Some Comments From Our Valued Customers
Custom Jeep plenum in Alien Silver, Flag Red and Ink Black
This page suffered a catastrophic fatal error late last year ...
Leanna ~ The CudaChick ...
Owner/Operator
The damage was so extensive -- and reconstruction efforts were so overwhelming -- that it prompted creation of the all-new PhoenixSpecialtyCoatings.com you are seeing right now. It debuted to the public in February 2011. If this is your first visit, welcome! If you've been here before, thanks for returning. You'll see a new format and a lot of changes throughout the site, and may encounter a problem or two along the way (hey I'm a motorhead powder coater, not a computer guru ... I'm doin my best haha!).
If you like what you see -- or don't -- please email me with your comments, input and suggestions for improvement. This brand new website is the result of prior comments about my old one and I couldn't do it without your help then either. (If you submitted feedback previously and it does not appear below, feel free to share your opinion again.) Thank you for your past and future support!
Most Sincerely, Your Mistress of Metal
Leanna ~ The CudaChick
If you like what you see -- or don't -- please email me with your comments, input and suggestions for improvement. This brand new website is the result of prior comments about my old one and I couldn't do it without your help then either. (If you submitted feedback previously and it does not appear below, feel free to share your opinion again.) Thank you for your past and future support!
Most Sincerely, Your Mistress of Metal
Leanna ~ The CudaChick
Different-colored text in the commentary below denotes click-able links for additional pictures or public message board content.
Repeat customer John A. of New York showing off his fabricated Mopar valve covers (see his numerous comments below)
December 19, 2011
6:34 p.m.
Hi Leanna
Just a quick note to tell you that I love the work you did on my air cleaner.
It looks beautiful!
Thanks for your attention to detail.
Hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
Kevin M.,
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Just a quick note to tell you that I love the work you did on my air cleaner.
It looks beautiful!
Thanks for your attention to detail.
Hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
Kevin M.,
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Mopar factory air cleaner base in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
Mopar factory air cleaner assembly in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
October 21, 2011
6:42 p.m.
Holy s*** it’s awesome!!!
You did a fantastic job. It arrived in perfect condition and was packed great.
The texture on the backing plate fits it perfect and the colors look exactly like the original emblems. I’m gonna pass your name and pics of the Bird around if you don’t mind. ...
Thanks again!!
Eddie L.,
New Tripoli, Pennsylvania
You did a fantastic job. It arrived in perfect condition and was packed great.
The texture on the backing plate fits it perfect and the colors look exactly like the original emblems. I’m gonna pass your name and pics of the Bird around if you don’t mind. ...
Thanks again!!
Eddie L.,
New Tripoli, Pennsylvania
April 20, 2011 ...
A slight interruption in the workflow -- and resulting feedback -- due to a tornado.
But we're back better than ever!!!
April 10, 2011
6:35 p.m.
Tod's Edelbrock air gap intake on arrival
Some more progress! 4/10/2011
Got my parts back from Leanna. Nice job Leanna!
Also worked on the short block today.
... The box mess is Leanna's awesome packing. This stuff could have fallen off the fedex truck and not been damaged.
Tod D.,
Fredericksburg, West Virginia
See more of Tod's Dodge Demon resto here!
Got my parts back from Leanna. Nice job Leanna!
Also worked on the short block today.
... The box mess is Leanna's awesome packing. This stuff could have fallen off the fedex truck and not been damaged.
Tod D.,
Fredericksburg, West Virginia
See more of Tod's Dodge Demon resto here!
January 30, 2011
8:15 p.m.
Joe's 'before' photo
Leanna, got home today and got the package off the porch. Started to mess with you and tell you box was empty but couldn't do that.
They really look great and I am sure they will look lots better in the car when I find correct accessories to go on them.
Thank you so much for the fine work, I wasn't disappointed, thanks again for everything.
Joe M.
Coker, Alabama
They really look great and I am sure they will look lots better in the car when I find correct accessories to go on them.
Thank you so much for the fine work, I wasn't disappointed, thanks again for everything.
Joe M.
Coker, Alabama
Close up of Pontiac Firebird emblem metal sign in Super Chrome, Wilder Red and Ink Black
See more distinctive custom metal signs in the Miscellaneous Metals section of the Gallery of Work Samples
A little more flak from Mother Nature won't stop us! We're better than ever!
"Beware of PSC!!!
For you new folks and others who haven't sent anything to them... Once you see up close and personal the quality and care they take with your parts you too will be a repeat customer ... "
Cal H.
Byron, Georgia
HP273 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black with polished/cleared fins
HP273 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black with polished/cleared fins
October 27, 2010
11:34 a.m.
Thank you for the outstanding work you have done for me!! Getting my old Intake and valve cover and carb to my old marine breather to look like they came right off the shelf and putting life back into them.
It was a new venture for me!! I would have never guessed it could be done at such a low cost for so much quality work you had to put into them.
Thank you for for keeping me updated as my parts were being brought back to life. As my build moves forward I know I can trust you with all my parts! Thank so much for all your help. My '66 Valiant "Victoria" is looking younger every day!
Mike S.,
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Mike's Slant 6 valve cover at home ... Wetstone Black (wrinkle) ... customer photo
October 18, 2010
8:42 p.m.
Stan's 'before' photo
Hi Leanna,
The parts came today and they look great! They really stand out against the true blue. ... Here's a picture of the hood spring and latch on the car. Don't worry I'm going to paint the bolts on the latch a argent silver so they don't stand out like a sore thumb.
I have to compliment you on the care you take packaging parts up, sure made my attempt on packing when I sent it to you look bad.
Thanks Leanna for a job well done and I'll be sending you something else down the road later.
Your customer and friend,
Stan S.
Marysville, Washington
See more photos and comments here!
The parts came today and they look great! They really stand out against the true blue. ... Here's a picture of the hood spring and latch on the car. Don't worry I'm going to paint the bolts on the latch a argent silver so they don't stand out like a sore thumb.
I have to compliment you on the care you take packaging parts up, sure made my attempt on packing when I sent it to you look bad.
Thanks Leanna for a job well done and I'll be sending you something else down the road later.
Your customer and friend,
Stan S.
Marysville, Washington
See more photos and comments here!
Mopar hood latches in Silver Glaze
Close up of Silver Glaze
September 29, 2010
3:45 a.m.
'Before' photo of custom bike frame
Got the frame home and it looks really good.
Thanks so much!I know I can be a pain and I just wanted to thank you for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Thanks again,
Jere B.,
HellBent Custom Cycles
Thanks so much!I know I can be a pain and I just wanted to thank you for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Thanks again,
Jere B.,
HellBent Custom Cycles
Custom motorcycle frame in Tangelo Mist over Ink Black
Close up of custom motorcycle frame in Tangelo Mist over Ink Black
September 10, 2010
12:03 a.m.
My Dad's gittin old / Good Chickie alert!!!
'Before' photo of Charger 273 air cleaner lid
Well I got an e mail today from our own lovely Hott chickie powdercoater Ms Leanna from phoenix specialty coatings asking if my dad got his air cleaner yet????
... so I call over to Grandiddy's house and asked him if he had gotten any packages today and he say's "i got this kewl cake cover and the sweetest note from some chick from tennessee."
...so I go over there and sure enough he's taken the air cleaner lid from leanna and used it to cover the chocolate cake my mom (his ex wife) made for him and racheal.
...so I scored a piece of cake but he won't let me or racheal read the note????? wtf??? so Good Chickie alert anyway!!!!
what'd tha dang note say???
Curtis Y.,
Floral City, Florida
Curtis, I'll never tell!!!
But as soon as I get a picture of the air cleaner serving as a cake cover, I'll add it in here. I'm dying to see it myself!!!
~ Leanna ~
... so I call over to Grandiddy's house and asked him if he had gotten any packages today and he say's "i got this kewl cake cover and the sweetest note from some chick from tennessee."
...so I go over there and sure enough he's taken the air cleaner lid from leanna and used it to cover the chocolate cake my mom (his ex wife) made for him and racheal.
...so I scored a piece of cake but he won't let me or racheal read the note????? wtf??? so Good Chickie alert anyway!!!!
what'd tha dang note say???
Curtis Y.,
Floral City, Florida
Curtis, I'll never tell!!!
But as soon as I get a picture of the air cleaner serving as a cake cover, I'll add it in here. I'm dying to see it myself!!!
~ Leanna ~
Commando 273 air cleaner lid in Super Chrome
Commando 273 air cleaner lid in Super Chrome
September 2, 2010
7:42 p.m. ~ Leanna Strikes Again!
This Gal and her operation is first class. Look at what she did with a real beat-to-death, torched .... twisted and massaged Hurst shifter.
I moved this one around with a torch so it fit me good with the pistol grip. Instead of re-chroming, I had our very own Leanna work her magic.
She also called and asked if she could re-contour the finger grips on the handle. Naturally, I told her she can do whatever the Hell pleases. She's THAT good. Look at the handle.
Phoenix Specialty Coatings is the only place worth dealing with. That's why I ship my stuff down to Tenn. from New York.
These are teaser shots Leanna sent me. I can't wait until it get's here so I can bolt it in .....
Seriously. If your going to invest in powder coating, go the extra distance and send it to PSC. She really does do awesome work that, in my opinion, off-sets the shipping cost.
John A.,
Bayside, NY
I moved this one around with a torch so it fit me good with the pistol grip. Instead of re-chroming, I had our very own Leanna work her magic.
She also called and asked if she could re-contour the finger grips on the handle. Naturally, I told her she can do whatever the Hell pleases. She's THAT good. Look at the handle.
Phoenix Specialty Coatings is the only place worth dealing with. That's why I ship my stuff down to Tenn. from New York.
These are teaser shots Leanna sent me. I can't wait until it get's here so I can bolt it in .....
Seriously. If your going to invest in powder coating, go the extra distance and send it to PSC. She really does do awesome work that, in my opinion, off-sets the shipping cost.
John A.,
Bayside, NY
Custom 'Mistress' shifter handle in Silk Satin Black; lever in Alien Silver
Custom 'Mistress' shifter handle in Silk Satin Black; lever in Alien Silver
I'm always updating the feedback page!
Bookmark PSC, tell your friends, and check back
to see what's new next week.
August 9, 2010
7:59 p.m. ~ My Latest Catch!
Got mine! Done by our resident Powdercoater guru! Leanna of PSC fame!
Man its awesome!
Layin on the grass! I just pulled it out of the ocean! It was fighting me for a long time! Barracudas are PREDATORS for sure!
Finally mounted on the Lanai... Wow what a nice trophy! It's a great conversation piece!
Aloha and Mahalo!
Mike M.,
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Man its awesome!
Layin on the grass! I just pulled it out of the ocean! It was fighting me for a long time! Barracudas are PREDATORS for sure!
Finally mounted on the Lanai... Wow what a nice trophy! It's a great conversation piece!
Aloha and Mahalo!
Mike M.,
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Barracuda emblem sign in a custom mix to match Mike's interior; photo courtesy of Mike M.
Photo courtesy of Mike M.
June 8, 2010
9:23 p.m.
John's 'before' photo
Leanna Rocks ...
Today I got me a package from Tennessee.... Guess what was inside?
Once again, our very own Mistress of Metal did a fabulous job of turning crap into jewels. PSC did a great job on my hood latch loop, popper spring, and safety latch, along with my trunk latch loop. Awesome job! The finish is a silver cadium that is going to POP big time against the Turquoise!
Here's the Before....
That's F`in stunning work...
It's not just hype. I have powder coater's up here on Long Island. I don't have a GOOD powder coater.
Thank you Leanna & PSC
John A.
New York
Today I got me a package from Tennessee.... Guess what was inside?
Once again, our very own Mistress of Metal did a fabulous job of turning crap into jewels. PSC did a great job on my hood latch loop, popper spring, and safety latch, along with my trunk latch loop. Awesome job! The finish is a silver cadium that is going to POP big time against the Turquoise!
Here's the Before....
That's F`in stunning work...
It's not just hype. I have powder coater's up here on Long Island. I don't have a GOOD powder coater.
Thank you Leanna & PSC
John A.
New York
A Body Mopar hood latch assembly in Silver Glaze
A Body Mopar hood catch in Silver Glaze
May 26, 2010
8:44 a.m. ~ FABO Forum
Roger K's photoshop idea
If Leanna can powder coat the fish chrome or close, the top of the circle blue and the bottom of the circle red then I may want one!
Sorry for the bad photoshop, but you get the idea.
Leanna, what do you think?
RogerK
Colchester, Connecticut
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No problem RogerK! The only limit is your imagination. I can do whatever you wish.
I have a couple chrome looking powders but the fish might look better / flashier in Alien Silver or Silver Glaze -- a light argent -- instead. (The chrome powders cure at a lower temp than other powders and require a clear coat that can dull the finish somewhat.)
I've got quite a stash of RPM's various CNC signs here and am working through them per individual custom orders. They're all nice, clean heavy gauge metal and I'd expect nothing less from these Barracuda signs.
Leanna ~ The CudaChick
August 30, 2010 Update
Well, Leanna finally got to shipping me my sign. I think it turned out TOO good so she hung on to it for awhile to admire her handy work.
Ohh, I almost forgot. After the pictures of The Best Sign Ever, you can see the special "Pin Up Girl" I have hanging in my garage. I should post her in the "Hot Mopar Babes" thread.
THANK YOU, LEANNA! Its Perfect! The sign I mean, the picture was a nice bonus!
Roger K.,
Colchester, Connecticut
Sorry for the bad photoshop, but you get the idea.
Leanna, what do you think?
RogerK
Colchester, Connecticut
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No problem RogerK! The only limit is your imagination. I can do whatever you wish.
I have a couple chrome looking powders but the fish might look better / flashier in Alien Silver or Silver Glaze -- a light argent -- instead. (The chrome powders cure at a lower temp than other powders and require a clear coat that can dull the finish somewhat.)
I've got quite a stash of RPM's various CNC signs here and am working through them per individual custom orders. They're all nice, clean heavy gauge metal and I'd expect nothing less from these Barracuda signs.
Leanna ~ The CudaChick
August 30, 2010 Update
Well, Leanna finally got to shipping me my sign. I think it turned out TOO good so she hung on to it for awhile to admire her handy work.
Ohh, I almost forgot. After the pictures of The Best Sign Ever, you can see the special "Pin Up Girl" I have hanging in my garage. I should post her in the "Hot Mopar Babes" thread.
THANK YOU, LEANNA! Its Perfect! The sign I mean, the picture was a nice bonus!
Roger K.,
Colchester, Connecticut
Custom 2-sided Barracuda emblem sign in Blue Odyssey, Alien Silver and Wilder Red
Photo courtesy of Roger K.
Photo courtesy of Roger K
Valued customer Terry O's L82 'vette motor with PSC-restored valve covers
May 19, 2010, 2:32 a.m.
'Before' photo of Mopar HP273 'Commando' valve covers
OMG ! OUTSTANDING !!!!
I shouldn't be "texting and driving" but it's a safe stretch and I have to reply to company e-mails all the time anyway.
I woulda never thunk it. To say I'm impressed would be a gross understatement. Many thanks !
Decal ............ I've no preference to color. Thank you. I'm going to do a "board" of vendors who made the Dart look like what it will eventually be.
I'll be posting [on ForABodiesOnly.com] when my signal is better and the boat is stopped (don't want to log on when moving).
Ardent Fan,
Roger T.
Urbana, Illinois
I shouldn't be "texting and driving" but it's a safe stretch and I have to reply to company e-mails all the time anyway.
I woulda never thunk it. To say I'm impressed would be a gross understatement. Many thanks !
Decal ............ I've no preference to color. Thank you. I'm going to do a "board" of vendors who made the Dart look like what it will eventually be.
I'll be posting [on ForABodiesOnly.com] when my signal is better and the boat is stopped (don't want to log on when moving).
Ardent Fan,
Roger T.
Urbana, Illinois
Mopar 273 HP 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black (wrinkle) with polished / cleared fins
Mopar 273 HP 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black with polished / cleared fins
Roger's '65 Dart GT ... check out more of his build at http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=98120&referrerid=641
April 21, 2010
10:42 a.m.
'Before' photo of Mickey Thompson Mopar valve covers
Re: Leanna has worked her magic!
Here's a pic of my M/T valve covers I sent Leanna to powdercoat.
I bought these from J-Mac awhile back (they were painted red) but in decent shape. Leanna has a before pic, hope she can add to this with the pic before? [Got ya covered Scott ;-)]
Anyway, they look awesome and will look great on my 408 in the 66 Dart. I'm shooting for the old school look (nostalgia).
Thanks again Leanna, your work is impeccable! Are you sure these are mine? LOL
Scott M.,
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Here's a pic of my M/T valve covers I sent Leanna to powdercoat.
I bought these from J-Mac awhile back (they were painted red) but in decent shape. Leanna has a before pic, hope she can add to this with the pic before? [Got ya covered Scott ;-)]
Anyway, they look awesome and will look great on my 408 in the 66 Dart. I'm shooting for the old school look (nostalgia).
Thanks again Leanna, your work is impeccable! Are you sure these are mine? LOL
Scott M.,
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Mickey Thompson Mopar valve covers in Silk Satin Black with polished fins/logos
Close up shop photo of Mickey Thompson Mopar valve covers in Silk Satin Black with polished fins/logos
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other reward or benefit of any kind whatsoever.
We sincerely appreciate our customers taking the time to provide
their honest feedback about our services and are extremely proud to
share it publicly here.
We appreciate your business!
April 19, 2010
8:32 p.m. ~ CudaChick1968 RANT
'65 Barracuda door latches on arrival
After about a year of doing business with her, she has the audacity to do this to my parts.
I send her 45yr old parts with patina on them, and she completely and utterly makes it all disappear. Not only that but she takes my latches apart and makes them work again.
Sheesh........the gaull of some people!!!!!!!!!!
I would only recommend her services to folks who really want a class act job.
Am I the only one that feels this way? [Click that link to read almost 60 answers to his question and see additional customers' pics added to the post.]
We must end the tyranny of the Mistress of Metal.
Its just a shame ...... in this day and age of half a$$ workmanship and low quality customer service ...... Someone like Leanna has got to come along and raise the bar for everyone else to aspire to.
Roger E.,
Eustis, Florida
I send her 45yr old parts with patina on them, and she completely and utterly makes it all disappear. Not only that but she takes my latches apart and makes them work again.
Sheesh........the gaull of some people!!!!!!!!!!
I would only recommend her services to folks who really want a class act job.
Am I the only one that feels this way? [Click that link to read almost 60 answers to his question and see additional customers' pics added to the post.]
We must end the tyranny of the Mistress of Metal.
Its just a shame ...... in this day and age of half a$$ workmanship and low quality customer service ...... Someone like Leanna has got to come along and raise the bar for everyone else to aspire to.
Roger E.,
Eustis, Florida
Rebuilt door latch in Silver Glaze (argent)
Aftermarket oil filter relocator on arrival
After ... Royalton Blue over Mist Blue (in-house color match was performed using the overspray on Roger's door latches at above left)
A few Cuda parts in Ink Black
April 7, 2010
8:42 p.m.
'Before' photo of big block Mopar valve covers
ForABodiesOnly.com ~ General Discussion Forum
My 1st Powder Coating
I sent my new manifold and valve covers to our CudaChick and WOW!!! What a great job!!
The parts were coated Alien Silver over Ink Black and then clear coated. The pictures barely do the parts justice. In the sun they just pop.
Any you guys contemplating powder coating, I highly recommend their work. And to all who recommended and praised their work you were right!
And a special thanks to Leanna, you made the experience easy for me, and did a GREAT job.
Check out the work...
Ken W.,
Portage, Wisconsin
My 1st Powder Coating
I sent my new manifold and valve covers to our CudaChick and WOW!!! What a great job!!
The parts were coated Alien Silver over Ink Black and then clear coated. The pictures barely do the parts justice. In the sun they just pop.
Any you guys contemplating powder coating, I highly recommend their work. And to all who recommended and praised their work you were right!
And a special thanks to Leanna, you made the experience easy for me, and did a GREAT job.
Check out the work...
Ken W.,
Portage, Wisconsin
'Before' photo of brand new Edelbrock Victor big block Mopar intake manifold
Alien Silver over Ink Black
Close up of Alien Silver over Ink Black
Close up of Alien Silver over Ink Black
Ken's engine bay
March 16, 2010
8:05 p.m. ~ Great Job Leanna #2!
As usual, Leanna cranks out another top notch job.
Leanna, you've got it all woman! Everything was done as specified and finish exceeded my expectations.
This VC was in really rough condition and look at it now! You should get a contract with Boyd's, Orange County Choppers and Chip Foose.
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
Leanna, you've got it all woman! Everything was done as specified and finish exceeded my expectations.
This VC was in really rough condition and look at it now! You should get a contract with Boyd's, Orange County Choppers and Chip Foose.
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
Photo courtesy of Joe E.
Photo courtesy of Joe E.
March 16, 2010
4:33 p.m. ~ Great Job Leanna!!!
As most you guys know I recently had my tri-power air cleaner restored by Leanna. Well I recently sent her a set of Holley aluminum valve covers I purchased from DARTGAME.
Well I got them back today and WOW these covers turned out awesome. She always goes above and beyond my expectations in the quality work she does and blows my mind away. Here are some before and after pics and I'll throw one in of the air cleaner since I think it will be a nice matched set.
John M.
Conestoga, Pennsylvania
Read more message board comments and see additional photos here!
See more of John's comments about his Tri-Power below ...
Well I got them back today and WOW these covers turned out awesome. She always goes above and beyond my expectations in the quality work she does and blows my mind away. Here are some before and after pics and I'll throw one in of the air cleaner since I think it will be a nice matched set.
John M.
Conestoga, Pennsylvania
Read more message board comments and see additional photos here!
Close up 'before' photo
Custom Mopar Holley valve covers in Desert Nite Black
Photos courtesy of John M.
Rare custom Mopar Tri-Power air cleaner lid in Desert Nite Black
Speaking of "above and beyond," those Pennsylvania guys are something else!
Valued customer John M. from Conestoga outdid himself too! He signed me up for a subscription to a really cool Pennsylvania car show publication called "Cruise News," and even paid for a business card-sized box ad for the shop (see photos below) -- now THAT'S A HAPPY CUSTOMER! And he's got a really happy powder coater too!
John, you're truly amazing, and your kind and generous efforts are appreciated more than you could ever know. PSC has made the jump to print media for the first time ever thanks to you! Your confidence is overwhelming and the added exposure will be terrific. Thank you John!
~ Leanna ~
LOOK FOR PSC IN CRUISE NEWS!
Feb 2011 Cruise News Pennsylvania car show publication
Our business card ad debuted in the 19th Anniversary Issue of Cruise News in February, 2011 courtesy of valued customer JOHN M. of Conestoga, Pennsylvania! Thanks John!!!
Back cover of Feb 2011 Cruise News Pennsylvania car show publication
March 2, 2010
6:49 p.m.
'Before' photo of Mopar factory air cleaner
Leanna,
A quick note, the post man just delivered the new air cleaner. Ripped it open to check it out and its perfect! Couldn't be more satisfied, thanks so much.
Trip to Japan set my car work on the back burner a bit but can't wait to get back at it. I know that air cleaner will make it run real fast now. haha
but it'll look good.
Take care!
Hans J.,
Anchorage, Alaska
A quick note, the post man just delivered the new air cleaner. Ripped it open to check it out and its perfect! Couldn't be more satisfied, thanks so much.
Trip to Japan set my car work on the back burner a bit but can't wait to get back at it. I know that air cleaner will make it run real fast now. haha
but it'll look good.
Take care!
Hans J.,
Anchorage, Alaska
Mopar factory air cleaner assembly in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
Mopar factory air cleaner assembly in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
February 21, 2010
8:34 p.m.
'Before' photo of Jeep 4.0 valve and timing covers
Leanna,
The valve and timing covers look freaking awesome! As usual, your work is outstanding.
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
See Joe's first extensive and detailed write up below.
The valve and timing covers look freaking awesome! As usual, your work is outstanding.
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
See Joe's first extensive and detailed write up below.
Custom Jeep 4.0 valve and timing covers in Ink Black
Close up of Jeep valve cover in Ink Black
February 18, 2010
3:41 p.m. ~ Great Vendor!
Thank you for the great job on the bumper brackets!
I didn't give you much to work with but you were able to make my day. Yes, these bumper brackets were reborn.
Tony F.,
Columbus, Indiana
I didn't give you much to work with but you were able to make my day. Yes, these bumper brackets were reborn.
Tony F.,
Columbus, Indiana
January 21, 2010
1:38 p.m.
'Before' photograph of Tri-Power air cleaner
Leanna, I got it today all wrapped up snug like a bug in a rug.
That air cleaner looks so awesome that I almost hate to put in on my car, haha ... NOT. I may display it (show it off) for the time being till my car is finished......give or take a few years.
I know who and where my powdercoating needs will be going to. Thanks for ALL the effort you and Billy have put into it on restoring this piece to it's glory!
I will post the new pics and comments in the thread I started back in October, and will put them in my gallery.
Thank you so much!
John M.,
Conestoga, Pennsylvania
That air cleaner looks so awesome that I almost hate to put in on my car, haha ... NOT. I may display it (show it off) for the time being till my car is finished......give or take a few years.
I know who and where my powdercoating needs will be going to. Thanks for ALL the effort you and Billy have put into it on restoring this piece to it's glory!
I will post the new pics and comments in the thread I started back in October, and will put them in my gallery.
Thank you so much!
John M.,
Conestoga, Pennsylvania
'Before' photo of Tri-Power air cleaner base
Custom Tri-Power air cleaner lid in Desert Nite Black
Tri-Power air cleaner base in Silver Glaze (argent)
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Prior customers, please email your photos to
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January 8, 2010
12:35 a.m.
'Before' photo of Mopar Mickey Thompson valve covers
Dear Ms. Johnson, I received the Mickey Thompson finned aluminum valve covers I sent to you for powder coating and installation of a custom designed decal. I have never been more pleased with the quality of the work done on these items than any other outside service I have contracted.
Your work, careful coordination to insure correctness, promptness, and careful re-packing for shipment should be standards.
I am thoroughly pleased with the results and will not hesitate to recommend Phoenix Specialty Coatings to ANYONE who is considering powder coating.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Steven D.,
Dallas, Texas
... but then there was more ...
Okay enough of the junk you can use on the web.
Leanna, I am happy like a Snoopy happy dance. I came home from work, pizza and beer in hand, my alma mater freshly crowned BCS National Champs, and found the box with the valve covers. They are an "out-of-the-park-home run".
I really could not be more pleased with the results. There's only one more thing that could make this night better, but it ain't gonna happen. I'm not going to be greedy but will enjoy the moment. Thank you, thank you.
I have a Dallas Mopar Club meeting on Sunday. Guess what I'm taking for "show and tell"?
Steve
Your work, careful coordination to insure correctness, promptness, and careful re-packing for shipment should be standards.
I am thoroughly pleased with the results and will not hesitate to recommend Phoenix Specialty Coatings to ANYONE who is considering powder coating.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Steven D.,
Dallas, Texas
... but then there was more ...
Okay enough of the junk you can use on the web.
Leanna, I am happy like a Snoopy happy dance. I came home from work, pizza and beer in hand, my alma mater freshly crowned BCS National Champs, and found the box with the valve covers. They are an "out-of-the-park-home run".
I really could not be more pleased with the results. There's only one more thing that could make this night better, but it ain't gonna happen. I'm not going to be greedy but will enjoy the moment. Thank you, thank you.
I have a Dallas Mopar Club meeting on Sunday. Guess what I'm taking for "show and tell"?
Steve
Custom one-off Mopar Mickey Thompson valve covers in Silk Satin Black with custom 318 callout decals prepared by Ace of Signs, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Our Maine Coon Bigfoot showing off Steve's M/T valve covers
The Mistress of Metal in action
Any qualified powder coater can color your parts.
Only Phoenix Specialty Coatings RESTORES THEM.
December 1, 2009
10:42 p.m.
Commandos on arrival ... yikes
These were acquired in a horse trade deal, I have no use for them.
They were in pretty rough shape, I sent them off to our very own Leanna, princess of powder, (PSC) for some much needed attention.
There are two scratches that could not be sanded/buffed out, would not be noticeable with plug wires installed.
$200 + freight, currently located in Lexington, KY.
Roger E.,
Eustis, Florida
The thread evolved into a display of several prior customers' work on Mopar HP 273 Commando valve covers and resulted in a sale for my customer! Congrats Roger ... it's always a pleasure to work with you.
They were in pretty rough shape, I sent them off to our very own Leanna, princess of powder, (PSC) for some much needed attention.
There are two scratches that could not be sanded/buffed out, would not be noticeable with plug wires installed.
$200 + freight, currently located in Lexington, KY.
Roger E.,
Eustis, Florida
The thread evolved into a display of several prior customers' work on Mopar HP 273 Commando valve covers and resulted in a sale for my customer! Congrats Roger ... it's always a pleasure to work with you.
Commando valve covers in Wetstone Black with polished/cleared fins
November 8, 2009
7:45 p.m.
Mike's engine bay 'before'
Thank you PSC / Leanna!
I just had to jump in here and thank the best darn powder coating company out there.
My valve cover and intake to my air horn and carb adapter was done by the best.
Thank you for all the time and commitment to get these old parts looking better then new.
This slant six may not be everyone's cup of tea but I am soooo happy!
Thank you PHOENIX SPECIALTY COATINGS for your October valve cover special you had going.
Mike S.,
Jonesborough, Arkansas
I just had to jump in here and thank the best darn powder coating company out there.
My valve cover and intake to my air horn and carb adapter was done by the best.
Thank you for all the time and commitment to get these old parts looking better then new.
This slant six may not be everyone's cup of tea but I am soooo happy!
Thank you PHOENIX SPECIALTY COATINGS for your October valve cover special you had going.
Mike S.,
Jonesborough, Arkansas
Mike's engine bay with lots of PSC work (see Gallery page for details)
'Before' photo of Slant 6 Mopar valve cover
Slant 6 Mopar valve cover in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
Mopar Offenhauser intake manifold in Blasted Aluminum with Manhattan Blue adapter plate
See more comments from Mike S. below!
October 27, 2009
7:50 p.m. ~ PSC Alert
The UPS truck pulled up the driveway and handed me a big box. I want to Thank PHOENIX SPECIALTY COATINGS!!!
I could not wait to share my /6 valve cover that will last a life time+ more.
Again Leanna has out done herself! I caught the October valve cover special and can't wait t get this valve cover back on my /6.
Thank you Leanna
You sure got this ol 44 year old valve cover in new condition.
Here are a few pictures, This was hard to get a good shot of with a full belly of stew and being exited at the same time.
Time for a cold one ... It's time to celebrate!!
Mike S.
Jonesboro, Arkansas
I could not wait to share my /6 valve cover that will last a life time+ more.
Again Leanna has out done herself! I caught the October valve cover special and can't wait t get this valve cover back on my /6.
Thank you Leanna
You sure got this ol 44 year old valve cover in new condition.
Here are a few pictures, This was hard to get a good shot of with a full belly of stew and being exited at the same time.
Time for a cold one ... It's time to celebrate!!
Mike S.
Jonesboro, Arkansas
'After' photo courtesy of Mike S.
'After' photo courtesy of Mike S.
October 4, 2009
9:05 a.m.
'Before' photo of John's BMX bike parts
RE: BMX Frame & Bars
Leanna,
That looks effin awesome.
You are the best.
John P.,
Cornelius, Oregon
Thanks for running my decals! ~ Leanna ~
Leanna,
That looks effin awesome.
You are the best.
John P.,
Cornelius, Oregon
Thanks for running my decals! ~ Leanna ~
BMX frame and bars in Neon Yellow (photo courtesy of John P.)
BMX frame and bars in Neon Yellow (photo courtesy of John P.)
September 19, 2009
11:21 a.m.
'Before' photo of Mopar Magnum valve covers
Re: Useful Vendor Reviews - ForABodiesOnly.com
#1 Phoenix Specialty Coatings powdercoated a set of SB Magnum valve covers for me. They can handle all engine parts and now bigger items with their new oven.
#2 Work quality is excellent and customer service is really special. Leanna went above and beyond in working with me to match a color I wanted, complete to sending me color chips to compare prior to doing the work. She also fixed an issue with the baffles on the covers and alerted everyone on FABO to a potential problem.
#3 They're located in Greenfield, TN, but she is a FABO member so you can contact her here as well.
#4 website link: http://phoenixspecialtycoatings.com/
#5 I will certainly use their services again.
Ken H.,
Placentia, California
#1 Phoenix Specialty Coatings powdercoated a set of SB Magnum valve covers for me. They can handle all engine parts and now bigger items with their new oven.
#2 Work quality is excellent and customer service is really special. Leanna went above and beyond in working with me to match a color I wanted, complete to sending me color chips to compare prior to doing the work. She also fixed an issue with the baffles on the covers and alerted everyone on FABO to a potential problem.
#3 They're located in Greenfield, TN, but she is a FABO member so you can contact her here as well.
#4 website link: http://phoenixspecialtycoatings.com/
#5 I will certainly use their services again.
Ken H.,
Placentia, California
Mopar Magnum valve covers in Crystal Blue
Mopar Magnum valve covers in Crystal Blue
August 29, 2009
10:19 p.m.
hahaha woohoooo!!!
Great work!!! Way better than I have ever imagined!!!
I cant believe how great everything turned out.
Corbin H.,
Bakersfield, California
Check out Corbin's Dart on the home page under the Sponsored Drivers section!
Great work!!! Way better than I have ever imagined!!!
I cant believe how great everything turned out.
Corbin H.,
Bakersfield, California
Check out Corbin's Dart on the home page under the Sponsored Drivers section!
Custom big block Mopar parts (see Gallery for details)
One-off Cal Custom valve covers in Wilder Red and Ironsides II
August 15, 2009
3:31 p.m.
Phoenix Specialty Coatings Praise!!!
I just wanted to show off PSC's latest work and addition to my 69 fastback.
I had PSC do the valve covers and breather last year and this year it was the air cleaner, base and nut.
Thanks Leanna aka CudaChick.
Eric V.
Ohio
I had PSC do the valve covers and breather last year and this year it was the air cleaner, base and nut.
Thanks Leanna aka CudaChick.
Eric V.
Ohio
July 9, 2009
'Before' shot of unsilenced air cleaner
Leanne [sic], the air cleaner looks perfect. I thought I would snap a shot of the engine it will eventually top once all the other work is done.
Thanks again for your help and I hope you'll gain some work from the parts exposure at Carlisle. Let me know if I can do anything more to help out.
David M.,
Eden, NY
Thanks again for your help and I hope you'll gain some work from the parts exposure at Carlisle. Let me know if I can do anything more to help out.
David M.,
Eden, NY
Unsilenced Mopar air cleaner in Wetstone Black (wrinkle)
David's motor
May 26, 2009
11:00 p.m. ~ She did it AGAIN!!!
Leanna did it again!!! I bought this part from a FABO member, he mailed it to PSC ... and she did her MAGIC!!!!
Yeah me!!! Yeah Leanna!!!!
before and after ALOHA!!!!!
Mike M.,
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Yeah me!!! Yeah Leanna!!!!
before and after ALOHA!!!!!
Mike M.,
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Duster trunk latch in Alien Silver
May 17, 2009
8:15 p.m.
'Before' picture of Jim's intake manifold
Leanna & Billy:
Received my intake manifold and timing chain cover this week but have been too tied up to write to thank you.
Better looking than I had hoped for. Your quality work will add greatly to my car's appearance.
I was especially impressed when you called to point out that I needed repair work for my heat crossover, you could have just as easily finished the powder coating and shipped these back to me. Quality work, quality service at a reasonable price.
Thanks for including some cards, I'll make sure I pass them out to those needing work. Feel free to use me as a reference any time.
Thanks again!
Jim T.,
Celina, Ohio
Received my intake manifold and timing chain cover this week but have been too tied up to write to thank you.
Better looking than I had hoped for. Your quality work will add greatly to my car's appearance.
I was especially impressed when you called to point out that I needed repair work for my heat crossover, you could have just as easily finished the powder coating and shipped these back to me. Quality work, quality service at a reasonable price.
Thanks for including some cards, I'll make sure I pass them out to those needing work. Feel free to use me as a reference any time.
Thanks again!
Jim T.,
Celina, Ohio
'Before' photo of Mopar timing cover
Mopar timing cover in Super Chrome
Mopar intake manifold in Super Chrome
'Before' photo of Mopar lower control arms
A Special Thanks goes out to Cuda Chick and Phoenix Specialty Coatings for the exceptional treatment I got and the superior job they did on my 66 Cuda control arms and hardware. I won’t even hold it against you that you referred to my parts as 66 dart.....lol
We will definitely be doing business again, you exceeded my expectations and kept me in the loop throughout the process.
Thanks again!
Joe R.,
Virginia Beach, VA
The photo to your right was featured in the December 2011 edition of Hemmings Motor News on page 74!
We're gettin' famous heh hehhh
We will definitely be doing business again, you exceeded my expectations and kept me in the loop throughout the process.
Thanks again!
Joe R.,
Virginia Beach, VA
The photo to your right was featured in the December 2011 edition of Hemmings Motor News on page 74!
We're gettin' famous heh hehhh
Mopar lower control arms in Silk Satin Black
Suspension hardware in Silk Satin Black
Mopar upper control arms in Silk Satin Black
April 15, 2009
11:40 p.m.
'Before' photo of Pontiac intake manifold
From: clhyer@cox.net
Re: Great Work by PSC
We just had our intake manifold powdercoated by an outfit in TN called Phoenix Specialty Coating (PSC). When we restored our bird we had many parts powdered by a local firm, but they were all either black or silver - the local firm didn't want to special order any other colors or (anymore) do small jobs.
We learned of PSC on another forum I frequent and I want to pass along how pleased we are with the work they done. After my initial contact they sent me several color swatches for matching up (we settled on Poncho Blue). We sent the intake, PVC bracket, thermostat housing and a handful of bolts. They turned them around in a week for us! And the quality of the work is way above what we got locally.
Pictures can be found here: http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=59923, or you can contact me directly and I will be glad to send you the pics. The color has a little more blue in it, but we intend to send the valve covers in this fall which will mitigate the slight color difference.
I am not related to these folks, but they were super to deal with, price was reasonable and I am happy to give them a plug. If you are considering any powdercoating, give these good folks a try.
Cal & James H.,
Byron, Georgia
More pictures and comments here!
Re: Great Work by PSC
We just had our intake manifold powdercoated by an outfit in TN called Phoenix Specialty Coating (PSC). When we restored our bird we had many parts powdered by a local firm, but they were all either black or silver - the local firm didn't want to special order any other colors or (anymore) do small jobs.
We learned of PSC on another forum I frequent and I want to pass along how pleased we are with the work they done. After my initial contact they sent me several color swatches for matching up (we settled on Poncho Blue). We sent the intake, PVC bracket, thermostat housing and a handful of bolts. They turned them around in a week for us! And the quality of the work is way above what we got locally.
Pictures can be found here: http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=59923, or you can contact me directly and I will be glad to send you the pics. The color has a little more blue in it, but we intend to send the valve covers in this fall which will mitigate the slight color difference.
I am not related to these folks, but they were super to deal with, price was reasonable and I am happy to give them a plug. If you are considering any powdercoating, give these good folks a try.
Cal & James H.,
Byron, Georgia
More pictures and comments here!
Pontiac intake manifold, pcv bracket and hardware in Poncho Blue
Pontiac intake manifold, pcv bracket and hardware in Poncho Blue
Bottom view of Pontiac intake manifold, pcv bracket and hardware in Poncho Blue
March 29, 2009
12:20 a.m.
'Before' photo of L82 valve covers courtesy of Terry O.
From torg57@aol.com
Re: My Valve Cover Job
This is the great job that Leanna at "Phoenix Specialty Coatings" did to bring my engine's looks back to life.
There's nothing like having the original parts reborn to keep a car's originality yet give it that newness at the same time. You be the judge.
These are the same valve covers that came on my car 31 years ago 'after' they were polished and refinished by Leanna at Phoenix Specialty Coatings. This is what they mean when they say it's "Where Your Parts Are Reborn."
Thank you Leanna ... Great job!!
Terry Orgeron
Lafayette, Louisiana
2009 President ~ Bayou State Corvette Club, Inc.
View Terry's entire valve cover resto photo album at http://www.motortopia.com/album/18610.
Re: My Valve Cover Job
This is the great job that Leanna at "Phoenix Specialty Coatings" did to bring my engine's looks back to life.
There's nothing like having the original parts reborn to keep a car's originality yet give it that newness at the same time. You be the judge.
These are the same valve covers that came on my car 31 years ago 'after' they were polished and refinished by Leanna at Phoenix Specialty Coatings. This is what they mean when they say it's "Where Your Parts Are Reborn."
Thank you Leanna ... Great job!!
Terry Orgeron
Lafayette, Louisiana
2009 President ~ Bayou State Corvette Club, Inc.
View Terry's entire valve cover resto photo album at http://www.motortopia.com/album/18610.
Custom polished Corvette L82 valve covers in Ink Black
Terry's L82 Corvette motor
L82s in progress ... after polishing, before coating
March 2009
'Before' picture of Mike's HP273 Commando valve covers (photo courtesy of Mike W.)
From: ToolmanMike
Re: Hp273 Valve covers back from Leanna
Here's a few [more] before and after shots of my valve covers that Leanna just got done for me. They turned out fantabulous and Leanna went the extra mile to make them perfect. I owe her big. See for yourself.
She's the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mike W.
Waterloo, Iowa
Re: Hp273 Valve covers back from Leanna
Here's a few [more] before and after shots of my valve covers that Leanna just got done for me. They turned out fantabulous and Leanna went the extra mile to make them perfect. I owe her big. See for yourself.
She's the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mike W.
Waterloo, Iowa
Mopar HP273 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black (wrinkle) with polished fins
Mopar HP273 'Commando' valve covers in Wetstone Black (wrinkle) with polished fins
September 9, 2008
8:31 a.m.
'Before' photo of Commandos
Just got my Commando Valve Covers back from Leanna at PSC.
She did an absolutely fantastic job on them - all I can say is WOW! They look way too nice to put on a car. Something's wrong with my camera so no pictures - maybe if Leanna took any she could post them.
As others have said and I'll echo, she comes very highly recommended for all your powder coating work (and in the case of my valve covers wrinkle finish powder coating).
Don H.,
Strasburg, Virginia
She did an absolutely fantastic job on them - all I can say is WOW! They look way too nice to put on a car. Something's wrong with my camera so no pictures - maybe if Leanna took any she could post them.
As others have said and I'll echo, she comes very highly recommended for all your powder coating work (and in the case of my valve covers wrinkle finish powder coating).
Don H.,
Strasburg, Virginia
Commando valve covers in Wetstone Black
Commando valve covers in Wetstone Black
September 7, 2008
2:11 a.m.
'Before' photo
Just a shout out to Leanna and anybody whom wants work done by her.
Below is a air cleaner lid she did for me. It was a deep dark forest green, humm, maybe hunter, no, wait, I got it, that crazy dark British Racing Green in metallic no less. She told me it was really "ON" there and I knew it too.
(Should have had a before picture.) I didn't like the color, so I asked Leanna if she had any wrinkle powder coat in black to mimic or diplicate the Mopar wrinkle.
Below is a few shots of her good work. It was hard to get a shot I liked. So heres 4 of them. Ya man, she did a sweet job. She is an excellent resource for people looking to do some stuff but don't know where to go or whom to trust. Some of us live in the middle of nowhere and going to a local guy isn't exactly a quick 15 - 20 min. drive.
So, sending it out to someone is the answer and if your sending it out, why not to a MoPar owner and member of the [ForABodiesOnly.com] site? Her work is pictured all over the site buy a number of members and they all love the results.
She can add one more compliment to the hat with me.
Robert C.,
Centereach, New York
More comments and photos here!
Below is a air cleaner lid she did for me. It was a deep dark forest green, humm, maybe hunter, no, wait, I got it, that crazy dark British Racing Green in metallic no less. She told me it was really "ON" there and I knew it too.
(Should have had a before picture.) I didn't like the color, so I asked Leanna if she had any wrinkle powder coat in black to mimic or diplicate the Mopar wrinkle.
Below is a few shots of her good work. It was hard to get a shot I liked. So heres 4 of them. Ya man, she did a sweet job. She is an excellent resource for people looking to do some stuff but don't know where to go or whom to trust. Some of us live in the middle of nowhere and going to a local guy isn't exactly a quick 15 - 20 min. drive.
So, sending it out to someone is the answer and if your sending it out, why not to a MoPar owner and member of the [ForABodiesOnly.com] site? Her work is pictured all over the site buy a number of members and they all love the results.
She can add one more compliment to the hat with me.
Robert C.,
Centereach, New York
More comments and photos here!
Custom Mopar Performance air cleaner lid in Wetstone Black (photo courtesy of Rob C.)
Custom Mopar Performance air cleaner lid in Wetstone Black (Rob's photo is better than mine haha)
July 1, 2008
9:47 p.m. ~ Leanna Rules!!!!
I got a box from Tennesee today.
Inside were my freshly powder coated valve covers from Phoenix Specialty Coatings. All I can say is AWESOME JOB!!! They look fantastic .... I can't wait to bolt them on!
My Wife is pissed at me for doing this now (we're packing to go on vacation in the morning....) but I had to post some pictures of Leanna's work.
Yeah, I'm happy! They look great!
While the bottom picture is a little dark, you can see how even and smooth the finish is. Phoenix certainly does a good job. While it's good to speak nicely of friends, this here is a shining example of good workmanship. Period. The bonus is she's "one of us..."
Turn around time is VERY quick and she's not afraid to pick up the phone to keep in touch either. I highly recommend calling Phoenix! I can't wait to get what I sent yesterday back now!
John A.,
Queens Village, New York
Inside were my freshly powder coated valve covers from Phoenix Specialty Coatings. All I can say is AWESOME JOB!!! They look fantastic .... I can't wait to bolt them on!
My Wife is pissed at me for doing this now (we're packing to go on vacation in the morning....) but I had to post some pictures of Leanna's work.
Yeah, I'm happy! They look great!
While the bottom picture is a little dark, you can see how even and smooth the finish is. Phoenix certainly does a good job. While it's good to speak nicely of friends, this here is a shining example of good workmanship. Period. The bonus is she's "one of us..."
Turn around time is VERY quick and she's not afraid to pick up the phone to keep in touch either. I highly recommend calling Phoenix! I can't wait to get what I sent yesterday back now!
John A.,
Queens Village, New York
Fabricated Mopar valve covers in Alien Silver
Fabricated Mopar valve covers in Alien Silver
John's fabricated Mopar valve covers in Alien Silver
January 7, 2008
10:29 p.m. ~ PSC Review ... the first FABO Customer!
I recently received my alternator case, screws and fabricated bracket from Leanna at Phoenix Specialty Coatings. I had posted a review of my dealings with her up to that date on an early post called "Happy New Year". Don't ask me why I put there, let's just say I had been drinkin' wine and feelin' fine.
Anyway, for those of you who hadn't seen it, here it is:
"I'm waiting on the parts (they're due on the 7th) that Leanna coated for me, so everyone look for an update on her work by the 8th or 9th. So far, her communication has been extrordinary and she strikes me as a very intelligent woman who knows her business very well and is a true professional.
I had sent her a Bosch alternator case and a bracket I had fabricated, the alternator not being the easiest part to coat due to it's intricate shape, many threaded holes and tight tolerances. She had asked all the right questions and I never had to give an instruction twice, which is very confidence inspiring.
Ever see those motorcycle and car shows where they have to scrape excess coating out of bores and tap holes after they get thier parts back? This will not be the case with Leanna's work, nor will you have to deal with some guy with twelve fingers on one hand, a 50 word vocabulary and two teeth. She's the real deal.
OK Leanna, I'm done sucking up. Can you send my parts now please? LOL! JUST KIDDING!
I have not received any greater a deal than anyone else could have had this month, so this a true, non-partial review. Please look for my detailed review in the "Mopar General Discussions" section."
Here's my addendum to the previous review:
I have just finished assembling and installing the alternator and all I can say is WOW! Nice job Leanna!As stated before, no sanding, scraping or tapping was necessary. Everything came together as quickly as if this was a new housing. This says a lot as this alt was a Bosch with a very complex casting with no less than 13 tapped holes, 6 close clearance screw holes, two non removable studs plus two sealed bearing bores, one with an O-ring groove. This quality of work is no doubt due to her exceptional communication skills, enabling me to explain exactly what I needed and what she could do. This no trouble approach also depends on the customer too. When you get in touch with her, have your homework done and know what it is you want done EXACTLY. Leanna can help you with this, but it probably would benefit you as the customer to think a bit about clearances. No different than going to the machinist.
With that said, the coating quality is excellent and very even. It would definitely been top notch show quality if I had smoothed out some minor scratches and casting flaws in the case and pulley before I sent them out. That's my fault, not Leanna's, and she had even offered to smooth out some parts for me as her and Billy offer this service. This is on a driver truck though, and some times I just have to step back and say "Hey man, I'm not trying to win the Ridler Award" lol! I feel that this alt totally sets off the front of the engine and adds that much more panache to the overall look. This was money very well spent. This sucker just looks so mean with the red block, black heads, red valve covers, black alt and brackets, black PS pump, etc!
Sorry, didn't mean to get off track. Where was I? Oh yeah, Leanna's work. The satin black color that I had both case halves and pulley done in was just as shown on the website and as described. Leanna also suggested and I agreed that the front case screws and alt fan would look good in a coating called "blasted steel". This color is just like it sounds. It's a matte silver that sets off the satin black nicely yet does not look unnatural or out of place.
So, in conclusion, I can wholeheartedly recommend Phoenix Specialty Coatings in every way including quality, color, value, customer service, professionalism and as an overal enjoyable experience. My fiance and I are going to start on a new project soon, a 1974 BMW 2002, as well as my Duster, and Leanna's got my business hands down.
I'll have pictures posted tomorrow of the installed alternator, no time tonight!
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
Anyway, for those of you who hadn't seen it, here it is:
"I'm waiting on the parts (they're due on the 7th) that Leanna coated for me, so everyone look for an update on her work by the 8th or 9th. So far, her communication has been extrordinary and she strikes me as a very intelligent woman who knows her business very well and is a true professional.
I had sent her a Bosch alternator case and a bracket I had fabricated, the alternator not being the easiest part to coat due to it's intricate shape, many threaded holes and tight tolerances. She had asked all the right questions and I never had to give an instruction twice, which is very confidence inspiring.
Ever see those motorcycle and car shows where they have to scrape excess coating out of bores and tap holes after they get thier parts back? This will not be the case with Leanna's work, nor will you have to deal with some guy with twelve fingers on one hand, a 50 word vocabulary and two teeth. She's the real deal.
OK Leanna, I'm done sucking up. Can you send my parts now please? LOL! JUST KIDDING!
I have not received any greater a deal than anyone else could have had this month, so this a true, non-partial review. Please look for my detailed review in the "Mopar General Discussions" section."
Here's my addendum to the previous review:
I have just finished assembling and installing the alternator and all I can say is WOW! Nice job Leanna!As stated before, no sanding, scraping or tapping was necessary. Everything came together as quickly as if this was a new housing. This says a lot as this alt was a Bosch with a very complex casting with no less than 13 tapped holes, 6 close clearance screw holes, two non removable studs plus two sealed bearing bores, one with an O-ring groove. This quality of work is no doubt due to her exceptional communication skills, enabling me to explain exactly what I needed and what she could do. This no trouble approach also depends on the customer too. When you get in touch with her, have your homework done and know what it is you want done EXACTLY. Leanna can help you with this, but it probably would benefit you as the customer to think a bit about clearances. No different than going to the machinist.
With that said, the coating quality is excellent and very even. It would definitely been top notch show quality if I had smoothed out some minor scratches and casting flaws in the case and pulley before I sent them out. That's my fault, not Leanna's, and she had even offered to smooth out some parts for me as her and Billy offer this service. This is on a driver truck though, and some times I just have to step back and say "Hey man, I'm not trying to win the Ridler Award" lol! I feel that this alt totally sets off the front of the engine and adds that much more panache to the overall look. This was money very well spent. This sucker just looks so mean with the red block, black heads, red valve covers, black alt and brackets, black PS pump, etc!
Sorry, didn't mean to get off track. Where was I? Oh yeah, Leanna's work. The satin black color that I had both case halves and pulley done in was just as shown on the website and as described. Leanna also suggested and I agreed that the front case screws and alt fan would look good in a coating called "blasted steel". This color is just like it sounds. It's a matte silver that sets off the satin black nicely yet does not look unnatural or out of place.
So, in conclusion, I can wholeheartedly recommend Phoenix Specialty Coatings in every way including quality, color, value, customer service, professionalism and as an overal enjoyable experience. My fiance and I are going to start on a new project soon, a 1974 BMW 2002, as well as my Duster, and Leanna's got my business hands down.
I'll have pictures posted tomorrow of the installed alternator, no time tonight!
Joe E.,
Denver, Colorado
Photo courtesy of Joe E.
Bosch alternator housing in Silk Satin Black
Bosch alternator housing and brackets in Silk Satin Black; hardware & fan in Blasted Steel
Photo courtesy of Joe E.
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