Any Builders in/around WA state?

[AHP]

I'm looking for a builder in or around WA state to do some overhaul work on my 40% Carden Edge. I had planned on making a winter project out of it but find myself with much less free time than anticipated. Without going into the specifics, I basically want to have the covering stripped, airframe lightened and freshened up, recovered and repainted. I plan on buying a new cowl and wheel pants for the project. I'll probably strip all the radio gear and reinstall it once completed but may entertain that as part of the deal.

I really want to avoid shipping the plane so I'm primarily looking for a builder within a few hundred miles of the Seattle area. I may consider shipping, though, as I already have a crate.

Right now I'm looking for quotes and trying to get an idea of timeframes, etc.. I will obviously discuss the specifics with the builder.

As a side note, I'm new to the area and haven't been able to do anything R/C related since I got here. I'd love some input in fields, etc.. I'd like to meet up at a field and hang out for a bit some time as well.

Thanks,
Abram

[Boulder]

Levi Jordan is in that area, not sure if he does that kind of "refresh", but he's a very quality builder.

Here's his website:

http://www.levijordan.com/

[AHP]

I checked his site earlier today. As of 6 months ago, he was already booked through June of this year. I'd imagine he's probably booked through the end of the year by now. I was hoping to find someone with more recent availability. And to be honest, I don't know if I need "one of the best builders in the world" and the price that comes with it. I'm just an average joe flyer looking for quality work at a reasonable price. If I were a world class competitor (or trying to be one) I'm sure his services would be much better appreciated.

[torquen]

There is a guy up in that area by the name of Frank Pelligrenie "sp?" that use to do some pro build stuff. He always had very nice planes.
Garrett Morrison

[Dan767]

You can get in touch with Frank Pelligini at fpelleg@aol.com. He's a great builder, he's up near Snohomish, WA.

Another option is Archie Auxter, his e-mail is available through the RAMS website: http://www.seattlerams.com/ look at the members section

[AHP]

Thanks for the info, fellas. I'll shoot them an e-mail. Any additional info would be greatly appreciated.