Jeremy Moore (@moore_graphix17)
Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Jeremy from @moore_graphix17 and talk a little shop.
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Name: Jeremy Moore
Location: Orbisonia, PA
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Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long? It's not as much of a trade as it is a hobby. I've been into cars as a hobby from the age of 13 or 14
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What keeps you motivated throughout the day? Progress keeps me motivated. Walking into the garage and see something ive already got done make me wanna do more |
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What is your favorite shop tool and why? a porter cable grinder. |
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What's your favorite piece that you've worked on? My 94 chevy s10 on air ride |
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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? Custom car builder . And just enjoy build cool stuff |
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What BA product is your favorite and why?
80 grit flap disk they are so versatile, sand, grind and they last longer then most in my opinion
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What BA product surprised you in terms of quality - what about it set it apart from the competition?
again the flap disk they just seem to last longer than any other i have used previously.
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What tips and tricks do you have for us that might be different or eye opening for others to try with BA products?
keep the cutting disk straight and flap disk flat
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If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?
I already have aand it was my older brother . He has taught me so much about welding , and metal fabrication , ( also introduced me to Benchmark Abrasives products) |
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Do you have any advice for the next generation that you wish you had when you first started?
Do be afraid to try new things and always have a dream , dreams wont come true if you dont have one |
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What are your future plans for your shop?
To continue to build stuff and enjoy life
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A Note From Leo
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Jeremy!