Well you know, cracked radiator supports (copies), shitty coil packs, and well many other issues. What do you expect?
So what you saying is after 3 years this guy managed to get under your skin enough from posts on an internet forum that you all are still are holding a grudge. Thats sad.
I don't like a lot of people either, doesn't mean that they might not have valuable input.
Search complete. So essentially people are pissed because they bought parts that didn't work or caused issues. There are some parts you can get away with buying with less than OEM tolerances, and there are some you cannot. People are also upset because they believe he is a retailer selling knock off parts made in China. And because he tries to defend himself and his business on various forums regardless if he is paying for a vendor spot.
There are not really any parts dealers that make the parts they sell. The startup costs to create a mustang parts business who is also equipped to build their own parts with the necessary metal stamping, rolling, cnc machines, warehouse space, manufacturing space, production equipment, electronics, software, etc. would be well into the millions not to mention the costs to secure the raw materials and feed a supply you can't initially predict. I'm sure they behave the way other retailers do, buy whole sale parts and resell them. Or they develop a design, purchase tooling, and find a supplier who is equipped to make it, assemble it, and print their name on it for them...and then sell it to you.
Some parts dealers just do a better job than others at securing good suppliers and logistics management. And some sacrifice quality in order to move more product by selling to a market who makes more price orientated buying decisions. No different than any other market place.
Search complete. So essentially people are pissed because they bought parts that didn't work or caused issues. There are some parts you can get away with buying with less than OEM tolerances, and there are some you cannot. People are also upset because they believe he is a retailer selling knock off parts made in China. And because he tries to defend himself and his business on various forums regardless if he is paying for a vendor spot.
There are not really any parts dealers that make the parts they sell. The startup costs to create a mustang parts business who is also equipped to build their own parts with the necessary metal stamping, rolling, cnc machines, warehouse space, manufacturing space, production equipment, electronics, software, etc. would be well into the millions not to mention the costs to secure the raw materials and feed a supply you can't initially predict. I'm sure they behave the way other retailers do, buy whole sale parts and resell them. Or they develop a design, purchase tooling, and find a supplier who is equipped to make it, assemble it, and print their name on it for them...and then sell it to you.
Some parts dealers just do a better job than others at securing good suppliers and logistics management. And some sacrifice quality in order to move more product by selling to a market who makes more price orientated buying decisions. No different than any other market place.
And now you understand why its not worth coming here to argue. The Only one that comes off looking bad is the manufacturer. I came here to help or at least read what happened. As soon as I commented I got sucked into more BS. Had I been a chicken and logged in as XYZ-person and concealed my name it would be fine and I could post XY,000 times with no problem. I have never tried to hide. I only want to help people. Perhaps that is why we are still growing after 70 years in the business
I don’t remember when the whole made in China things started but whatever. Its really a sad state of affairs. Again we have been selling essentially the same parts dating back to 1982. All the guys that have come and gone out of business that claim we copied then did just that. They came after us and many are gone now. Some are still doing great. We believe the market is big enough for everyone. Many copies have no warranty on their parts - we have, in many cases, a lifetime warranty. That should speak as to our commitment to the industry.
We support many websites, Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Audi and Mercedes. We can’t possible pay to be a vender for all. Also I was asked to come here and review this thread or I never would have found it. Just because I own Granatelli Motor Sports should not mean I need to pay to come to it. I am still an enthusiast and still able to give valid information that helps everyone. – I hope.
Granatelli Makes most of the parts we sell in house. All the suspension parts are Made here in America - FACT
I received an email saying look at this link
On3 meets 3v, predictable results:
http://www.s197forum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=121002
So I clicked on it.
Customer was looking to purchase a long block as asked how to avoid what happened to this gentleman.
I replied and here we are
Happy to be a supporting vender - just don't trouble.
Again just becuase I am in teh car business should not preclude me from going to car websites without having to pay
k, how long till we get more engine gore from this guys poor grenaded engine? would love to see the bores etc