MEET THE CREW

ERIC HENSCHEL

I started 99 West Customs in February 2006. I have maintained ownership since then and work to expand a successful business with satisfied customers. My hobbies include cooking with the Traeger, vintage drag racing, and spending time with my wife.

KARI HENSCHEL

I am Eric's wife, moral support, and accountant! I enjoy traveling, quilting, and reading.

ANGELO PALAMARIS

I have been a member of the team since the very beginning, but an official employee since December 2015. I do body work and paint, and am the key troubleshooter/problem solver. My hobbies include drag racing, drag racing, and drag racing. I also enjoy music and road trips.

JAMES PALAMARIS

I have been an employee since May 17, 2011. As shop manager, I do welding and fabrication, and oversee all shop projects. My hobbies include cars, hot rods, racing, fishing, and sleeping.

ERIC WAVRA

I have been a member of the team since February 26, 2015. I do body work, electrical, assembly, and engine rebuilding. My hobbies include vintage drag racing, reading, and teaching others, especially my two daughters who are involved in dancing, acting, and karate.

MARY BARCELLOS II

I have been an employee since February 6, 2017. My focus is office work, maintenance, projects, and aiding the team. My hobbies seem to include being a professional student, but really I enjoy riding (whether my dad's Harley, the family quad, Jet ski, or horseback), staying active in my community, and organizing.

ELTON BRADFORD

I have been an employee since June 19, 2017. I assist whoever needs help and work on miscellaneous projects. My hobbies include guns, cars, engineering, geography, quotes, and movies.

DUANE TURNER

I have been an employee since July 6, 2017. I do automotive work, dismantling, assembly, organizing, body work, and mechanics. My hobbies include drag racing, hot rods, hot wheels, time with family, and antique machinery.

LILY & JACK

Lily is the welcoming shop cat who loves people, mice, and birds! She's the first to meow her way into your lap while her brother, Jack, is the black spaz cat that will bolt before you meet him.