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I agree! Mark is one of the good vendors we should all support.

Thanks Mark!

Edwin

 

I couldn't agree more. It's called "Branding".


Long ago, I met a fella by the name of Sonny Lykos. He was a true inspiration of how to conduct one's self regarding developing a reputation for making sure that none of his customers were ever disappointed or dismayed over a service provided. Sonny wasn't a millionaire or super millionaire by any means, but if you hired Sonny for anything, you knew you were getting everything you wanted, or even a bit more than you expected. All Sonny every wanted back (besides being paid ) was the recognition that he took great care of his customers, and they paid it forwards through recommendations. His reputation preceded him wherever he was, whether in person, or online helping other contractors learn the secrets of his success.

Sonny passed away before I got to know him too well, but his memory will always have a profound effect on who I am, and how I conduct my own business.

RIP Sonny.


BTW, if your business is registered with the state tax board, then your home address (or wherever you have your business name registered to) is listed online, and a simple google search for your business name should reveal your home address.

I haven't had anyone show up to my house.... yet, but if they do, my beagle will shoo them away with little effort. Between her being blind, and farting constantly, the stepping on their feet, or passing wind in their presence will drive those pesky customers away in no time whatsoever.

 

NJT I wish to god I had started a the thread on the 1st gen section on here instead of the 2nd gen. I thought since I was looking for information regarding a 2nd gen trans people would give their opinion. People didn't discuss this stuff at all. Now I know to bring all the questions to the 1st gen section since so many have ventured out of the 1st gen realm that all of your expertise wouldn't have led me astray.

 

"...my beagle will shoo them away with little effort. Between her being blind, and farting constantly, the stepping on their feet, or passing wind in their presence will drive those pesky customers away in no time whatsoever."

You laugh but many years ago my father's neighbor Norm ran a small bait, guns and sporting goods store out of one half of his house. It was a legitimate business and did fairly well. He and his wife started with 3 Bichon Frize (?) dogs and various other animals. For whatever reason they didn't bother to spay/neuter the dogs. Then there were 7 little white rat dogs. They still didn't spay/neuter. Then there were 15 dogs. Then there were 23 dogs and various other animals. Only a few of the dogs were house trained or trained at all. They had the run of the house and the store. When you walked in the door of the shop you would suddenly be surrounded by a literal pack of dogs all yapping and more than a few nipping at you and his wife screaming not to let the dogs get out. Once you shuffled/kicked your way through the dog pack you would be smacked in the face with the odor of dog feces and urine. The dog situation literally ruined his business and he had to close within a year of the dog pack reaching its peak.

They were GREAT at driving pesky customers away.

 

I’ve stayed quiet and patient long enough regarding CPP Diesel and Jamie Lent, but people deserve to hear real customer experiences before spending thousands of dollars. My dad paid $5,404.98 by wire transfer for Order #95449 on February 18, 2023. Since then we’ve received: - no engine- no tracking- no refund- and little to no communication The only update ever provided was “Awaiting Shipment,” and after years of waiting we are still left in the dark. Emails and messages have largely gone unanswered. What’s most frustrating is not just the delay — it’s the complete lack of communication and accountability after taking someone’s hard-earned money. At this point, after hearing other customer experiences and quality concerns, we no longer even want the product. We simply want the money returned. If you’re considering ordering from CPP Diesel, I strongly encourage you to do thorough research, read customer experiences, and protect yourself before sending money — especially through wire transfer. If anyone else is currently dealing with unresolved orders, missing refunds, or lack of communication, feel free to reach out.

I received this status 5/26/26 still yet to here from the owner Jamie lent.

 

2023? File a criminal complaint. Ir's been 3 years. Wire fraud over state lines? 3 years wouldn't have passed with me I would have been face to face really quick. I waited 5 1/2 months to get my IP from a company who went out of business recently. I ordered the IP in June of 2024. It is performing well. However a friend of his came out about his personal life, alcohol, spousal abuse etc. He owes parts and money to many people.