About
About Paul Gamache
Gamache Rod & Custom Works Inc is a family-owned and operated business that has been specializing in the fabrication of unique, one-of-a-kind vehicles since 1987. Our mission is to provide our clients with the highest quality product possible, while maintaining a focus on customer service and satisfaction. We believe that our passion for our work is evident in every car we build, and we are committed to exceeding the expectations of our clients.
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I helped restore a piece of history when I worked on the Gillette Castle State Park train. It is my day to be named in honor Paul Gamache, July 1st 2001- William Gillett had two trains that ran through his estate and this one was first visible upon entry into visitor’s center at Glendale salts
The award given me for doing such an amazing job with restoring these old trains came from being awarded “PAUL GAMA CHE Day" by Governor CT after working hard throughout 4 months
I believe all the above things have happened to me or my business because of my commitment to Superior Quality Craftsmanship. This is why I have had it as part of my logo since 1972. In 1994, I attended a 3day seminar class with Fay Butler. In 1995, I attended a 1-day seminar with Scott Knite (a California Metal Shaping alumni). Also took several 1-day seminars with Ron Covell. He also let me teach a segment in one of his classes.
About The Company
Started doing this type of work in 1961, while in vocational high school (automotive classes) for fellow classmates and friends. Also worked in grandfather’s service station, started doing minor body work & painting for some of his customers. Went to East Coast Aero Tech after high school for aircraft repair, both metal frame repair and mechanical repair. Graduated February ’69 with 95 grade average. Joined the Army & took aircraft repair, graduated with a 96.5 average grade. Was #1 Honor Student which allowed me to take aircraft welding for oxy-acetylene TIG welding, arc & MG welding. Graduated with a 96.5 grade average Was #1 Honor student, promoting me to an E-5 rank (Specialist 5th class). I was awarded two #1 Honor Student certificates earning me 2 commendation letters from the Commanding General. I then spent 19 months in Vietnam as a helicopter sheet metal repairer. Was put in charge of 23 people in a Metal Repair Shop. My performance was noticed by my Company Commander, and he asked if I could Custom Mix & Paint a shiny OD green for his Jeep & Helicopter. Note, all vehicles were painted in a Flat OD green. His helicopter, also seen by our Commanding General and he also had me paint his helicopter. When discharged, I started my business in the spring of ’72 doing Hot Rods, Custom cars & vans & some collision repairs. By the early ’80’s I started to stop collision repairs, and did custom work on Hot Rods, Sports cars and Exotic cars. Cars that I’ve done have won awards at local and National Shows. I have won Best in Class (historic race car) at the prestigious Greenwich Concours in CT. I’ve had my work displayed at Pebble Beach Concours and at the Amelia Island Concours in FL, and the Metal Brook Concourse in MI. I’ve also had a car that was on display for 10 years. At the Petersen Museum in LA. I had a client that I restored a 1940 Ford Woodie that he donated to the Early Ford V-8 Society Museum in Auburn IN. it’s on permanent display. On the 14th of June, 2014, I was inducted into the Ty-Rod/New England Hot Rod Hall of Fame. My shop work has been featured in over 25 Hot Rod & Motorcycle type Magazines.
