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My BAMF Experience

Discussion in 'Bay Area Metal Fabrication' started by Krezz, Apr 2, 2017.

  1. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:15 PM
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    Krezz

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    Not sure if we're aloud to post new threads in the suppliers threads so if required please relocate else where. @Sean266 or @csuviper - Thank you

    This may be a long post, but well worth the read for you... I hope... but not a MUST SEE...
    :rolleyes:

    So my experience with BAMF/ @jlee began around early January, according to the first of MANY emails I've had with him. (Few phone calls as well) While the poor guy was still wrapping up his time in Hawaii. It began with a few questions I had regarding their Tundra bed rack and his dealings with Tempui roof top tents.

    From the beginning his personality and honest answers gave me an almost immediate sense of, "This is the guy right here" He was open and upfront regarding everything I asked and even pointed me towards a tent (that I hope he is able to sell soon to someone - its a great deal) that fit my initial requirements. Or those that I thought I had. Couple emails back and forth and checking deeper into the Tempui line up, he worked with me on choosing the perfect model and accessories for my needs and that of my family. His familiarity with the product itself and use of it also re-assured me on my choice... ps. you are 100% right regarding the skylights hahaha.

    I also got to talk with one of the guys from the shop, while he was away and I was impressed that the level of professionalism and down to earth attitude reached even there.

    @jlee patience with me over the next few months is worth noting. I had plenty of questions along the way and follow ups regarding the status of how things were coming along. To keep this semi short... all my required deadlines and even some changes were perfectly met and always honestly shared with me. Which help set my level of expectation accordingly and left me right where I needed to be.

    Enough about the staff however, you all want to know about the product.

    I got the http://www.bayareametalfab.com/2014-to-2017-Tundra-CrewMax-Bed-rack_p_73.html as at first I just thought it looked Mean As F... and would hold the tent in great style. Little did I know at the time of just how quality built this would be. Pictures WILL follow in the coming days (posted to my build thread - shameless self promotion there) but each weld, the cuts and finish are 100% amazing. The care in shipping this, along with the tent, some Rotopax and miscellaneous items was very well received.

    I couldn't be happier with what I got for the money I spent. I don't know what cost ranges are out there, but dollar spent for quality received, this guy is happy enough to write out this sappy note.

    Thank you once again @jlee and the staff at #BAMF... you guys are truly some Bad Ass Mother Fers :thumbsup:

    Posted April 2nd, for no mistaking this as an April Fools.


    --- Updated w/ Pics over at build thread ---
     

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  2. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:17 PM
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    T-Rex266

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    Ya, he's aight' :D
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:19 PM
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    Read this too fast and thought your post was about Keith at @dirtydeeds . I was like, "tell me something I didn't know". LOL. Rack looks awesome and not like something out of a guy's garage. Glad you like it. Enjoy!
     
  4. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:22 PM
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    need pics..haha
     
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  5. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:24 PM
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    Teaser for now...
    20170321_103257.jpg IMG_20170402_1105331.jpg

    Close up and glam shots coming soon!
     
  6. Apr 2, 2017 at 7:24 PM
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    solid !
     
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  7. Apr 2, 2017 at 8:09 PM
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    Oh one or two.

    Thanks for the kind words I'm glad you had a great experience with us. I try to please everyone that we work with.

    And we need more pics!
     
  8. Apr 2, 2017 at 8:10 PM
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    Once the sun returns and rain stops the pictures will come... Teasers for now hahaha.
     
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  9. Apr 2, 2017 at 8:15 PM
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    shipping wasn't too bad to Canada ?
     
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    Not when you have friends in Michigan.
    :fistbump:
     
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    :spy::spy:
     
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    It looks great on your truck Kevin I'm glad you like it.
     
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  14. Apr 10, 2017 at 10:12 AM
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    Jerry, is it possible to make a rack using the stake holes rather than mounting to the rails? I would like to keep my retractable tonneau on and was hoping to build a rack around it.
     
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    I'm sure we could but i think it would have to be redesigned in order to do that.
     
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