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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 09:30 PM
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buying parts off the internet

how many of you buy performance parts off the interent?
Do you have any good sites to recommend?

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Old Feb 23, 2013 | 09:36 PM
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That's a pretty vague question. What parts are you looking for? Seeing where you are located, alot of parts will probably be easier for you to get locally unless you are looking for something specifically made by one of the US manufacturers.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 11:44 PM
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Its hard to find good information on suspension setups. Yep its definatley easy to find parts here but i dont know who to ask. The sales staff obviously doesnt have a clue on what they are selling
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 11:44 PM
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is there any websites where i can find information on let say, HKS hypermax, Apexi, Cusco comparisons and reviews?
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 12:04 PM
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People have used those brands on this forum, so you can find the information here with a thorough search. I know people that have used the Apexi with success. For the price that they cost, I would use those over some of the Taiwan brands that are popular on this forum. Just keep in mind for around $1000 you aren't going to get the best of anything. It will be okay. And depending if you are using the car for mostly street driving, you may not want a full coilover. I ran with the OEM Bilsteins and springs for about 5 years and I really liked them alot.
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 03:54 PM
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i used maperformance, lancershop, stm. all with good results. map screwed up once because their sales guy didn't know what he was talking about. stm seemed knowledgeable on their parts and lancershop was helpful when it counted.
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 04:16 PM
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i used maperformance, lancershop, stm. all with good results. map screwed up once because their sales guy didn't know what he was talking about. stm seemed knowledgeable on their parts and lancershop was helpful when it counted.
I'm sorry to hear of your issues with my sales staff. We've encountered some turn over in the last year or so which may account for your experience, but I feel our current sales team is our best yet. If there is anything I can do to make up for your poor experience please let me know.
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Old Mar 2, 2013 | 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by ChrisCarey
I'm sorry to hear of your issues with my sales staff. We've encountered some turn over in the last year or so which may account for your experience, but I feel our current sales team is our best yet. If there is anything I can do to make up for your poor experience please let me know.
it's ok. i was able to sell the part and make some money back. i'll still continue to buy parts from your store.
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 12:52 PM
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I've always had good results with MAP, RHDJapan, and Cobb
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 12:57 PM
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yup same here, MAP, ETS, COBB, all great A+
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 06:29 PM
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MAP has always been my go to vendor... great customer service, prices, and fast shipping.
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