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RICK! Are you still powder coating calipers?

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Old 12-28-2002, 04:26 PM
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I went to Rick's webpage yesterday to order a set of red powder coated calipers and found that the icon for the calipers was gone. I am hoping that he is still offering it. I sent an e-mail, but I thought he or James, or someone else in this know might see this first. If anyone has any info pertaining to Rick's powder coating offer please post.
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Old 12-28-2002, 05:39 PM
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No. People were taking too long to return the cores and one buyer never returned them (or a valve cover), leaving us out over $1,000. So we've discontinued the service. We have a few orders remaining to be filled, and they will be honored.

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What about offering a non-core service? Just sale a new set of calipers that have been power coated.
Old 12-31-2002, 09:06 AM
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That's a shame. One loser ruined it for everyone else. Rick, if there is anyway we can work something out or you end up with an extra set of calipers please don't hesitate to PM me.
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Maybe you could charge full price and offer the core "refund" when the core is returned.

Like how the auto store does w/ your alternator, starter, etc.
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Ok, say we do them ourselves. Can you tell us where to get the "S2000" script logo to put on them? Is that just a sticker?
Old 12-31-2002, 12:43 PM
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I finally reached the person who did not return his core calipers and they'll be coming back next week, so we're going to start accepting orders on our web site again in a few days. But from this point forward, we will strictly enforce the penalites for late return of the cores.
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Cool!
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It is difficult for quality companies like Rick's to continue to offer outstanding service when folks don't play by the rules.

Rick I hope that no one else attempts to take advantage of your generosity in the future, because we will all be on the short end of the stick.

Keep up the great work!

PS I want my calipers in red!

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Cool, so what about he "S2000" logos? Any advice if we are doing it on our own?


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