet being full time means more work. means u can hire me now lol.
i can bring you coffe and stuff.

[BLINKYxMUNKEY]

Sweet man. I want a turbo kit now. hehe.

[Jdog1385]

congrats and i will definitely be getting in touch with u.

if i buy a clip, could i ship it to you directly?

Yeap, just give me warning that it's coming.

Also, my advice: don't waste the extra money on a clip.

-Doc

i think i just spoke to god.

[slipgun]

Congrats man! Just curious did you file as an LLC or what? Glad everythings going so well for you im sure you will get lots of buisness. And I make better coffee then ANYONE else so if you are looking for a coffee maker...

[Supersprynt]

Uh oh he said dont get a clip - swarm swarm swarm!

[dustinkemp]

i dont have any problem relocating lol
im good at sweeping floors and bringing food in! lol

[Dr_Tweak]

you'll have clips sitting there for some time if they buy a engine set THEN source.

The idea is NOT to have clips sitting around, they take up tons of room! LOL! Engine sets aren't a problem.

Anyway, I've had good success getting engine sets and sourcing the parts at the same time. Haven't had a problem yet... well... not one I wasn't able to solve pretty quick.

I do plan on developing a good quality turbo kits for the 7AFE, so stay tuned for that. In fact, if anyone wants to have the first one built on their car, they might even get a discount...

-Doc

[JFrost9]

Define good quality turbo kit. Cuz i have a 7AFE, and id like to do something like a turbo...Not sure im quite ready for the big swap. But I i wouldnt mind being the "test-e" only problem is if there is a problem, i live kinda far away.

[Dr_Tweak]

When I say "good quality", I mean a kit that, for one thing, actually was designed for, built on, and tuned in a Celica. IE, not that ghetto-kits.com peice of garbage.

[rza619]

what bout a cost effective turbo kit for the 5sfe like 1500 or less? or atleast something cheaper then burien

[x_itchy_b_x]

doing it right and doing it cheap are two Way different things.
i have 2 "cheap" turbo setups on the 5sfte. yeah it was awesome cause i did it myself.
so it wanst really a "kit" but yeah. i still did it cheap. it was fast but not as fast as a well put together kit. ur engine will love you more if u do things right. and sadly doing things right cost alot more.

[Dr_Tweak]

what bout a cost effective turbo kit for the 5sfe like 1500 or less? or atleast something cheaper then burien

I might put one together, but it will be more like $2500.

Like John said, you can do it cheap and get away with it, but if I'm going to be marketing a kit I want it to have a good reputation of being high-quality.

-Doc