To whom it may concern: I am writing this letter on behalf of Larry with Cavanaugh Racing Heads. In appreciation for the incredible job he did in working on my son’s 2007 Honda CRF 250R. In diligently looking for someone to rebuild this head, I was at a loss. We moved to a new area, and my previous contacts were no longer available. Although it was a risk, I knew I would need to step out and find a new machine shop that would not only meet my expectations as a mechanic, but also be able to form my trust by showing honesty, integrity, and genuineness in his work. I sent Larry the “Head” off a my son’s Honda CRF 250, in order to have him perform some of the valve work and port the head. From the first time I talked with Larry, I was impressed. He appeared to be a man of high integrity and honesty, as he was more than willing to help me out with what I was trying to achieve. Initially, it was evident that Larry‘s motives along with his keen mechanical insight ,was right what I was looking for. He didn’t just jump at taking the job. But rather, he meticulously inquired as to the kind of tracks this bike rides on, how old the rider is, and at what level he rides. He also inquired about information relevant to the cam I was running, along with the bike’s exhaust. Trust me, there’s not many in the field who are willing - let alone care - about what a person is truly trying to do and/or achieve in order to obtain maximum performance. Throughout the time Larry was working on this head, he was always quick to get back with me, and always available to answer questions and keep me informed. Furthermore, he never hesitated or seemed bothered to share his honest thoughts and opinions. When the job was complete and Larry mailed back the head, I quickly put the bike together and hit the tracks with my son . Instantaneously, my 16 year old son Nick took the first ride and could not believe the difference in this bike’s performance. He said the bike had more power overall….more power in the low end……more power at the top. He was also amazed at how much smoother the control was from the bottom up. He was actually pulling with most of the 450 riders out of the corners and down the straight-a-ways. As for the bike’s start-up, no problem at all! The bike still starts like a champ, even after a fall, it’s quick to start. It is incredibly dependable. His bike is a CRF250R, 07 with a Pro Circuit Pipe (T14), with the recommended jetting, a 1st. Stage Hot Cam, and best of all, Cavanaugh Racing Heads work. Lastly, I would like to say this: A few years ago we had a 2004 Honda CRF250R, that I had the same thing done on. However, the porting was done by someone else. Trust me, there is no comparison in the work that Cavanaugh Racing did, as compared to the other machine shop. With that, I highly recommend and suggest using Cavanaugh Racing. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed! Joe Diego |
