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Old Nov 16, 2006 | 04:09 PM
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Just to give everyone a heads up Gene is no longer with Fred Beans. I just ordered some parts from Dan and the customer service is as good as ever
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Old Nov 16, 2006 | 04:23 PM
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I called over there 2 weeks ago and still have not received a call back.

Gene will be missed.
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Old Nov 16, 2006 | 04:41 PM
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Gene knew how to move some parts.

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Old Nov 16, 2006 | 06:37 PM
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No wonder Gene hasn't got back to me...Bummer.
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Old Nov 16, 2006 | 11:49 PM
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Sorry to hear that Gene has moved on...
Any one now where he is?
HE has treated me well and I'll give him the first opportunity on all my future business if he still reps GM parts.
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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 09:06 AM
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Sorry to hear that Gene has moved on...
Any one now where he is?
HE has treated me well and I'll give him the first opportunity on all my future business if he still reps GM parts.
We miss you Gene......where are you?
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We miss you Gene......where are you?
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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 10:58 AM
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We miss you Gene......where are you?
I've ordered from them countless times and actually got to meet Gene at Carlisle this year. Seemed like a very nice guy...
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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 08:10 PM
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Eric and Dan are handling the phones and orders thru the webstore. I am working with them to keep everything moving and trying to keep the members updated and the specials coming. If you called and left a voicemail it is probably long lost, hence the reason for no return call. If you have an order use the webstore and if you are unsure of your needs you can use the contact box on the webstore. That comes to me directly and I will do everything possible to help. The 3 of us are not Gene and Jeremy, but we do have all there parts!

Complaints, opinions and kudos are all welcome. I have big shoulders...

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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 08:32 PM
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I have bought a bunch of stuff from Fred Beans, the c6 Z06 brake kit, a LS6 engine for my kids Trans Am, C6 Z06 shocks, C5 front sway bars and a bunch of other stuff. Price and convenience was one factor But another reason I bought stuff there is that the "old man" Mr. Beans and his company work hard to give back to the community. The entire organization is a class act.
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Old Nov 17, 2006 | 08:34 PM
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Eric and Dan are handling the phones and orders thru the webstore. I am working with them to keep everything moving and trying to keep the members updated and the specials coming. If you called and left a voicemail it is probably long lost, hence the reason for no return call. If you have an order use the webstore and if you are unsure of your needs you can use the contact box on the webstore. That comes to me directly and I will do everything possible to help. The 3 of us are not Gene and Jeremy, but we do have all there parts!

Complaints, opinions and kudos are all welcome. I have big shoulders...

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Jeremy is gone too? Dave will you be posting specials in the future. and will the same discounts take place? Don
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Old Nov 18, 2006 | 12:59 PM
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Jeremy is gone too? Dave will you be posting specials in the future. and will the same discounts take place? Don
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 12:01 AM
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Sure will be continuing the specials-
We will be cleaning the closet(s) out just in time to make your Holiday Shopping Lists. Coming in the next week or so...

I am still working on figuring the previous system used for pricing. I am leaning towards using our online store and then giving the Forum members coupons codes for the specials.

What are your thoughts?

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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 01:18 AM
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Jeremy is gone too? Dave will you be posting specials in the future. and will the same discounts take place? Don
I do not know what happen with Gene and Jeremy's daily work duties but i called last week and while on the phone I heard jeremy's name called in the back ground phone noise so...????.........Dave's return email addressed discounts but not Jeremy's situation. All leads to possible changes the dealership has made and while Jeremy's status is in question by the forum, we know that Gene must have moved on for reasons that are not available. This dealership's location added two new car dealerships and expanded their parts department and the changes are the possible problem.
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 02:37 AM
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Gene will be missed

Customer Service is a very important factor and Gene was always spot on.
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 02:19 PM
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Hi All,

I just wanted to let you all know what has happened. Fred Beans and I are no longer affiliated. I have nothing against the organization or any hard feelings. It's just one of these things where you wake up in the morning and things have changed and it's time for both of you to move on. Jeremy is no longer with the company either.

I just wanted to let you know what is going on and what my thoughts are. What I do just isn't a job, it's my passion. I love to sell parts on the internet and interact with the group. For quite some time I did the forums and all on the side and it wasn't part of my job. I grew that into a business that I had to take care of full time.

I will be moving to another place of business and will provide you with another website and phone number to order from as soon as I decide on a new home and as soon as I start a new advertisement with the forum management.

I thank you all for your support and most importantly I thank you for your business. This screen name and email address goes to my home, so feel free to send me a message.

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Thanks Gene for being there for us in the past
You know we all wish you and Jeremy the best for the future
Please keep us informed
I think I speak for everyone when I say.........
Happy Holidays To You And Your Family
Corvette Forum Members.......
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Originally Posted by 6SPD98
Thanks Gene for being there for us in the past
You know we all wish you and Jeremy the best for the future
Please keep us informed
I think I speak for everyone when I say.........
Happy Holidays To You And Your Family
Corvette Forum Members.......
Gene, Best of luck to you.
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Keep us informed!
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