History
Ammerman's Experience Starts With Dad
Before Tom started Ammerman's Custom Exhaust, he worked for his father for years at Meineke Discount Mufflers, learning the business inside and out.
When Tom finally had the opportunity by receiving a SBA loan from D.L. Evans for $50,000, he rented himself a two-bay shop. After a year of opening, he needed more space, so he rented another bay and bought more equipment.
For the first two years he worked by himself until he found the right employee to hire. With having someone else to help him get the work done, he was able to pursue owning his own shop.
A Turning Point in 2005
In November of 2005 he purchased his current location on Chinden and hired two more employees.
Before Tom purchased his shop, it was owned by an older gentleman who worked alone. The property had unruly brush and trees, covering much of the exterior. An irrigation ditch was lined right along the back of the shop. the bays were dimly lit by a few flourecent lights on the walls. And a giant sink hole was just feet from his front door. When Tom took over, he revamped everthing. The shop's before-and-after photos are impressive.
Tom's Motto "Failure is Not An Option"
Since his opening, he has gained much success. Tom relates to the motto of "Failure is not an option." He also likes to get the job done perfectly and always treats the customer with respect. He says, " My best advertising has been word of mouth for my custom exhaust work "because I am very fussy about how things should be done." He is now looking for ways to let the public know that his business does more than just custom exhaust. He also specializes in brakes, shocks, and struts, steering and suspension, CV axles, mufflers catalytic converters, welding and fabrication.
Tom's Hot Rod to Be Unveiled Soon Enough
He is excited about finishing his truck, especially after being teased contantly by classic hot rods from all different car clubs and car builders coming to the shop. It is not unusual, he says, to have a days work full of hot rods. I guess we'll all have to wait for the unveiling of his custom-made truck in the near future.
