Vettedream04

I am thinking about getting some work done on my C5 and was wondering if any of you can recommend this place?

How is the quality of their work?

Are they professional?

Are they knowledgeable on the C5's?

Etc......


All feedbacks are welcome.

Thanks.

RandyVettes

VetteTech81

Yep there a good shop.. what were you looking to have done?
-Rick

WisconsinVETTE

I have heard good things about them.

birch64

I've heard both good and bad.......... try hp performance up north around lake bluff ? I'v hear very good things about hp performance never used them,i know alot of people who have and they keep going back. heard good and bad about speed inc. in schaumburg. heard there basic stuff like exhaust and tuning is good, heard there engine building and trans work need's inprovement. the place i tried, was performance tech. center in elk grove. because its convenient for me.there a little pricey. i paid for a basic LS1 tune $250.00. i see speed inc.and others have it for around $150.00. was told geoff's moving shop to florida soon.

Vettedream04

Where in Elk Grove are the located? Got a web site for them?

BlackSun!

I have never been there but heard the same. I mostly deal with PowerHouse Performance in Orland Park 708-342-0043 Chris or John or if you are in the Western Burbs FLP has treated me really good too 630-820-9294 Chuck or Dan.

johnnyvettes

Hp Performance Corvettes Mundelein Il ,

birch64

Chicago ZO6

all shops listed will ahndle your needs... Speed Inc has always treated me very well!! FLP depends on the day.. they can be a little arrogant at times but seems to be a good shop..

Z06GMAN

By your statement are talking about one person over at FLP? I bet you are and he no longer works there. Dan has always told it like it is. But has been very respectful of my goals and ideas. At the end of the day you must feel good about who you take your car to. JMHO

wamara

I have to relate my recent experience with Speed Inc. and its owner Tom Izzo (I believe I have his name correctly). I had some work done by them in which the work was actually subcontracted to a third party. The work was done, but not in a timely fashion, and there were a few additional problems which I complained about. The subcontractor refused to resolve these problems, leaving Tom holding the bag, so to speak. I offered a means to resolve the matter to Tom, to which he agreed, which cost him $$ from his pocket. I was appreciative that we were able to fairly promptly resolve the whole affair without anger or recriminations from either side; he stepped up to the plate, IMO. As should be the case, how the vendor treats you when things go wrong is the most important, and telling, thing.

427 ls1 C5

I bought an extreme 427 package from them and with the exception of a few minor adjustments that were needed everything went great. 600 flywheel horsepower and great street manners.

Richin Chicago

I agree. You will have to go a long way to find anybody that knows more about Vettes than Kevin!

mkern1

I have had a positive experience dealing with Speed Inc. I had them install their 348 sportman engine package in my 02 Z06 back in march of this year. I flew up and picked up the car and drove it back home 300+ miles. Right now I'm talking with Tom about building a C5R 427 for my Z06 this winter. Tom has always responded quickly and professionally to my needs.

JTE

That guy really rubbed me the wrong way. If it weren't for Dan, I wouldn't go back. I am going back again next week.

hrdtopv8

I'll put my comments in about Speed Inc.. I just had them install my Exedy Dual clutch on September 1st... The employees are great to deal with and very helpful. The install was done in a timely manner and I have not had any problems with the CLUTCH to date. HOWEVER, I did come across a install problem which left me sort of stranded on my way home on I-55 south bound. The rubber hose from the clutch reservoir to the MC had a huge tear in it just above the clamp. The tear must have occurred during the install and just grew worse as the car was being driven. You know what happens when you lose all clutch fluid.

Luckily, I was able to repair the hose on the side of the highway with help from roadside assistance(even more lucky roadside had a temp. hose that worked). Needless to say, I was pizzzzed.. I called up Larry @ Speed Inc. and told him what had happened. He apologized about the whole thing. I mentioned to him that they should just replace the hose as a preventive measure in the future with all cars. It only cost a $1 for a new one.

I would use Speed Inc. again in the future if I had too. But, I would suggest triple checking their work and be more aware of what is being performed on your car.

Z06GMAN

Yep me too, good thing I got to know Dan When are you going? My car is there and it's going to be finished this week I HOPE
Gary

JTE

I will be there Tuesday to have them install Andy's ATI bracket. I saw your car last month when they installed the racetronix pump and 42# injectors and Dan tweaked the tune.
I was hoping that your car would be done in time for Funfest.

L.Lopez

Are you still looking for a shop?