Fletch Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Hi all, I've met some of you before but i cant put faces to user names As some of you may know I used to work for BigPhil at ESR but unfortunately the place had to close. Ive been hunting around for a small holding in the area to set up my own company to continue work in the 350 community, I have found such a place and Im now sorting out applications and working through overheads etc.. ( not much fun for someone who prefers working with spanners and hammers ) I may need references from previous customers to put forward to the bank and landlord to prove previous work and to show I still have custom for the future. Any help from the club would be appreciated, and any advice from business owners would be most welcome Thanks folks Fletch Quote
Stew Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Unfortunately I never had work carried out for you but I did purchase stuff from Phil. If you are going to be selling stuff again (on any kind of scale) then I'd certainly purchase off you. Let me know and I can put that in writing.... Quote
AK350Z Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 All the best with this Fletch, i'll save you an order for when you're up and running Quote
Fletch Posted January 19, 2009 Author Posted January 19, 2009 Thanks for that, ive kept in contact with some of the suppliers so i can still get hold of some things but I want to try and stay away from mail-order stuff and concentrate on servicing, parts fitting and repairs. Fletch Quote
M13KYF Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 all the best Fletch. There has always been good thing said about ESR and the part you played. Quote
marzman Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Yep +1 to all that.... Hope you can get something sorted. Quote
neil2185 Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Where will you be based flech? Id look at the mail order too? a good side line of money making, plus you can sell it in the garage too and make even more. Quote
Chesterfield Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Ive had the following carried out by ESR/Fletch Polished fluid cans Bonnet lifters Strut Brace New discs and pads all round removal and replacement of both rear shocks Air intake P1 Service Although based over 130 miles away, I had no hesitation in making the journey to have the parts fitted. I also chose to have the service undertaken at ESR at the same time, as I prefered to have a knowledgeable and reputable company/person attend to the car. I have had experience in the servicing (and level of service) provided by mainstream garages for my 350Z and also for the company cars we have. In both cases I have decided that for both competitive pricing and quality of service that independent garges will receive my business for all those needs. In the specific case of the 350Z, and or any other similar performance vehicle in the future, I would be confident in the services of Fletch and would happily make the same 130+ mile journey to have the car serviced (or subjected to any additions/modifications) in the future. Regards, Chris. Quote
IanS16 Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 ESR/Fletch carried out the following work on my Nissan 350z: P1 Service Changing front disks and pads Camber & Toe alignment Installation of aftermarket Air Filter Installation of Aftermarket Y pipe (exhaust) Along with many other members of the 350z community, I did a 400 mile round trip from Birmingham to Sunderland to ensure my car was worked on by skilled specialists including Fletch whom I was confident would carry out the work to the highest standard. I would not hesitate to take my current or future cars to Fletch in the future. Kind Regards, Ian Quote
Toon Chris Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Fletch worked on my car at ESR with the following work: P1 servicing P3 servicing MOT pre-check Full suspension change (shocks and springs) Steering alignment Full exhaust system Brake disks and pad Various engine work All work was done to an exceptionally high standard and I have been very pleased with the professionalism on each and every job. As I live locally I am happy to offer to have any of the work inspected for quality and I would not hesitate to trust Fletch with working on my car in the future. Chris Quote
martinmac Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 I to make a 4 hour round journey to have work done by Fletch at ESR specifically because of the knowledge and experience on the 350z. The service has always been extremely good and all the work has been completed to an excellent standard. I would not hesitate to make this journey for further modifications and servicing. I have had done; Fitting of full bodykit. Fitting and setting up of KW var3 coilovers. Fitting of replacement cat. Supply and fitting of carbon fibre bonnet and lifters. Full replacement seats, steering wheel and gear lever. Replacing worn clutch and flywheel with aftermarket lightweight kit. Fitting of several sets of wheels some with spacers. Fitting of engine strut, popcharger, polished pipe, aftermarket hoses, polished plenum. Fitting of aftermarket headlights amd rear led lights. Supply and fitting of a roadster boot spoiler. Quote
Trev-the-Rev Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Good luck with the new venture Fletch. I have never visited ESR but have purchased a number of items through mail order. As has been said already, this is a good earner so you really want to try and incorporate it as well as the servicing. Quote
P15UL T Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 i make an 8 hour round journey just for the tea good luck to fletch and the gang and im sure you'll do great Paul Quote
clarkie34 Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Same here 4 hour round trip,been there twice as the service and knowledge about the 350z in my opinion was second to none.Jobs carried out where. Nismo 19 LMGT4 and tyres this was mail order Supply and fit suspension Supply and fit exhaust Induction Kit Varis Carbon Splitter Nismo V2 Rear Spoiler painted and fitted Polished Plenum Summit Strut Brace Carbon fluid/battery covers If the garage was set up again i would without doubt make the trip again. Good luck guys. Quote
M350ZB Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Right Fletch, where to begin, coming all the way from essex, a two day trip mate, specifically because of the knowledge and experience on the 350z. The service was extremely good and all the work has been completed to an excellent standard. I would not hesitate to make this journey for further modifications and servicing. What i had done. Fttng of full veilsde v3 bodykit, sprayed and ftted (as such ) Fitting of wheel spacers Fitting of wheels Fitting of full exhaust system Supply and fitting of carbon fibre bits and bobs Supplyed of many many other bits and bobs, some fitted A great guy and look forward to making the trip again for my next service and some more bits to be fitted Quote
lilsheepshagga_turbo Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 hi mate.. i'd be willing to put it in writing or even turn up with you to the bank managers office if needed -ho ps: my offer still stands with you and mark if you want to take it up sexy Quote
Greekman Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Nice to hear from you again Fletch.... I am more than happy to help as i had work done from you as well and i am very pleased with it.... although i wasnt happy you kicked me out to do the wheel alignment... All the best and you ll be the first one i ll pay a visit when i change the 350 for the 370.... Quote
Fletch Posted January 20, 2009 Author Posted January 20, 2009 I am more than happy to help as i had work done from you as well and i am very pleased with it.... although i wasnt happy you kicked me out to do the wheel alignment... Phil kicked you out not me!! May look into the supply of parts etc but the unit i found is no where near the scale ESR was so space may be an issue, there are more and more people on here supplying things so I dont want to tread on anyones toes, I just want to keep myself out the dole que Cant believe this thread has got to two pages already, didnt think id get much of a response!! Thanks guys. Fletch Quote
AK350Z Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 May look into the supply of parts etc but the unit i found is no where near the scale ESR was so space may be an issue, there are more and more people on here supplying things so I dont want to tread on anyones toes, I just want to keep myself out the dole que Fletch I think people are just stepping in to fill the void left by ESR, gotta get those pop chargers from somewhere! Quote
M350ZB Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 No worries flecth, i for one will be needing a service soon, so would defo be intrested matey ? Quote
scottsoulby Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 I was never fortunate to get to ESR, but heard many a great thing about them, when I got my 350 not too long ago, I was determined to get my car only looked at by them. So this being the closest thing I'll gladly bring my car to you guys Quote
Lexx Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 Top idea mate! Like Ho, I will glady show up in person if you need the reference. I'll get around to typing something up later. Let me know if you want it in writing though Quote
kObi Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 Where abouts are you based fletch? once i get my z i will be willing to travel if its within the 150 mile mark. Heard nothing but great things about ESR so far and wil most likely be buying stuff off you in the future. all the best. Quote
Chris`I Posted January 21, 2009 Posted January 21, 2009 Where abouts are you based fletch? once i get my z i will be willing to travel if its within the 150 mile mark. Heard nothing but great things about ESR so far and wil most likely be buying stuff off you in the future. all the best. ESR were based in Sunderland, so likely to be around there. Only visited once (well twice in 2 days ) for a plenum spacer to be fitted. Workmanship was spot on as was the tea and biccies. Put TGM Sport in Fleet to shame in the tea and biccies stakes (you taking note Adrian!), I think its a northern thing Quote
Shuck Posted January 21, 2009 Posted January 21, 2009 I didn't get my Zed till ESR had announced its closure and was gutted. This thread is an instant pick me up, especially because I live in the North East Good luck Fletch, hope it gets off the ground. Quote
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