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Oakes · 11-05-2009, 09:26 AM

Well, I took it in...2 weeks or so ago because the brakes were pulsing, the rotors were warped but the pads were fine. So they turned the rotors under warranty, I was driving it this week, and they became even worse so I took it back. They said the rotors need to be replaced, under warranty using Ford OEM parts, which is what I wanted anyway - screw motorcraft parts. Problem is, they don't have any in stock and there was no sense in taking the car off the lift only to put it back on. They should get in today or tomorrow.

I also just had them replace the pads with carbon-ceramics so they are actually worth something.

OMGz Turbo · 11-05-2009, 09:27 AM

Morning guys hows everyone today

Oakes- Wheres the fusion?

HickRocket1258 · 11-05-2009, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Oakes

Well, I took it in...2 weeks or so ago because the brakes were pulsing, the rotors were warped but the pads were fine. So they turned the rotors under warranty, I was driving it this week, and they became even worse so I took it back. They said the rotors need to be replaced, under warranty using Ford OEM parts, which is what I wanted anyway - screw motorcraft parts. Problem is, they don't have any in stock and there was no sense in taking the car off the lift only to put it back on. They should get in today or tomorrow.

I also just had them replace the pads with carbon-ceramics so they are actually worth something.

At least that's all under warranty. My girlfriend's hatch on her Hyundai suv got stuck out of nowhere, so we need to see if that's still under warranty and her power seat on the passengers side. That car is so messed up.

Oakes · 11-05-2009, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by angdefeo

Keep on posting your work. You should be busy, you do great work.

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Originally Posted by HickRocket1258

He does do great work, but unless you are loaded, who has the money to get a complete detail. Just a tough economy in general.

Yeah, the more I reach out the better, there are surprisingly a lot of people out there willing to pay to have their cars done right. Detailing like my own is far and few between, there are definitely guys that do similar detailing around but just for hobby for friends and such. It's still crazy to think that I'm really on the "cheap" side of the spectrum...

CHAOS · 11-05-2009, 09:40 AM

angelo, i havent been ignoring you. lol. which subaru of yours did you want to do the sound protection on?

HickRocket1258 · 11-05-2009, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Oakes

Yeah, the more I reach out the better, there are surprisingly a lot of people out there willing to pay to have their cars done right. Detailing like my own is far and few between, there are definitely guys that do similar detailing around but just for hobby for friends and such. It's still crazy to think that I'm really on the "cheap" side of the spectrum...

I'm sure there's places that charge like $500 yes, but who knows. Again realize some of the people you are getting, people that can throw out the cash.

lownslow95 · 11-05-2009, 09:44 AM

Feel like **** this morning. It feels like my head is in a vice.

Oakes · 11-05-2009, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by HickRocket1258

I'm sure there's places that charge like $500 yes, but who knows. Again realize some of the people you are getting, people that can throw out the cash.

Some of my details go into the $500 range...and it's still cheap. Comparable shops, that use the same products/methods are seen with prices as high as $2k for a detail....averaging around 800-1k. They're still busy too.

Yes, it is a higher end market, but once I get things rolling, I'll be able to market to everyone. Hopefully even become a retailer of products as well.

russiankid · 11-05-2009, 09:53 AM

I worked out for the first time on Tuesday, it was the first time since May. Well now I cannot extend my elbow out all the way. Looks like I won't be working out to day.

HickRocket1258 · 11-05-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Oakes

Some of my details go into the $500 range...and it's still cheap. Comparable shops, that use the same products/methods are seen with prices as high as $2k for a detail....averaging around 800-1k. They're still busy too.

Yes, it is a higher end market, but once I get things rolling, I'll be able to market to everyone. Hopefully even become a retailer of products as well.

Well I did not know that. You must be very proud of yourself right now, except it's going to catch up to you in the long run if you can't get others to help. Need help by the way?

Roto · 11-05-2009, 09:56 AM

Sam, you should work a different group today anyway... or may be job or something...

angdefeo · 11-05-2009, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by CHAOS

angelo, i havent been ignoring you. lol. which subaru of yours did you want to do the sound protection on?

I want to do it on the '07.

jpalamar · 11-05-2009, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by russiankid

I worked out for the first time on Tuesday, it was the first time since May. Well now I cannot extend my elbow out all the way. Looks like I won't be working out to day.

Stretching is the key.

russiankid · 11-05-2009, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Roto

Sam, you should work a different group today anyway... or may be job or something...

I would but I can't even make my arms straight without pain. So I will wait till next week to work on another group.

russiankid · 11-05-2009, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jpalamar

Stretching is the key.

It is and I have tried but it still hurts like a mother****er.

Anyway, I am off to class. Hopefully not to much traffic,

CHAOS · 11-05-2009, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by angdefeo

I want to do it on the '07.

ok. hmmm...

this is the stuff id recommend.
http://www.crutchfield.com/g_181250/...t.html?tp=2277

im not sure how much we'd need to cover all the area... id almost assume one of those big packs would help alot.

OMGz Turbo · 11-05-2009, 10:04 AM

Last time i lifted i was benching 250lbs and leg pressing 800lbs. I could NEVER break the 250 mark though, that was even doing 3-4 reps of 10

angdefeo · 11-05-2009, 10:05 AM

HickRocket - i agree with you on your point that getting a detail from Oakes is not cheap. But for lazy people like myself who do not have a garage, driveway, tools, or time to do a full detail on their car, choose to spend the money to have a pro like Oakes do it for them instead.

I dont think its throwing money around. Its just a trade off which i choose to pay some one else to get something done so i can spend that time caring for my family or just having free time to do nothing. I value my time away from work and consider it precious. Like many things in life its about finding a balance.

OMGz Turbo · 11-05-2009, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by CHAOS

ok. hmmm...

this is the stuff id recommend.
http://www.crutchfield.com/g_181250/...t.html?tp=2277

im not sure how much we'd need to cover all the area... id almost assume one of those big packs would help alot.

dynamat is overpriced. There are other options that are extremely comparable and cheaper

Roto · 11-05-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by russiankid

I would but I can't even make my arms straight without pain. So I will wait till next week to work on another group.

wuss

11-05-2009, 09:26 AM	#56821
Oakes Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Chester Member #4384 My Ride: 2010 Mercedes Benz E63 AMG iTrader: (0)	Well, I took it in...2 weeks or so ago because the brakes were pulsing, the rotors were warped but the pads were fine. So they turned the rotors under warranty, I was driving it this week, and they became even worse so I took it back. They said the rotors need to be replaced, under warranty using Ford OEM parts, which is what I wanted anyway - screw motorcraft parts. Problem is, they don't have any in stock and there was no sense in taking the car off the lift only to put it back on. They should get in today or tomorrow. I also just had them replace the pads with carbon-ceramics so they are actually worth something. __________________ Team Oakes: I dont give a ****!

11-05-2009, 09:27 AM	#56822
OMGz Turbo Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ltown Member #3108 My Ride: 01' WS6..That whistles...01' Explorer 5.slow iTrader: (0)	Morning guys hows everyone today Oakes- Wheres the fusion? __________________ loading HATERS.....99% ████████████████] NO ONE CARES ABOUT BEING TTT APPROVED

11-05-2009, 09:53 AM	#56829
russiankid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lincoln University PA Member #7769 My Ride: 2012 Scion tC iTrader: (0)	I worked out for the first time on Tuesday, it was the first time since May. Well now I cannot extend my elbow out all the way. Looks like I won't be working out to day. __________________ 2012' Scion tC 6-speed M/T.

11-05-2009, 10:04 AM	#56837
OMGz Turbo Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ltown Member #3108 My Ride: 01' WS6..That whistles...01' Explorer 5.slow iTrader: (0)	Last time i lifted i was benching 250lbs and leg pressing 800lbs. I could NEVER break the 250 mark though, that was even doing 3-4 reps of 10 __________________ loading HATERS.....99% ████████████████] NO ONE CARES ABOUT BEING TTT APPROVED

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