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08-19-2014, 06:58 PM
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In Need of Reputable Engine Builder
I just got some news that Ken Keefer, aka Pontiac Dude, is retiring and no longer taking engine orders. Does anyone have recommendations for a reliable, honest, skilled Pontiac engine shop/builder? I'm in central FL and would prefer someone within a days drive if possible.
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08-19-2014, 08:16 PM
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Try Gaby Labiosa at EIC Motorsports in Miami. He does a lot of high end Pontiac stuff.
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08-19-2014, 09:44 PM
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Butler is @ 9 hr drive from Orlando. (in TN just over Al line) Bit of a hike but good solid reputation.
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08-20-2014, 02:14 PM
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Is Ken actually retiring? A friend of mine was going to call him about getting a motor done. Has anyone else heard this for sure?
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08-20-2014, 02:24 PM
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1NC Again: You have a PM.
Jim
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65 Catalina sedan. Allen Thomas Performance 495. KRE Heads at 310cfm ported by SD Performance, ProSystems Dominator carb on ported Victor intake, P-Dude custom grind hydraulic roller, MSD ignition, 3.50 Moser/Ford rear. F-Glass front bumper by son Rob, rear by the old man and joint effort for trunk lid. 3950# w/driver. Best of 9.5761/139 on 175 shot, 6.01 /114 in 1/8. |
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08-20-2014, 04:23 PM
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Ken's web site was taken down last night. I have no clue if he is retiring. David Holmberg might know.. hint hint
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08-20-2014, 05:29 PM
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Call Lenny Caverly of EMC fame in New Hampshire PM for phone
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#8
08-20-2014, 07:42 PM
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I have spoken to Ken recently. He is easing out of the business and wants to enjoy life outside of motors and racing. But he'll still be around.
You may have noticed on Facebook [I believe it was a posting by Danee] that Ken recently suffered a very serious knee injury. Best wishes Ken. Jim
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65 Catalina sedan. Allen Thomas Performance 495. KRE Heads at 310cfm ported by SD Performance, ProSystems Dominator carb on ported Victor intake, P-Dude custom grind hydraulic roller, MSD ignition, 3.50 Moser/Ford rear. F-Glass front bumper by son Rob, rear by the old man and joint effort for trunk lid. 3950# w/driver. Best of 9.5761/139 on 175 shot, 6.01 /114 in 1/8. |
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#9
08-21-2014, 11:05 AM
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Sorry to hear Ken is getting out of the business and wish him the best of luck in what ever he may have plans for.
Kris Nelson is a top notch engine builder and knows his way around our beloved Pontiac's. As a matter of fact Kris has done some work for both Ken & Gaby in the past. Kris is located in the Tampa Bay area (Pinellas Park) His number is 727-321-5756
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08-21-2014, 12:08 PM
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Kris is good, not cheap but you get what you pay for..
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08-21-2014, 01:41 PM
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I hope all is well with Ken and I hope he can enjoy his retirement.
Does anyone have a contact numer for Ken? My old phone with his contact number got killed. I need to talk to him about some parts.
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08-24-2014, 02:36 PM
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#13
08-24-2014, 09:27 PM
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I really want to post pics of the CV1 heads I received from Keefer. They looked like they were dragged behind his truck down a gravel driveway. The Gasket mating surface was horrendous. Blew a head gasket, and had to have the head welded because of it. No fault of Keefer, I should have known better. But those heads needed serious work coming from his shop.
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08-24-2014, 09:31 PM
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https://m.facebook.com/?hrc=1&refsrc...ordCompetition this is a friend of mines facebook page Swafford Competition he is a super nice guy and takes his time to make sure everything is perfect he does all of my machine work and head/ intake work for my pontiac and will be the one building my 14.5:1 461ci Highport race engine does quality work and takes pics of the work being done as well, he builds a lot of X275 engines and outlaw engines just look at the pics on his page and you will see what I'm talking about, his name is keith swafford and the shop is in Rome Georgia, it used to be called Evans Motorsports and there the ones that did Dwight Ausmus cage in his firebird I believe, if you would like to get in touch with him send me a PM and I will get his contact info for you, best of luck......
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