Ruthless Performance and Fab

08/19/2026

Moving forward, I’m going to be much more selective about the projects and work I take on at Ruthless Performance and Fab.

One of the biggest changes is going to be unfinished projects and cars that have been through multiple shops or worked on by multiple people.

I’ve spent years being the guy willing to take on those projects, figure out what everyone before me did, fix the problems I find along the way and somehow still try to keep the bill reasonable. The problem is that I’ve ended up eating countless hours fixing problems I didn’t create just because I felt bad about how much time was going into the car.

I’m not doing that anymore.

If I take on an unfinished or previously modified project, all of the time required to work on that car is billable. If I have to diagnose somebody else’s wiring, redo fabrication, remove something installed incorrectly, research undocumented parts or modifications, or fix something that prevents me from doing my job correctly, that time is part of the job.

I will always stand behind my own work. If something I fabricated, wired or installed is wrong because of something I did, I’ll own it and make it right.

But I cannot take responsibility for work I didn’t perform.

The same goes for my labor rate. My time costs what my time costs. I’m done discounting hours because a project became more expensive than expected, and I’m done giving away my time because I feel guilty about presenting someone with a bill for work I actually performed.

I’ve done that for years because I wanted to help people finish their cars. All it has gotten me is stressed out, losing money and feeling like I have to justify getting paid for my own work.

I’m also not interested in working for exposure, shoutouts or promises of future work. My work speaks for itself.

If my pricing doesn’t fit your budget, that’s completely fine. There are no hard feelings. But I’m not going to lower the value of my work to make a project fit a budget it doesn’t fit.

I’d genuinely rather not take a job than take one knowing I’m going to lose money or have to fight to get paid for the time it actually requires.

This isn’t about one person or one project. It’s something I’ve learned after years of doing this.

I still want to build cool s**t. I still want the difficult fabrication jobs and complicated projects. I just want to do them for customers who understand what goes into doing them correctly and respect the time it takes.

Going forward, I’ll stand behind every hour of my work.

I’m just not going to pay for somebody else’s.

08/10/2026

I wanted to give everyone an update on what’s going on with the shop.

I knew that I was eventually going to have to move, but I was originally expecting to have around 90 days to make that transition. Instead, I was given exactly 30 days to be completely out of the current shop by August 31st.

Obviously, that changed the timeline pretty drastically. I’m now trying to finish up the work I already have here while also packing up and moving an entire shop in a fraction of the time I thought I would have.

To my current customers, please be patient with me over the next few weeks. I’m doing everything I possibly can to keep jobs moving, but I’m running on fumes between the shop, this move, my personal life, and all of the normal responsibilities that don’t stop just because this happened. I only have two hands and very little extra help, and there are only so many hours in a day.

Once the move is finished, Ruthless Performance and Fab will be operating out of a much smaller location. Going forward, everything will be 100% by appointment only. With the limited space, I’ll also be much more selective about the work I take on and the number of vehicles I have at the shop at one time.

I’m going to need a little time during the transition to get moved, organized, and operational again. I’ll keep everyone updated as things progress.

I appreciate everyone who has supported me and the business over the years and everyone who has been understanding through all of this. I’m not shutting down or going anywhere. Things are just going to operate a little differently moving forward.

For now, I’m just putting my head down and doing everything I can to get through the next few weeks and make this transition happen.

04/17/2026

Random stuff from the last couple months

02/16/2026

Is this the world's quickest Chevy Suburban? 🧐

If there was a 'super heavyweight' class at Sick Week 2026 Presented by Gear Vendors Overdrive, Alberto Fernandez would surely have qualified. It's almost three tons of fun and Alberto drove to several new personal bests throughout the event.

09/19/2025

W***y Fair Doing streetcar things

07/25/2025

Scott Rod panels stitched in and new frame rails laid down—setting the stage for a flawless shaved bay. No shortcuts here.

07/24/2025

Built 4L80 from Lizard Performance Transmissions paired with an FTI converter got dropped into the LS3-swapped Astro. Custom trans crossmember fabricated in-house to get it sitting just right.

07/20/2025

1. 🚗 Vehicle Pick-Up & Storage
• All vehicles must be picked up within 3 business days of job completion and payment notice.
• After 3 business days, a $25/day storage fee will be added.
• Any old/used/stock parts not picked up will incur a $10/day storage fee after 3 days. After 30 days, they will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of or sold.

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2. 🔩 Welding Services
• Minimum charge for any service is $100.
• Parts must be clean and weld-ready. If not, a $10 cleaning fee will be added.
• All welding must be paid in full at pickup.
• Parts left more than 3 days after completion will incur $10/day storage.
• After 30 days, they will be considered abandoned.

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3. 🛠 Custom Work, Estimates & Liability
• Quotes are estimates only, based on standard conditions. Custom work can vary.
• By authorizing work, you allow Ruthless Performance & Fab to operate your vehicle for testing and inspection.
• You confirm your vehicle is fully insured. We are not liable for loss due to fire, theft, vandalism, flood, or unforeseen damage.
• Worn or aged components may fail during disassembly. Ruthless Performance is not responsible for these failures.
• A mechanic’s lien will be enforced for nonpayment. Any legal/collection fees incurred will be the customer’s responsibility.

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4. 💰 Billing, Deposits & Parts Policy
• No payment plans or financing. Work is pay-as-you-go.
• All parts must be paid in full before ordering.
• A 25% labor deposit is required upfront on larger builds.
• Vehicles, engines, or components not actively in progress will not be stored beyond 3 days. Storage fees apply.
• Customer-supplied parts are installed at your own risk with no warranty implied.

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5. ⚠️ Priority, Delays & Financial Responsibility
• Project priority is based on payment status. If you delay payment or stall the process, your build drops in the queue.
• If we agree to continue holding your vehicle while waiting on your funds, a $100/week holding/storage fee will be charged.
• If you owe payment for parts more than 14 days, a 5% monthly late fee will be applied to the balance.
• We will not adjust our schedule to accommodate delays caused by personal or financial issues on the customer’s side.

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6. ⚙️ Expectations, Parts Selection & Safety
• If you ask for advice on a reliable setup or build plan and then attempt to substitute cheaper or mismatched parts against our guidance, your project may be declined.
• Our time and name are tied to quality work. If you don’t trust our experience, this is not the right shop for you.
• If you bring a vehicle in with a minor issue, but there are major safety concerns or failing components, they must be corrected before we continue. No exceptions.

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7. 🤝 Respect, Conduct & Communication Policy
• Ruthless Performance & Fab is here to help you achieve your dream build in the most cost-effective way without cutting corners.
• We expect to be treated with basic respect and professionalism. If you’re disrespectful, aggressive, or show up with a poor attitude — we will refuse service.
• We are not your outlet for stress, financial setbacks, or personal issues. If you are behind on funds, communicate clearly — do not show up expecting flexibility without notice.
• We’re a small business, not a corporation. We value communication, honesty, and mutual respect.

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8. 🧾 Warranty Policy
• Ruthless Performance fabricated parts and labor carry a 3-year warranty for the original vehicle owner only.
• Warranty covers normal wear and tear — not abuse, crash damage, improper install by third parties, or racing failures.
• No warranty on customer-supplied parts.
• Manufacturer warranty applies only to parts we supply and install. All third-party part sales are final.
• All warranty claims must be handled by Ruthless Performance directly.

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9. 📋 General Terms & Conditions
• No outside labor, no side deals, and no third-party work performed during or after fabrication will be supported.
• Customers may not be present in work areas unless invited. For safety and focus, no loitering in the shop.
• All quotes expire after 7 days unless otherwise stated.
• Any form of chargebacks, fraudulent claims, or refusal to pay will be treated as theft of services and pursued legally.

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✅ Final Notes

We’re here to build badass cars — not babysit, bargain, or take abuse. These rules protect your investment and our reputation. If you’re serious about quality and want to work with people who care, we’re the right shop for you.

Thanks,
Ricky – Ruthless Performance & Fab

03/04/2025

Fabbed a rear firewall and added plates to tie in the cage to the frame up front in this c5 vette drift car.

02/20/2025

Thank you as always Ritz Racing & Dyno

Little dyno action this morning for Ruthless Performance and Fab featuring Adams 2jz is300 . Thing sounds wicked