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Old Sep 17, 2021 | 11:32 AM
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Hello,

A few years ago Gary at the Engine Shop (New York) built a very nice 489 out of my LS5. I am selling the car and the buyer might want to contact him. Does anyone have a contact?

Thanks Chris
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GOSFAST was one of our members here but he passed away in early February I believe. Maybe that was the "Gary" you are looking for? He was a very busy engine builder that did a lot of "stock appearing" modified muscle car engines. Always fun to see what he was doing.
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obit: Gary O. Sharkey 26 APRIL 1945 - 29 JANUARY 2021
https://nocefuneralhome.com/book-of-...Gary/index.php

May God always Bless and Keep Gary +
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That is a real shame. Gary was a really nice guy and working with him on my engine build was an absolute pleasure. He turned my stock LS-5 into a "stock" appearing, honest 500hp engine. Mild mannered, happy to run on pump gas, just a joy to drive!
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