2 Old Farts Garage Endorsement

Dan

I must apologize for the late thank you for referring me to Jim and Dave.  They were incredible working on my 57 Safari wagon.  What was to be just a cam swap turned out to be a much needed engine rebuild and they were committed to making sure it was done right and without a crazy price tag.  

I was going through some difficult health issues at the time and had to leave the entire process in their hands and they took all the angst out of the situation and had the car ready for me to bring home Christmas eve.  

It is very difficult to hand over a car I've been doing the majority of the work on for 40 years to someone else and the reservations I had disappeared quickly once I'd met them and talked to them. Two of the nicest people we've met since we moved to the Island. But it was hard leaving the wagon in someone else's garage, it's been our baby since 1980, we tow our vintage Airstream trailer we've restored with it, and it truly has been a part of our lives for most of our adult lives. 

They are very caring people, we're really impressed with not just the work they do but the way they treated both my wife Donna and I.  Just nice guys, they do what they say they will, they don't make assumptions, they are the kind of people you just feel have been your friends from the moment you meet them. 

You did a very good thing for us when you suggested we talk to them about having the car repaired.  Thank you!

Barry Obermeyer

2 Old Farts Garage - 1948 Merc

Jim and Dave are working on a 1948 Merc, They are getting it going after several years of sit.ting without running. They are doing a bunch of work to it actually. They fired it up and it runs unbelievable!, Purrs like a kitten. Just waiting for a new fuel tank for her and doing brake work as well as some other odds and ends. This car is in stellar shape! She's a real gem!.

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A&W Rod Run July 1

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Knowing that you are all chomping on the bit, we have decided to have a ROD RUN. Yes, you read right! We thought it would be fun to get everybody together under strict regulations to assist you in getting your rocks off.

On July 1 Canada Day, we will be doing a Rod Run through the towns of Ladysmith and Chemainus. Start time is 6:00 p.m. at the CORNER OF GROUHEL ROAD AND CHRISTIE ROAD (NORTHBOUND)|

Be sure to check out all the Rules and Information on the website.

awladysmith.ca/cruisin

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Passing of John Petrie

John Petrie... 1942-2020.... We were saddened to hear of the passing of Canadian Drag Racing Legend John Petrie. John and his team also raced at Van Isle Dragways in Mill Bay here on Vancouver Island. John spent his retired years living on the west coast of Vancouver Island. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to John's family...... RIP John and Thanks for the Memories! ♥

Ladysmith Chronicle

Thank you to the Ladysmith Chronicle and to Media editor Cole Schisler for contacting me and for dropping me off some copies of the paper to my house yesterday. Greatly appreciated :) ♥

Note the pictures taken by Dan……

Ladysmith Chronicle

A&W Rod Run June 4

Knowing that you are all chomping on the bit, we have decided to have a ROD RUN. Yes, you read right! We thought it would be fun to get everybody together under strict regulations to assist you in getting your rocks off.

On June 4th, we will be doing a Rod Run through the towns of Ladysmith and Chemainus. Start time is 6:00 p.m. at the Ladysmith A&W, 12615B Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1M5.

Be sure to check out all the Rules and Information on the website.

awladysmith.ca/cruisin

Memorial Tribute Cruise-in for Bruce Lorimer

Memorial Tribute Cruise-in for Bruce Lorimer. It was heartwarming to see such an incredible turnout to honour such a fine gentleman. It was wonderful to see so many friends turnout to pay their respects to Bruce. While it could have been a somber occasion, I was in my glory, being among friends and taking photos of classic cars ♥

See all the pictures here.

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A little exhaust work done on a 27 Ford at 2 Old Farts Garage.