It had been my dream for over ten years to own a workshop. After years of building out rented spaces and being subject to sometimes insane landlords, always worrying about having to move on quickly, I finally did it. It was scary plunking down more cash than I’ve ever handed to anyone in my life. With a baby on the way I did plenty of wondering whether it wasn’t a stupid idea.
Then I remembered that I’ve only ever regretted the things I hadn’t done. It’s more than just a platitude. Paid my money and signed on the dotted line (three thousand times it seems).
Casey, Dan, Vinny, Chris, Erik and I transformed it completely over the last year and a half. I’m proud of what we built and honored to have such friends as these. Thank you.
I look forward to our future accomplishments and good times.
Jason
Casey working the chainsaw to rid us of some big ass weed trees.
Many trips to the dump were required.
Moving day: our shuttle.
Moving day.
Casey and I spent ALL day painting. Much brighter!
Young Dan and Casey built work bays.
I wired the entire place. There wasn't a single outlet before.
Built in shelves and a parts stash loft.
Transformed!!!!!
Full of bikes and people like it should be.
And you turned it into a shop that would make many dealerships jealous. Did you ever have any luck renting out the upstairs?
Still available. The realtor I hired has been on maternity leave for three months now. I can really pick ’em.
Your guys workshop is awesome. Cool to see what you started with and what you were able to do with the space.
Thanks, Adam. Likewise. Your block looks fantastic for a block party. Tell us when, and we’ll bring beer.
Not everything is about “the money”. It’s fantastic that you had the foresight to put this together. You’ve got a great vibe going on down there .Good Friends+Bikes+Beer+Music+tools= FUN…..it doesn’t get any better….Skip
It sure must be nice to have money,and even nicer to have good friends that are into the same shit you are….shop looks great….don’t late anyone call that a gay-roge
R.I.P. Mighty Whitey
I am fortunate.
Jason and friends,
Great job… a shop like that has always been a dream of mine and it you guys have collectively done it together. Enjoy the space, commeraderie and motorcycle vibes!
Jason and friends,
Great job… a shop like that has always been a dream of mine and you guys have collectively done it together. Enjoy the space, commeraderie and motorcycle vibes!
I’ve been to the shop a couple of times and it’s great to see what you’ve accomplished. For me what makes it truly special is the hospitaility and friendship you guys extend to anyone who visits. Tall on bikes and comradery and lacking in ego. Just so fuckin’ cool.
Looks like motorcycle heaven. Bright, spacious, and full of bikes. Very cool man. I live in central jersey, about an hour from Philly. Would love to take a ride down in the not to distant future to see it. Let me know if and when that would be cool. Will bring beer.
Ken,
Tuesday nights are standing shop nights. Email me when you want to come by one Tuesday night. jason@greasygringo.com
Thanks Jason,
I will do that.
Thanks to Jason and to all for the hospitality, tacos and beer.
Great shop, cool people, and motorcycles all around.
Cant beat it.
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It was a good night Ken, come back real soon.