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02-24-2016, 01:47 PM
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So I braved the terrible weather and drove from Oxford to Swansea, found the place no problem, and found Mr Smith to be pretty much as described...that is to say 'outspoken'. I stayed downstairs watching him work and 'listening' for a good 3 hours, before he suggested I go upstairs and watch a film and warm up, which I did.
The new black hood is exactly as I expected also. It's not OEM but it is superb value for money. I have yet to spot any aspect or detail that annoys. Jack cleared out the drainage tubes, and fitted the Modifry roof elastics and after I settled the £290, I was off home in even worse weather!
Early days obviously, but highly recommended.
He did mention that a recent S2000 owner has yet to settle their bill...
The new black hood is exactly as I expected also. It's not OEM but it is superb value for money. I have yet to spot any aspect or detail that annoys. Jack cleared out the drainage tubes, and fitted the Modifry roof elastics and after I settled the £290, I was off home in even worse weather!
Early days obviously, but highly recommended.
He did mention that a recent S2000 owner has yet to settle their bill...
Not sure how someone can leave without paying their bill?!
02-24-2016, 01:59 PM
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Quite uncomfortable to say the least. He is entitled to his views, but I disagree with them and do not wish to be debating/ attempted to be 'persuaded' into his way of thinking.
02-24-2016, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by petrolhead88' timestamp='1455476471' post='23880551
BCA - can you expand on the racist comment?
I had no issues at Jack Smiths, I'm British Asian myself hence intrigued by your comment. My roof is still water tight 1 month on so no complaints with his work, can't stand racists though.
I had no issues at Jack Smiths, I'm British Asian myself hence intrigued by your comment. My roof is still water tight 1 month on so no complaints with his work, can't stand racists though.
Quite uncomfortable to say the least. He is entitled to his views, but I disagree with them and do not wish to be debating/ attempted to be 'persuaded' into his way of thinking.
02-26-2016, 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by BCA' timestamp='1456354784' post='23890213
[quote name='petrolhead88' timestamp='1455476471' post='23880551']
BCA - can you expand on the racist comment?
I had no issues at Jack Smiths, I'm British Asian myself hence intrigued by your comment. My roof is still water tight 1 month on so no complaints with his work, can't stand racists though.
BCA - can you expand on the racist comment?
I had no issues at Jack Smiths, I'm British Asian myself hence intrigued by your comment. My roof is still water tight 1 month on so no complaints with his work, can't stand racists though.
Quite uncomfortable to say the least. He is entitled to his views, but I disagree with them and do not wish to be debating/ attempted to be 'persuaded' into his way of thinking.
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I recommend that yes, wanted to give people a heads up so that they can do that if they are similarly uncomfortable with such talk. I've probably made it seem softer than it was, but I got in my car after and thought 'thank fcuk I don't have to go through that again!'
Roof update; it's great still. Water tight, looks better and is quieter in normal driving. Had the top down for the first time since getting it done today for a quick blast, almost forgot how much fun it is without the roof up.
02-27-2016, 05:12 AM
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02-27-2016, 02:12 PM
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I can confirm there are taxis in Swansea ?!?!?!?!
To anyone that has a mind of their own though you can tune out the stuff you don't agree with and have an effective conversation with topics that are more agreeable, whch we did have.
I wasn't trapped. I just couldn't go for a stroll.... hope that's ok.
Fitted the roof liner today, roof is nice and tight, a few stray threads, excess glue to clean up...very very minor issues.
To anyone that has a mind of their own though you can tune out the stuff you don't agree with and have an effective conversation with topics that are more agreeable, whch we did have.
I wasn't trapped. I just couldn't go for a stroll.... hope that's ok.
Fitted the roof liner today, roof is nice and tight, a few stray threads, excess glue to clean up...very very minor issues.