Manic Mechanic isn't closing shop

Creative Engineering · #1 10-28-2009, 10:04 PM

Hello guys,

On November 15, we will be closing shop for good.

We have not had any commercial work for a bit over a year. I have been keeping the shop open with my savings.

Karen and I thank all of you who have supported our efforts.

We have talked to so many really nice people over the past year and a half. I don't want to quit, but I can't afford a 20K per year hobby shop.

Final orders will be accepted until November 2 for The sprocket adapters and sprockets only.

Jim

UPDATE 2/8/10;

Quote:

Originally Posted by Creative Engineering

Pirate cycles started buying our stuff last spring...it takes a bit to get started, and Pirate is now doing very well with the sales of our products.

Justin has the capital to buy in quantity, so it works great for everyone. I get to run production, the customer get's instant gratification, and Justin makes a profit for orchestrating the whole thing. It is truly a win-win for everyone!

Karen and I fully expect to make it through another year

Jim

**2door** · #2 10-28-2009, 10:13 PM

Let me be the first to say that I'm so very sorry to hear this news, Jim. You have been a icon of the motorized bicycle world for many of us and your services will be sorely missed. Best of luck in your future endevores and I know you'll be succesfull in whatever you strive to do. Please keep in touch with your many friends here and let us know how you're doing. I think I speak for all of us when I say, Thank you for your past support and dedication to the world of motorized bicycles.
Tom

scabz24 · #3 10-28-2009, 10:22 PM

if you have any intake manifolds left Ill take one as well as a motor mount I was just about to order these from you ,I am very sorry to here your closing im new to this hobby and consistantly heard of your good rep,it also stinks because your right down the street from me,Im in dundin,if you could do a motor mount or manifold it would be greatly appreciated I will pay extra for your trouble seeing you wont be making these any longer

Youngbird · #4 10-28-2009, 10:37 PM

Dittos to all the above Jim, and you will be hearing from me as well for a sprocket/adapter setup. Again, thanks for your time and knowledge.

fall_down_stand_up · #5 10-28-2009, 10:41 PM

Im sorry to hear about this....I was wanting to order a intake manifod as well....If you have any I would much appricate it....Hope everything goes well for you....
John-John

**paul** · #6 10-28-2009, 10:53 PM

jim i wish you all the best of luck. this is sad news indeed
paul

Kevron99 · #7 10-28-2009, 10:55 PM

Jim sorry to hear about this...I am new to the world of MB and you've been very patient with me and thank you for all the advise you've given. You have helped a lot of beginners! Best Regards to you and Karen.

Retmachinist · #8 10-28-2009, 11:54 PM

Really sorry to hear the news Jim, I feel that I have become to know you through the telephone conversations.
Best of luck in whatever you do, you will be fine, you are a sharp guy!

Thanks again,

John

Kevlarr · #9 10-28-2009, 11:59 PM

Damn sorry to hear, guess I gotta get off my butt and measure my hub!

xtk · #10 10-29-2009, 12:08 AM

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Thank you for all your work Jim.

You products will be surely missed!

p.s. Ever think about selling your designs to another company?