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@pink aar (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/pink-aar_221)  Has suggested the idea of having a list of people or companies that do Cuda and Challenger component restorations that we trust and know do good work.  This is not a list of paid sponsors nor will it ever be.  The plan is to make a list of people we trust to restore components to the highest level and will not rip anyone off.  This will help new members know where to go when they need to have something restored.

A couple things we ask before we can add a person or company to the Preferred Vendor list.

• Do not suggest your own company or business.
• Have a history of doing business with the person or company you want added to the list.
• If you suggest someone, you are vouching for their integrity, quality and customer service.
• They need to be a Member here, so if they are now please ask them to join so we can "tag" them when mentioning them in a thread (if there is any questions about their services).

At some point this list might get moved to the front main website, but first we need to start putting the list together.  There can be more then one preferred vendor for items.  I'll get us started by adding someone I think we can trust.


Carburetor Restorations
Scott Smith (Harms Auto)
www.harmsauto.com
9807 E. BROADWAY AVE.                                             
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA 99206
Member = @ScottSmith_Harms (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/scottsmithharms_164)
509-922-9115
Comments: Scott does high end carburetor restorations to very detailed and OEM specifications.  (Recommended by Cuda Cody)


Seat Belts
Bill & Robin Edwards (Upholstery Mods &More)
14920 16th Ave. So.
Spanaway, WA 98387
Member = @70rm27 (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/70rm27_299)
931-703-5574
Comments: Bill does full restorations on Mopar seat belts including sewing the factory correct date code labels on the ends. (Recommended by anlauto)


Electrical Components
Jim Slotts (JS Restorations)
www.jsrestorations.com
Member = @Slotts (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/slotts_104)
412.295.1333
Comments: Jim can restore pretty much any electrical switch, replay, wiring harness or control panel to good as new. (Recommended by Chryco Psycho)


Wiper Motors & Specialized Plating Services
Stephan Fournier (SF Restoration)
Member = @SF-Resto (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/sf-restoration_137)
438-495-9212
Comments: Stephan does some of the most amazing plating and specialty component work.  From hood, trunk, and door latches to wiper motors, clutch switches, blower motors, tail light housings and in all the factory correct platings like Yellow Dichromate, Clear Zinc, Chrome , Black Phosphate, Brown Zinc Latches.  (Recommended by Shane Kelly)


Wiper Motors
Bruce Somer (NS1 AAR)
www.ns1aar.com
Member = @Ns1aar (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/ns1aar_541)
951-675-9551
Comments: Bruce does both 2 and 3 speed wiper motors to a high show level. (Recommended by TX9AAR)


Wiper Motors
Kim (Passion 4 Mopars)
www.passion4mopars.com
363 E. Lansdowne Ave
Orange City, FL 32763
Member: @Passion4Mopars (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/passion4mopars_163)
865-365-5833
Comments: Kim restores 3 speed wiper motors to a high show level. (Recommended by Chryco Psycho)


Radiators
Bob Schirmer (Glen-Ray Radiators)
www.restorationradiators.com
2105 N. 6th St.
Wausau, WI 54403
Member Name = @Radiatorman (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/radiatorman_656)
715-842-3352
Comments: Bob produces brand new Mopar licensed and factory correct part number radiators or he will restore your original radiator. (Recommended by JS29)



Please comment to the thread to add someone to the list and I will modify the first post so all the info is in one location.  Include the persons name, phone, website and user name if you can.

Quote from: fc7cuda on August 04, 2017, 05:22:26 AM
Alternator
Jim Ridge
http://www.dixierestorationparts.com/restoration-services.html

I read that due to Health issues he is not currently accepting any work.

Glen Ray radiators, (Jim) (715-842-3352)   :twothumbsup:

Glen Ray's name is Bob not Jim

Quote from: Convertcuda on August 04, 2017, 06:06:15 AM
Glen Ray's name is Bob not Jim

:-[ you are correct sir!! my bad. sorry Bob

SF-Resto as recommended to me by Alan did a outstanding job on my wiper motor. I see he does great work on latches and other components as well. Great customer service and easy to work with. 

@SF-Resto (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/sf-restoration_137) Stephan Fournier is by far the best for hood/trunk/door latch restoration, wiper motor, clutch switch, blower motor, tail light housing restoration, etc...etc... :worship: :worship: :worship: :canada:

Quote from: RUNCHARGER on August 04, 2017, 08:23:37 AM
Stephan Fournier at SF Restorations did excellent work on a few wiper motors for me.
Cass at Dr. Diff gives excellent service and advice.
Tim at FHO in Canada if you have Hemi requirements.

:iagree: Can't say enough good things about the service from Cass at Dr. Diff  :worship:

here's my calipers from calipersonline

This is a fantastic list so far.  I have to run out for work and will be back in a bit to add the rest to the list.  I'll be contacting those who are not already members and asking them to join so we can easily contact them on the site.  So if you recommended someone I will get them added a bit later.

Stephan Fournier is the one who took over for Jules right?  That info might be good to include when you list him.

It's true that Jim Ridge is no longer taking on new orders.  He has an eye problem.  He will finish all orders he has currently.  It depends on how fast/if he heals up good enough to start taking orders again.

While not technically a restoration service, I think DMT(Detroit Muscle Technologies) should be on the list. James really works hard to supply much needed products for a vast number of vehicles.  Not only does he sell parts but he contributes on the various Mopar forums. Anyone needing gasket kits should buy from him IMO.

Quote from: Burdar on August 04, 2017, 10:01:58 AM
Stephan Fournier is the one who took over for Jules right?  That info might be good to include when you list him.

Yes, Stephan worked right along side of Jules (The Wiperman) for many years and they were the best of friends for many more.  When Jules passed in 2013, Stephan stepped in and handled the customers that Jules had at that time, then Stephan went on to continue Jules's legacy  :andyangel: :worship: providing top notch restored components  :cheers:

Passion 4 Mopars / Kim has been awesome to deal with on wiper motors also

BER engines in Red Deer AB 403-340-1744 Barry has done all of the machining on dozens of engines for me .
He will build auto trannys as well
no website though

I have good experience with Eric @ Muscle Motors in Lansing MI mostly ust buying parts not complete engines
http://www.musclemotorsracing.com/

There is Also Todd @ Muscle Motors in Strathmore AB he does a good job also
Address: 243001 Range Road 263, Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6, Canada
Hours: Open today · 8:30AM–5PM
Phone: +1 403-934-6256
Province: Alberta

I forgot to mention that Stephan Fournier does a lot more than restore wiper motors, he does a ton of other components as well. He does a great job on E-body latches including those with that strange off-brown plating on them for example.

I just received and installed A new horn button from Nupar (Mike Martin) excellent quality good service. I got the one that looks just like the rim blow button.  318-267-4441. 

Quote from: anlauto on August 04, 2017, 07:48:12 AM
Can't forget Greg Ward for Mopar radios http://www.wardsclassiccarradiorepair.com/index.html

@Cuda Cody (https://forum.e-bodies.org/mlist/cuda-cody_1) with the passing of Greg's father and the business and website shutting down, perhaps this should be removed?