Shipping costs, TFS and RD (Page 4/5)
pmbrunelle FEB 12, 12:41 PM
When you deal with vendors that are experienced at selling to Canada (i.e. Fiero Store and Rodney Dickman) there are no brokerage surprises.

The massive brokerage fees arise from vendors who aren't used to selling to Canadians. Where possible, I avoid buying from these folks.
FieroStore FEB 12, 02:02 PM

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Originally posted by IMSA GT:
First of all don't put false quotes in my name when I never said anything of the sort. That first item you quoted regarding quality control is mine, the last 2 are from Ogre with his legal concerns. Unlike Dave, I don't give a crap about legality. If I like something, I'll buy it and it's going on my vehicle.



While the irony of you being upset about us spreading misleading information about you is priceless, we sincerely apologize for the typo. It has been corrected.


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Originally posted by IMSA GT:My only gripe with your company has been quality control of reproduction or custom items. Your direct replacement parts for powertrain or exterior items seems to be of decent quality. However, when you start producing these custom items and people are busy trimming, cutting, and reshaping those parts because they don't fit the vehicle, that's a little problem.



Again, we're left to guess which part(s) you're referring to. Dash caps, speaker wall panels, door panels? Please start a new thread and let us know specifically what is wrong so we can stop hijacking this thread.


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Originally posted by IMSA GT:I joke about your shipping charges because they are a little high for some items. Other than that, when people make threads on here asking where they can find coolant tubes, exhaust items or any other stock part, I link them right to your page. I just wish on the reproduction or custom items that you would do more test-fitting before sending out the parts. Then let your manufacturer know what to issues are before the consumer has to complain about the item.



Feels like we're making progress here. Hopefully you can see the glaring difference between this statement and the following statement you made about the prospect of us acquiring Rodney's inventory:


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Originally posted by IMSA GT:
Hence my statement of "parts that actually fit the car and work". That's the LAST company I'm hoping would make an offer. Hopefully it sells to someone who actually cares about the quality and fitment of the products.



The problem with internet posts is that you can't hear tone of voice. You might view this misleading statement as a joke, but people who don't know you or may be new to the forum don't understand that. It would be very easy for some to seriously think that we might not care about the quality and fitment of the parts we sell, which couldn't be further from the truth. There are countless reasons why any given part might not fit exactly the way you want it to fit. Some of those reasons are avoidable and others aren't. Instead of putting blanket labels on our entire catalog, it would be much more constructive to give specific examples. This way, we can explore and/or explain for your benefit and the benefit of everyone who might read our conversation.
Vicophine FEB 12, 02:34 PM
I've never had a problem with TFS or RD's shipping cost, yes it's higher than most people are used to nowadays, but they've always arrived timely and in perfect condition. We must support vendors for our extremely niche hobby.

And I'm not just saying that because I recently ordered Engraved Center Caps, no-no!
cvxjet FEB 12, 05:52 PM
I just want to say; Everyone needs to back down the rhetoric.....Have I had issues with a couple of parts from TFS and RD? Yes, but I contacted them and they took care of it immediately. But if you start throwing rocks, then you will be more likely to have rocks thrown back at you.

If you want to have a car with NO suppliers of any sort, then go get an old bugatti or such....and hand make all of your parts! ($$$$$$$$$$$$)

Sometimes, people can be difficult......and sometimes a little respect can go a long way....I had a situation where a friend was porting the heads for my boat engine.....1) He found one of the heads was cracked, so I had to get a replacement, then B) He took a long time (4 months- into Ski season)....and then C) When I finally got them, he charged me much more than I thought he should have- Haven't been back even to talk to him since...But I never got into a big confrontation with him, and I don't talk bad about him.....But I also have never recommended him to anyone since.

Nobody is perfect, and to expect a custom part to be absolutely perfect right-out-of-the-box is wrong.....Send it back and they will work to make it right. As far as shipping costs- Remember that Amazon is trying to eliminate competition- once they have a lock on the market you can expect MUCH higher prices!
RWDPLZ FEB 12, 06:37 PM
Never had an issue with TFS or Rodney's shipping costs, and Ive ordered brake lines and trans cooler lines from TFS before. Rock Auto, on the other hand, redefine ridiculous.
Dennis LaGrua FEB 13, 01:08 PM
Backing up a bit, we can't take issue with shipping costs as they are part of online buying. We can take issue with greedy vendors that change in excess of the cost of actual shipping and its happened to me many times. Next time you buy online ( and I won't mention names) estimate the weight ,the package size , the destination and go to USPS.com . Then you can see when you are getting ripped off.

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nosaint FEB 14, 04:50 PM
Just wanted to add that i got my package from TFS. It came superfast, well packed and everything i ordered. Very please for the record
qwikgta FEB 14, 06:14 PM
For those who can, use the USPS "flat rate" box's. Also, stay away from the local "box store" b/c they have to add in their cut after they charge you the standard rate. My local box store will up charge the USPS flat rate $14 box to $19, even more on the bigger box.

I've had folks back out of a sale after getting the shipping quote. I sold a set of exhaust mani's for $50 and had to add $30 for shipping. Buyer backed out. Nothing worse than getting a shipping quote that cost the same as the part being bought/sold. $15 dollar part w/ $15 dollar shipping fee. I hate winning a bid on a $1.50 Hot Wheels car and having them add $4.50 for shipping, not such a deal after all.

and yes, i'm very spoiled on "free shipping" from Amazon.

With The Fiero Store, RD and WCF, i'll pay the shipping b/c we need them to stay in business. Thanks to them for all they do, i'll live with the delay in shipping if in the end they continue to provide us with the much needed parts.

PS - I do wish my door panels w/ integrated speaker pods fit better out of the box.

Rob

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IMSA GT FEB 14, 07:17 PM

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Originally posted by qwikgta:


PS - I do wish my door panels w/ integrated speaker pods fit better out of the box.

Rob




Are those the panels with the 1/2" gap at the rear of the door because the clip retainer is molded incorrectly?

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FieroStore FEB 18, 09:37 AM

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Originally posted by IMSA GT:
Are those the panels with the 1/2" gap at the rear of the door because the clip retainer is molded incorrectly?



IMSA, do you know from first hand experience that the panels are molded incorrectly? Or are you just spreading rumors without having all of the pertinent information again? Regardless, if anyone would like to start a new thread or contact us directly, we will be happy to answer questions or explain the design of the door panels (or any other part that we sell).