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A historic day for Autonerdz
Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 2:22pm

Good afternoon Picogroup Members,

On Tuesday September 22nd, Tom Roberts and I closed on a deal that will see me take over his role as leader of Autonerdz. I am excited to say that Brian Haley will be staying onboard as well, working remotely. I will be moving Autonerdz HQ to Grand Rapids, Michigan, where I live.

The Background
When I read Tom's “Perfect Storm” thread earlier this year, I was bummed. I felt like the real benefit of having bought from Autonerdz suddenly grew an expiration date. I imagine there have been a number of you that have felt a similar way about the situation. It wasn't until late June when I was catching up on the thread that I began to wonder, “What if..?” I messaged Tom on a whim just to see what he thought it would take. After several emails and phone calls, this really began to look like an opportunity that I could take.

Current Events
First and foremost, Tom will be sticking around to help get me up and running. Over some time his support role will taper down to a point that he can fully enjoy the fruits of his labor and relax in his well-earned retirement.
The plan at this time is for the web store to reopen for order placement on October 1st, 2020.

The Future
In an effort to get my finger on the pulse of the community that supports Autonerdz, there will be a questionnaire that will go out via email in the near future. Please help me by filling it out with thought and care.

I welcome all comments, thoughts, concerns. Please be patient as I am in the process of relocating HQ and will delayed in responses for a time.

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DzlTec Guru Member Offline Diesel performance, its an expensive addiction. Posts: 357 Lilydale, Victoria, Australia Victoria Australia Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #1 - Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 2:40pm Well done to both, I hope it works out well for both of you.
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Reply #2 - Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 3:20pm

I am looking forward to see what has been built here taken to the next level into the future.

I know Trevor wants to also keep Autonerdz true to it's original mission and I wish him great success both personally and professionally.

Please give him all the support and encouragement I have always enjoyed. Your patronage keeps the resources funded and your contributions benefit all.

As mentioned, I will remain as a consultant of sorts for a time offering what insights I have gained and technical help with all the intricacies of managing the various resources that have evolved and are used by the group.

So glad Brian has decided to stay on. He is a real unicorn with his unique skill sets and in depth knowledge of the operation.

I'm sure there will be some 'fish out of water' floundering as the sea legs get firm footing so as I always say... 'be patient or be a patient'. Grin

I have every confidence Trevor will figure all this out in relatively short order. Cool

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Reply #3 - Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 4:46pm

Congratulations to every one involved.

Thank you Tom for everything you have done for the industry and for the things you have done for me. Glad you will be sticking around for a while.

I've been removed for a while but slowly getting back into the game.

Looking forward to supporting Trevor in his new endeavor.

Rob in Nanaimo.

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Grant B Guru Member Picogroup Offline I'm an Autonerd Posts: 358 Rockford, IL Illinois USA Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #4 - Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 7:29pm Congrats to you both. Glad the store will be re-opening soon. Trevor, will this questionnaire be coming from a particular email address? Found as a message under the Nerdz forums User CP tab? I get a lot a junk mail and it may get lost if I don't have you on my safe sender list.
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Re: A historic day for Autonerdz
Reply #5 - Sep 23^rd, 2020 at 10:59pm

Tom,

This is indeed a historical day.

You have been a beacon of light for all of us.

I have the upmost regard for you.

I trust the following will give you a smile

https://youtu.be/xkx0MxK-Yl4

I hope to talk with you soon Tom....

Trevor...big task for you.....I hope the Pico Navy backs you up.

They currently have a choice between going for quality or sales volume...I fear their choice, but you are now an international vendor, all the best and you have my absolute support.

Tom.....stay around.

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richmunch Super Nerd Picogroup Offline I'm an Autonerd Posts: 516 Stony Brook New York USA Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #6 - Sep 24^th, 2020 at 2:50pm Great news, congratulations to both of you.
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Reply #7 - Sep 24^th, 2020 at 3:30pm

Hi Tom & Trevor!

Congratulation's to the both of you. Tom you have served your time and now it is time for you to enjoy life and Trevor's adventure is now beginning!

Even though AutoNerdz has changed hands I know Trevor will provide the same great service. Remember to support Trevor as he in a since put his ass on the line to become a businessman. Those of us who are owners know how we started out. We support each other and work as a team.

Once again congratulations to the both of you Cheesy

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HarleyMike Super Nerd Picogroup Offline Posts: 1,308 Dinwiddie County Virginia USA Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #8 - Sep 24^th, 2020 at 4:46pm Congrats all, Super glad Autonerdz lives on. Your resident Nissan nerd is still present and accounted for. Haha. Thanks Brian for staying a Nerd and Tom for hanging out to smooth the transition. Trevor, Looking forward to the future of Autonerdz
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Re: A historic day for Autonerdz
Reply #9 - Sep 24^th, 2020 at 9:09pm

Great News!

Congrats to Trevor for taking the reins, Brian for hanging in there with your knowledge, and to Tom for all he has done for me / us AND being smart enough to know when enough is enough.

Trevor, I know you will do a great job with the Nerdz! Just be patient with the mountain you are climbing.

And Tom, what took you so long? Ya know we ain't as young as we once was! Point gap, cam dwell, and now CAN - - what is next? Maybe knees that don't ache or no stiff back.

Seriously Tom, enjoy the road that is ahead and the best of health.

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fordman Guru Member Picogroup Offline Posts: 491 tulsa Oklahoma USA Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #11 - Sep 25^th, 2020 at 4:39am WELL DONE..i will be saving for orders in the future..
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fordman Guru Member Picogroup Offline Posts: 491 tulsa Oklahoma USA Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #12 - Sep 25^th, 2020 at 4:40am So glad this happened..
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Logic LSD Guide Picogroup Offline Posts: 4,147 Bentleigh Victoria Australia	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #13 - Sep 25^th, 2020 at 5:07am fordman wrote on Sep 25^th, 2020 at 4:40am: So glad this happened.. With luck Tom will stay close. I move that Tom is appointed chief moderator. Anybody to second that?
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rayray LSD Guide Picogroup Offline Posts: 2,207 Toronto Ontario Canada Gender:	Re: A historic day for Autonerdz Reply #14 - Sep 25^th, 2020 at 5:15am I wish the best of luck to Trevor, Tom and Brian!!
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