I wanted to thank Jacob for his time, patience, and dedication toward helping a fellow GPer out!
I had quite a few things that were time consuming, but needed to get done on my GTP (coupler, LIM/VC/Supercharger/TB gaskets, o-rings). However, I was not comfortable doing them myself. I asked Jacob through PMs if he might have time to show me how to do the stuff. In a quick and friendly response, he said he would be more than happy to help me out (he even offered to drive up to Wisco to help me out).
Well, I went down there yesterday - and not only did Jacob spend a great deal of time (almost 12 hours) out of his day showing me how to do the work, but he was also very friendly and patient towards a newb like me. I really can't emphasize enough how much this guy is committed by going way above and beyond. We used all of his tools and equipment, and he even paid for a few other things that we needed! He also really cared about his work, and gave me a follow up call today to make sure everything is running well. Although it took awhile (we took breaks), I seriously learned a lot about the 3800 engine, and the break down of a GTP. He is very knowledgable about Grand Prix's, and also about mechanics and performance in general.
Further, as some of you know, I have a problem of a low creaking noise when turning right with what I thought was my suspension. I paid a GM Tech $100 labor to install a new GMPP sway bar (that's what he troubleshooted), and do a complete inspection on the car. That $100 didn't fix anything... in fact, he didn't even re-torque my cradle bolts. However, Jacob's knowledge and troubleshooting threw an entire new perspective on the situation that the lower motor mount might be bad. We have planned to swap it out with his old one in a few weeks to hopefully fix the problem. If that's not it, I'm sure Jacob will be determined to figure out what it is as he is very dedicated.
Long story short, Jacob (URLOSN) is an extremely helpful and knowledgable guy that is really committed to these cars and the community. I am really glad I took the drive down to Rockford to meet him, and really look forward to going down there in the future for help and also going to car shows and the track.
I nominate Jacob for Quarterly Community Hero! Thanks a lot man!
