Performance shop in DC area?
Burning Brakes
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I've never used them, but I've heard nothing but good things about Tony's Corvette Shop in Gaithersburg. Supposedly pricey but very capable.
Not to be a dick, but valve springs aren't hard to swap, btw.
Not to be a dick, but valve springs aren't hard to swap, btw.
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Originally Posted by chimazo
I've never used them, but I've heard nothing but good things about Tony's Corvette Shop in Gaithersburg. Supposedly pricey but very capable.
Not to be a dick, but valve springs aren't hard to swap, btw.
Not to be a dick, but valve springs aren't hard to swap, btw.
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From: Georgetown TX
Blaine,
Where do you live? I am in Gaithersburg and have a decent sized garage (where my Z06 is in pieces right now awaiting the completion of the Dynatech install). After mid-April I will be moving to Clarksburg (about 15mi. north up 270). to a bigger house with a smaller garage.
Where do you live? I am in Gaithersburg and have a decent sized garage (where my Z06 is in pieces right now awaiting the completion of the Dynatech install). After mid-April I will be moving to Clarksburg (about 15mi. north up 270). to a bigger house with a smaller garage.
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Originally Posted by chimazo
Blaine,
Where do you live? I am in Gaithersburg and have a decent sized garage (where my Z06 is in pieces right now awaiting the completion of the Dynatech install). After mid-April I will be moving to Clarksburg (about 15mi. north up 270). to a bigger house with a smaller garage.
Where do you live? I am in Gaithersburg and have a decent sized garage (where my Z06 is in pieces right now awaiting the completion of the Dynatech install). After mid-April I will be moving to Clarksburg (about 15mi. north up 270). to a bigger house with a smaller garage.
Places north of DC are cheaper yes, but too far from where I work. Traffic is nightmare here.
Almost the worst place in America to own a sports car. YOu pretty much only get to use ur first 2 gears and thats it. ANd thats if traffics moving. 
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From: sterling ct
i strongly reccomend you call Brian Bossone of Every Last Detail Performance/ ELD Performance. I have been a friend and customer of Brian since 1991. since that time i have watched Brian's shop grow, there isnt a single performance car that they have not worked on. this would include twin turbo corvettes, 7 second turbo mustangs, 8,9,10, 11, 12 second camaros, mustangs, buick grand nationals and of course c5 corvettes. they can do it all engine build ups, swaps, turbo, superchargers/ mapping,everything.
if you have watched the TV show Pinks, Brian was on the show last year. He took a mustang that his shop build in two weeks, made just under 800 rwhp and kicked the crap out of a built chevelle with a big n20 shot.
you can have 100% confidence in Brian, his techs and his level of work.
http://eldperformance.com/xindex.html
410 729 8418 shop number
Barry Goldberg
if you have watched the TV show Pinks, Brian was on the show last year. He took a mustang that his shop build in two weeks, made just under 800 rwhp and kicked the crap out of a built chevelle with a big n20 shot.
you can have 100% confidence in Brian, his techs and his level of work.
http://eldperformance.com/xindex.html
410 729 8418 shop number
Barry Goldberg
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Originally Posted by YELOWZ06
Go to HP Racing in Glen Burnie MD of Crain Highway. They have done a ton of work on my and friends corvette's. Ask for Jason 
I agree with you I took my Z06 to them to have it tinted and they did an awesome job, plus they were very Knowledgeable about my car, apparently the owner has a new Z also. I purchased the new Corsa Exhaust system from them they beat all the other prices that I found online and when it comes in they are giving me a heck of a deal with installing it.
I am recommending any one in the Maryland/DC area to try them.
www.hprcustoms.com
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Originally Posted by blaine123
Sorry I live in the Lorton Area. Any place with a garage costs between 700K and 1 MIL +. I won't pay that amount for a crappy made townhouse. I'm holding off for a year when I move back to the midwest to buy another house. I do own a house in IL. with a 2 car garage, but doesn't do me much good out here at the moment.
Places north of DC are cheaper yes, but too far from where I work. Traffic is nightmare here. Almost the worst place in America to own a sports car. YOu pretty much only get to use ur first 2 gears and thats it. ANd thats if traffics moving.
Places north of DC are cheaper yes, but too far from where I work. Traffic is nightmare here.
Almost the worst place in America to own a sports car. YOu pretty much only get to use ur first 2 gears and thats it. ANd thats if traffics moving. 
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From: Odenton MD
Originally Posted by 9secondflat
i strongly reccomend you call Brian Bossone of Every Last Detail Performance/ ELD Performance. I have been a friend and customer of Brian since 1991. since that time i have watched Brian's shop grow, there isnt a single performance car that they have not worked on. this would include twin turbo corvettes, 7 second turbo mustangs, 8,9,10, 11, 12 second camaros, mustangs, buick grand nationals and of course c5 corvettes. they can do it all engine build ups, swaps, turbo, superchargers/ mapping,everything.
if you have watched the TV show Pinks, Brian was on the show last year. He took a mustang that his shop build in two weeks, made just under 800 rwhp and kicked the crap out of a built chevelle with a big n20 shot.
you can have 100% confidence in Brian, his techs and his level of work.
http://eldperformance.com/xindex.html
410 729 8418 shop number
Barry Goldberg
if you have watched the TV show Pinks, Brian was on the show last year. He took a mustang that his shop build in two weeks, made just under 800 rwhp and kicked the crap out of a built chevelle with a big n20 shot.
you can have 100% confidence in Brian, his techs and his level of work.
http://eldperformance.com/xindex.html
410 729 8418 shop number
Barry Goldberg
I would not echo this recommendation. If you have a Mustang then sure, ELD would be fine. IMHO, they are not the way to go for a Vette. Tony's in Gburg would be my suggestion.
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I use Tony's Corvette Shop for all my non-warranty work. Reliable and meticulous, they know Corvettes and are authorized to GMPP repairs once the car is beyond the 36/36 threshold.
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From: Seven Valleys Pennsylvania
Originally Posted by Nobigspoilerz
I would not echo this recommendation. If you have a Mustang then sure, ELD would be fine. IMHO, they are not the way to go for a Vette. Tony's in Gburg would be my suggestion.
I had problems with ELD for something very simple and after asking and searching around ended up at Tony's.( I used to work around the corner) They have an incredible facility and the quality of workmanship, attention to detail, and of course end results were spectacular. I would highly reccomend you go by and check them out, when you pull in the place you'll know you mae the right choice!
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Originally Posted by blaine123
Almost the worst place in America to own a sports car. YOu pretty much only get to use ur first 2 gears and thats it. ANd thats if traffics moving.
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Your about 2.5 hours away from ECS in Cream Ridge NJ. Thats nothing considering your going to one of the top Corvette tuner shops in the world. You know it will be done right. 
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Cooper Corvettes in Dumfries near Quantico 703-445-1483. Ask for Tom. He's been working on corvette for over 20 years. Tell him Mike Woods sent ya
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Originally Posted by blaine123
Anyone know of a reliable place to have mods done to a Z06 in the DC area?
I was wanting to upgrade to double valve springs very soon.
I was wanting to upgrade to double valve springs very soon.
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From: Mt. Airy Maryland
I would reccomend a visit to Tony's. Spend some time at the shops(s) with Tony, Keith and Andrew. I agree with Ranger, this shop is reliable and meticulous, but will add that they have passion, integrity, and knowledge. My Z was tuned on their super eddy current dyno, and many mods completed at Tony's. (I am very pleased)
My family has purchased 3 corvettes from Tony's. Absolutely remarkable business.
I'll meet you at the shop if you want a spin in a car they have modded!
My family has purchased 3 corvettes from Tony's. Absolutely remarkable business.
I'll meet you at the shop if you want a spin in a car they have modded!
