Customer Feedback

    Hi Jerry, Just wanted to drop you a line to thank you for a fantastic job on reskinning my 302 valve covers. The people that have seen them already cannot believe the difference as well as myself. I couldn't ask for more. Hope you had an enjoyable holiday and thank you again for your time.

    Barry Browning, Providence, RI

    Hi Jerry, I can't thank you enough for getting my distributor straightened out. I know I made a big mistake in dealing with one of your competitors first before I met you but that will never happen again. I originally thought a distributor rebuild was a basic task. When I received my distributor back the first time, my Z/28 would not idle, and there was no throttle response. The car had no power.......my whole experience with that "other" distributor guy was a bad experience. Thanks to Camaro Hi-Performance, my Z/28 runs great, has more power and breaks the tires loose in first gear! It idles better than it ever did before. And your prices are very modest compared to many in the business. I will be a life long customer with Camaro Hi-Performance. Thanks again,

    Al Helmick, Reading, PA

    Jerry, I wanted to drop you a note to let you know how pleased I am with the work you did on my 56 Corvette intake and valve covers. I was certain the manifold was a lost cause for a restoration when it cracked, but it looks better than it did when GM installed it in 56 - and the valve covers came out perfect. Thanks for all your patience and professional expertise - my 56 is much better for your efforts.

    Steve Junkersfeld, Stafford, VA

    Jerry, I was at the Super Chevy Show last week (Texas), and virtually every owner of the nicest cars owed much credit to the nice and ever helpfull Jerry MacNeish. I thought you might like to hear how people (I am sure you already do know) in the Lone Star State have been positively affected by your work!, Myself included. Regards,

    Robert A. Willis, Dallas, TX

    Jerry, Just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed my visit to Camaro Hi-Performance. While we have been shipping parts for my '68 Z/28 back and fourth for a few years now I only saw the excellent craftsmanship you put into all your work, but after making a trip to your shop, I got to see the pride (in person) that you put into all that you do. I always knew this, but I saw first hand why you are tops in this field. It's because if your dedication and knowledge to the hobby that I have won many trophies with my car including first place at the Camaro Nationals last year. I just wanted to let you know that I had a great day at your shop and thanks for lunch!

    Bill Vitiello, Staten Island, NY

    Jerry, I can't thank you enough for bringing the 1967 L88 intake manifold that I sent you back to life. I have to be honest with you, myself and everyone in my shop thought there was little hope for repairing this intake. After all, it was broken in half.....that's right, in two pieces. And if you welded it back together, it would probably still look like an intake that was repaired. All I can say is wow! When we received this intake back, no one in the shop (including myself ) could believe this was the same intake we sent you! The manifold looked brand new, like it was just taken out of the Winter's mold in 1967! Your weld repair and reskinning process is simply the best. Keep up the great work.

    Kevin Mackay, Corvette Repair, Valley Stream, NY

    At a time when it seems that unpleasant vendor services are more the rule than the exception the work performed by Jerry MacNeish, (Camaro Hi Performance), is outstanding. I found Jerry to be personable, well informed and professional. Upon receiving my items he called to discuss the nature of the services I wanted, the condition of my parts and what he felt was appropriate given their condition. The parts were completed on schedule and the quality was excellent. I find myself increasingly reluctant to recommend vendor services but have no such reservations about Jerry and Camaro Hi Performance, absolutely the best...

    Jerry Clark, Jerry's Vette Restorations, Hernando Beach, Florida

    Jerry,
    Just wanted to drop you a note thanking you for the excellent job you did for me locating and rebuilding a complete 1968 302 engine. I gave you quite a tall order to fill and you came through with flying colors. The engine got here in great shape and everything is just as good as you said it would be. The shipper said that the packing of the engine is the best he had every seen. Again, thanks for all of your help and I look forward to doing business with you in the future.

    Bruce Whitfield, Butte, Montana

    Jerry,
    The valve covers arrived a few minutes ago and they look great! My old aluminum valve covers were spotted with various stains and did not appear to clean up readily with most common cleaners. Your process has made them look very neat without an 'over restored' look. Thanks for doing such a nice job.

    Al Cellier, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
    1958 #378 NCRS #32673 SACC #1704

    Dear Jerry:
    I want to express my deepest appreciation for the expert advice and guidance you have given me on my 1968 Z/28 and 1968 RS/SS L78. When I first got back into the first-generation cars after a 15-year hiatus, I felt very uncomfortable making a car buying decision due to my lack of knowledge of the cars and the market. You helped guide me into two great cars.
    I want to especially thank you for you help on the L78. You helped me recognize that it was a special car and that it was crucial to preserve it in its original state. Your superb work on the car to bring it back to its exact original state was more then I could have hoped for. There is no one else that I would trust more with any aspect of my cars.
    It is hard to find good people that you can truly trust and count on. Jerry, I consider you a good friend and above all, I respect you because of your knowledge, integrity, and appreciation you bring to first generation cars. You have easily been the key person that has made my last two years in the hobby a most enjoyable experience. I would recommend your services above anyone else in this business. As long as we have people like you leading this hobby, I expect the first-generation cars to only get more popular and valuable. Sincerely,

    Lawrence E. Eakin Jr., 1968 Camaro enthusiast

    Dear Jerry: Thanks for the excellent job you did rebuilding the Muncie 4-speed for our 1968 Camaro. We have had it back for about 3 weeks now and it works beautifully. Very smooth shifting. Thanks again

    Rick Morris, Arlington, VA

    Jerry, I received all three intakes safe and sound.
    First off, your restoration process is excellent. I have seen and worked on several specialty cars and have to say these are the finest restorations I have ever seen. A few COPO friends of mine saw them and want to immediately purchase two of them.
    Thanks again and I'll keep in touch. I may have an LS-6 intake coming your way for a clean up also. Appreciate the job you have done,

    Eric Bokluno, San Jose, CA

    Hi Jerry, I received the restored parts for my 1967 Z/28 (calipers, master cyl, cooling fan and fan clutch) yesterday and am quite pleased with the results. The fan clutch looks absolutely brand new. I look forward to sending more parts your way. Thanks for everything.

    Ron Scherer, Scotts Valley, CA

    Greetings Jerry. Wow, talk about service. You had to receive my distributor Monday or later and to my surprise it was sitting on my dining room table when I got home from work on Friday! The restoration looks fabulous. Quick turnaround and high quality is a rare combination these days, it seems you've mastered both.
    I'm looking forward to doing additional business with you this fall on my intake and alternator. Keep up the good work. Regards,

    Paul Gallo, Orchid Lake, MI

    Hi, Jerry -
    I recently sent you a large shipment of original '69 Z/28 parts to be re-skinned, rebuilt, and restored, including my 472 intake manifold, 480 distributor, 837 alternator, 4053 carburetor, 9204 brake booster, valve covers, master cylinder cap, prop and metering valve brackets, plus two sets of rare staggered-hole Corvette valve covers, and a Ferrari cam cover. When I got them back, I was stunned at how terrific everything looked - just like the day they were made!
    I've spent 37 years in the OEM end of the automobile industry (21 years with GM and the last 16 with Chrysler, retiring recently as Plant Manager of the Viper/Prowler assembly plant), and have been a hot-rodder and restorer all my life as a hobby. Through all the cars I've built and restored over the years, I've been disappointed many times in the quality of specialized work I've farmed out to others; my experience with you is the first time in all those projects that I've been 100% satisfied with the results, where every part not only met, but exceeded, my standards and expectations.
    I wouldn't hesitate to recommend your outstanding restoration services to anyone, and in fact, have already done so; keep up the good work!

    Sincerely, John Hinckley, Washington, Michigan

    Jerry: Intake arrived safely today. Nice job. The finish on the aluminum looks just right, no evidence of any media blasting which would destroy the "as cast" finish. Sorry for all the questions up front, but, I have done this process on other intakes at other places and have never really been pleased, so I was skeptical going in. Great job! Thanks again,

    Bill Damsky, Orange, CT

    Jerry, Thanks for the superb job and quick turn around on my 1967 3x2 intake. I had no idea that the heater hose nipple threads could be restored or that the water pump by-pass nipple could be replaced. I've shown the intake to several people and they can't believe how great the re-skin looks. I can't wait to start showing the car and your work. It was a pleasure dealing with you. Thanks again for everything!

    Pat Churchill, Severna Park, Maryland

    Jerry, Just letting you know you did a great job refinishing my intake and valve covers. Also the casting flaw came out great, you'd never know it was there! They look brand new. Thanks again for the good job, I'll be using you again in the near future on my next project......a Camaro. I'll be sure to recommend you to anyone who is looking for restoration services.

    - Mike McKenzie, Niagara Falls, NY

    Jerry, The work you did on the intake manifold, transmission and one cover is great. My motor guy is extremely impressed with the intake, and club members have seen it and are equally impressed. Can't wait to try the 4-speed, but will have to wait till the frame off is completed.

    Dennis Russo, Canastota, NY

    Dear Jerry, I can't thank you enough for all the excellent work you have done on my parts. Everything you have restored and or rebuilt (transmission, shifter, intake & exhaust manifolds, distributor, valve covers, starter, smog pump, alternator) turned out as good as, or better than new. My 69 Z/28 is an original all numbers matching fully documented car. Before I knew you it was a major concern to consider sending my valuable parts out. I am so happy I found you to trust and respect my parts. Your knowledge and respect for first generation Camaros has been of great help to me. (Also your Definitive 69 Z/28 book has been very helpful). My only regret is that I did not meet you sooner!
    Thank you again for all your excellent work and your continued telephone support. You are a truly nice and honorable man. It is a pleasure doing business with you and knowing you. Candidly Yours,

    Steve Goddard, Calabasas, CA

    Dear Jerry, I received my 67 Muncie shifter in the mail today and was very surprised as to how beautiful it turned out. In your previous correspondence to me you stated it was the worst shifter you ever worked on. Knowing how rusty the shifter was, I was not expecting as nice a job as you did and not charging me more for doing so. Also the mounting bracket and linkages look brand new with the black oxide coating you put on. I am very pleased with the service and turn around time you have given me at a very reasonable price. I will be sending you other parts to restore in the near future as I continue my Project 67.

    Dwight Min, Honolulu, Hawaii

    Hi Jerry, Just a short note to tell you how pleased I am with my engine and transmission rebuild and restoration. Thanks for a great job. There is no question you know your stuff. The thing I like most about dealing with you is your love of what you do. You treated my car as a personal project. In your words "brought another one back." Thanks Again,

    Gary Sommers, Middletown, Maryland

    Jerry, Received the '67 Corvette aluminum tri-power intake back this week that you fixed and reskinned. Awesome!!!! Thanks, I recommended you to my good friend, Dan Regan, who has the same need with the same intake.

    Gary Seymour, Towanda, PA

    Hi Jerry, Just a note to let you know that I received the distributor today. WOW am I impressed, it looks absolutely fantastic! You will have all of my future business, and I will be sure to recommend you to my friends.
    I will be sending you another 1111499 distributor for the same rebuild. It is for my COPO car. This one looks so good, that I want to get it done to that distributor too. Best regards,

    Richard Bateman, Columbus, OH

    Jerry: I would like to say what a great job you did on my distributor for my 69 Z/28. The restoration looks excellent and the turn around time was very quick. The restoration cost was very reasonable and I would not hesitate sending other items to you for restoring. Thanks,

    Dan Montgomery, Roseville, MI

    Once again, many thanks for the great job you did on my 1968 Z/28 Carburetor, Distributor, Intake Manifold, and Alternator. After seeing your 67 RS Z/28 at the General Motors Tech Center several years ago, I knew I was making the right choice sending my numbers matching parts to you. I can't wait for some vacation time at Christmas to enjoy building up the top half of my engine. Again, thanks very much and as mentioned previously, expect to see a couple of 1966 427 Caprice Alternators from my friend Leigh.

    Dave LaLonde, Michigan

    Jerry, just wanted to say how well my brake booster, caliper brackets, shields, alternator and calipers came out. The new cadmium plating really catches the eye and rebuilding my original pieces were much more cost effective than buying them from the re-pro houses. I can rest easy knowing that a true Camaro enthusiast is restoring my parts versus a back room operation trying to make a quick buck. I am eagerly awaiting the starter, M20 transmission, voltage regulator, horn relay and shifter handle that I have just dropped off for restoration. I was also impressed with the exhaust manifold treatment process and I will send you my set, as soon as I can find one.

    Kevin Wright, New Jersey

    Jerry, enclosed is a check for the work you have done on the intake and 2 January 69 YH wheels. Your name is as respected in the Camaro world as Michael Jordan's is in the basketball world and I appreciate your conversation.
    Thank you for keeping me informed as to the progress and the work necessary to bring the intake to form. I am in sales and one of the things that I have learned is than an uninformed customer is an unhappy customer.
    Again thank you for your professionalism, your business will continue to flourish if you continue the quality of service you have provided me.

    Brad Turner, Tennessee

    Jerry, I would like to thank and commend you on the excellent work on my distributor, intake and transmission. Your re-skinning process is great. It doesn't get any better! I would also like to thank you for the speedy service and fair pricing of you work. I recommend that anybody needing these services look no further. I'll be sending more items shortly. THANKS!!!!

    Chuck Huber, Pennsylvania

    Jerry,
    I would like to thank you for the excellent work on my crossram manifold. You were right, I am amazed. It looks like new again. I can't thank you enough for the great service and quality of work that you provide.

    Thanks again,
    Larry Smith
    Metamora, Illinois   

     

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