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Started by 73ChargerSE, February 04, 2009, 04:42:51 PM

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73ChargerSE

February 04, 2009, 04:42:51 PM
Well, I stopped by a local custom shop a few weeks ago to check out what they had and see what they were all about.  Talked to one of the owners and asked if he needed any shop help.  I get the call today and go in for an interview.  I start work on Friday, and I work on Monday Wednesday and Fridays.  They're going to have me updating their site, putting listings on eBay and craigslist and also do some general shop stuff.  I'm extremely excited about this, and the pay isn't bad either for how slow the economy is and for being a poor college kid. This opens up a whole new world of opportunity for me, and I couldn't be happier.  Just thought I'd share because it's a cool place and they're doing a lot of cool stuff

Here's their website:
http://www.hispeedcustoms.com

Paul

Mrs.Skip68

#1
February 04, 2009, 04:44:34 PM
Congrats!  :cheers:

Mrs.Skip68 ;)

runningman

#2
February 04, 2009, 04:51:41 PM
 :cheers: Nice!  I was stationed down in Tucson, love that place.  Good luck!

69bronzeT5

#3
February 04, 2009, 05:03:47 PM
Awesome! I'm trying hard to find a job...it ain't going too good though.
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1969 Charger: T5 Copper 383 Automatic
1970 Challenger R/T: FC7 Plum Crazy 440 Automatic
1970 GTO: Black 400 Ram Air III 4-Speed
1971 Charger Super Bee: GY3 Citron Yella 440 4-Speed
1972 Charger: FE5 Red 360 Automatic
1973 Charger Rallye: FY1 Top Banana 440 Automatic
1973 Plymouth Road Runner: FE5 Red 440 Automatic
1973 Plymouth Duster: FC7 Plum Crazy 318 Automatic

71_Charger_R/T

#4
February 04, 2009, 05:14:15 PM
Congrats!   :2thumbs:  Work hard and make yourself an asset to the company. you can learn a lot of valuable experience from a reputable shop that will be golden when you restore your car!

mikepmcs

#5
February 04, 2009, 05:48:18 PM
NICE! :2thumbs:
Just started a new job myself. Feels pretty darn good doesn't it. :cheers:
Life isn't Father Knows Best anymore, it's a kick in the face on a saturday night with a steel toed grip kodiak work boot and a trip to the hospital all bloodied and bashed.....for reconstructive surgery. But, what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger, right?

Ponch ®

#6
February 04, 2009, 06:00:42 PM
Sweet. :2thumbs:

It's not so much what you will be getting paid, but the fact that you're getting your foot in the door and the experience (even if it's nominal) that youll be getting. Gotta start somewhere!
"I spent most of my money on cars, birds, and booze. The rest I squandered." - George Best

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quapman

#7
February 04, 2009, 07:35:07 PM
Sweet gig!

I like their overpriced 71 R/T, too.


Steve

73ChargerSE

#8
February 04, 2009, 07:52:05 PM
Yeah, I was actually going to bring up their pricing on that '71.  They had it on eBay a while ago and it got up to something like $38k.  Their BIN price was $46k I think.  The car is actually really nice by my standards and it's cool to see an unrestored car that looks that nice.  The 8 bucks an hour is just money I wouldn't have doing this kind of stuff anyways, so I'm not complaining.  Maybe if I stay there a while, I can get some work done on things I don't know how to do on the Charger.  I agree that this is a great opportunity for me and is a great segue into the business I want to do after college.

Foreman72

#9
February 04, 2009, 08:01:42 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 07:52:05 PM
Yeah, I was actually going to bring up their pricing on that '71.  They had it on eBay a while ago and it got up to something like $38k.  Their BIN price was $46k I think.  The car is actually really nice by my standards and it's cool to see an unrestored car that looks that nice.  The 8 bucks an hour is just money I wouldn't have doing this kind of stuff anyways, so I'm not complaining.  Maybe if I stay there a while, I can get some work done on things I don't know how to do on the Charger.  I agree that this is a great opportunity for me and is a great segue into the business I want to do after college.

thats sweet man...i hope 2 work @ the resto shop down the street myself...man there are a great deal of sweet cars that roll thru there huh...best of luck 2 u bro :2thumbs:
Eric "Foreman"

Previous: 1972 Dodge Charger
Current: 2002 Volvo S60

"The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the LORD upholds him with His hand.
=Psalm 37:23-24=
"But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven..."
=Matthew 6:19-21=
:pat

SgtSearcy

#10
February 04, 2009, 08:14:28 PM
wow, That's an incredible shop.

For all you guys that are having trouble finding work, my company is always hiring. Its gauranteed pay, never get laid off, full benefits, travel to exotic countries, mee interesting people and then kill them. That's right you too can join the Army.

See exotic places like "roadside bomb" and "crappy mudhut village" and lets not forget "porta-potty city".  :2thumbs:

Seriously all joking aside, its a great job with more stability than you can imagine. ;D

73ChargerSE

#11
February 04, 2009, 08:17:04 PM
At the shop, there's a '70 Hemi Cuda getting restored along with it's original motor with 21k miles.  There's also a '73 Roadrunner and the Speed Sport Barracuda funny car getting painted there.  A lot of cool cars have passed through there and I'm hoping more will while I work there.

69bronzeT5

#12
February 04, 2009, 08:18:23 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 08:17:04 PM
At the shop, there's a '70 Hemi Cuda getting restored along with it's original motor with 21k miles.  There's also a '73 Roadrunner and the Speed Sport Barracuda funny car getting painted there.  A lot of cool cars have passed through there and I'm hoping more will while I work there.

I'd get fired for staring at the 'Cuda all day :lol: There's a good resto shop here I might apply at :yesnod:
Feature Editor for Mopar Connection Magazine
http://moparconnectionmagazine.com/



1969 Charger: T5 Copper 383 Automatic
1970 Challenger R/T: FC7 Plum Crazy 440 Automatic
1970 GTO: Black 400 Ram Air III 4-Speed
1971 Charger Super Bee: GY3 Citron Yella 440 4-Speed
1972 Charger: FE5 Red 360 Automatic
1973 Charger Rallye: FY1 Top Banana 440 Automatic
1973 Plymouth Road Runner: FE5 Red 440 Automatic
1973 Plymouth Duster: FC7 Plum Crazy 318 Automatic

73ChargerSE

#13
February 04, 2009, 08:19:29 PM
I'm sure I'll need to bring extra shorts every day I work  ;)

Foreman72

#14
February 04, 2009, 08:33:43 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 08:19:29 PM
I'm sure I'll need to bring extra shorts every day I work  ;)

u might have 2 wear pants...i kno that was one of the things the shop i worked @ last summer required... :shruggy: ...dunno man
Eric "Foreman"

Previous: 1972 Dodge Charger
Current: 2002 Volvo S60

"The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the LORD upholds him with His hand.
=Psalm 37:23-24=
"But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven..."
=Matthew 6:19-21=
:pat

73ChargerSE

#15
February 04, 2009, 08:47:29 PM
Quote from: Foreman72 on February 04, 2009, 08:33:43 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 08:19:29 PM
I'm sure I'll need to bring extra shorts every day I work  ;)

u might have 2 wear pants...i kno that was one of the things the shop i worked @ last summer required... :shruggy: ...dunno man

Just a little joke. I'm gonna be too "excited" the days that I work.

Foreman72

#16
February 04, 2009, 09:09:12 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 08:47:29 PM
Quote from: Foreman72 on February 04, 2009, 08:33:43 PM
Quote from: 73ChargerSE on February 04, 2009, 08:19:29 PM
I'm sure I'll need to bring extra shorts every day I work  ;)

u might have 2 wear pants...i kno that was one of the things the shop i worked @ last summer required... :shruggy: ...dunno man

Just a little joke. I'm gonna be too "excited" the days that I work.
right
Eric "Foreman"

Previous: 1972 Dodge Charger
Current: 2002 Volvo S60

"The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the LORD upholds him with His hand.
=Psalm 37:23-24=
"But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven..."
=Matthew 6:19-21=
:pat

Silver R/T

#17
February 05, 2009, 02:25:29 PM
sounds like a winner
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