Ivan Lopez

Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Ivan and talk a little shop.
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Name: Ivan Lopez
Location: Lakewood, CA
Specialties: Master of none
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Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long? I love cars, I work in the automotive sales industry but love to work on old cars. I'm 12 years in.
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What keeps you motivated throughout the day? Seeing the finished project and the sense of satisfaction, knowing you built this. |
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What is your favorite shop tool and why? Welder |
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What's your favorite piece that you've worked on? 1974 c10 |
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If you could have any job as it relates to question 1 what would it be and what would you do with that? I would love to build classic cars for a living |
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What BA product is your favorite and why?
Flap discs, quality and best bang for the money
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What BA product surprised you in terms of quality - what about it set it apart from the competition?
The flap discs, exceptional quality
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If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?
Bill Carlton, love the Texas metal style builds
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Do you have any advice for the next generation that you wish you had when you first started?
Don’t be scared to make mistakes
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What are your future plans for your shop?
Build a car for my 14 to drive when she gets her license
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A Note From Leo
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Ivan!


































































