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Old Jun 28, 2011 | 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by chiefboon
Any additional info on a polish option?

Any additional info on optional AC brackets?

Looking forward to more installed pictures on customers' cars, looks like a great product
We can get the intercooler pipes polished, only trouble is finding a reliable place to do it. The a/c brackets are going to get fabbed with this batch of intercooler kits.

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It does look like a great product. I hope you are making money on these - I'd like to see you stick around!
We definitely will be around


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My eyes bug out when I see your email past 11:00pm pst, I would assume that is 1:00 or even 2:00 am your time? You guys have dedication.
Haha yeah that is 2am, we are pretty dedicated.

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The days dont seem to go by fast enough....
For us they go by too fast! Just a quick update- all the intercoolers have had the support bungs welded on, the radiators have the support bungs welded on and inlets outlets modified/welded. New side mount brackets, duct work, and lower mounts are in process. So everything is coming together nicely.
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Old Jun 28, 2011 | 08:31 PM
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Nice!!
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Old Jun 28, 2011 | 11:08 PM
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Nice!!
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I'm really looking forward to this kit! Keep up the great work you guys!
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Old Jul 1, 2011 | 04:32 PM
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hmmm, update would be nice? Not trying to bash anyone here, but lately many vendors has been telling us that they are getting things done and cannot hold the original promise. At first you stated that it takes 3 weeks turn around time, and since payment its been 2 months.

I know you guys are working hard and all, but I strongly believe that if it cannot be done within a time frame DONT start it.

Again, I know this is/will be a great product however I've been giving the run-around in this GB. If I knew it would take this long (2 months since payment), I couldve waited 2 months and used the money somewhere else whereas I am sitting here out of 1200 waiting and waiting.

Seriously Vendors, if you say X amount of time, stick to that or dont even start the GB.

Sorry Logan, this is not just towards you but this has been like a "trent" in many of the GBs lately and I just need to let that out.

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Old Jul 2, 2011 | 09:16 PM
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I gave a update a couple days ago, its hard to get on more than once every few days. I totally understand the frustration, we do not enjoy taking longer any more than anyone else. The intercoolers being on back order were the biggest setback of about a month. Especially when I checked ahead of time and they were "suppose" to be in stock. But I do give apologies to everyone for the increased wait.
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Old Jul 3, 2011 | 02:19 AM
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Yes or No??? Can all the buyers recieve their purchase items at the end of this month now that things are progressing. Working 10hr days should leave PLENTY of room for completion I believe.

There's 200 hrs after July 4th and not including weekends for completion of 5 kits. Very resonable I believe.

Happy 4th everyone!!
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Old Jul 3, 2011 | 11:14 AM
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I feel i know how all the long hours effect everyone.
I've been working 12 to 16 hours 7 days a week since april 25. And finally got 2 days off. I still have until October 7 working the same schedule. I'm definatly burned out that's for sure.
I'm know everyone is in different stages of their build and have learned that patients is a vertue that we all need to enable in to our selves. **** happens I am aware of that.
As for AzEs comment about the other GBs around here i agree.
Logan: keep up the good work I'll continue my support in this GB for a great product.

So what do you think of throwing in something for the delay? Lol
Say.... Uhm the ic ducting for the hood. Jk but if you could that would be great.

Well bs aside keep up the good work Logan.
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Old Jul 5, 2011 | 11:30 PM
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Originally Posted by abc
Yes or No??? Can all the buyers recieve their purchase items at the end of this month now that things are progressing. Working 10hr days should leave PLENTY of room for completion I believe.

There's 200 hrs after July 4th and not including weekends for completion of 5 kits. Very resonable I believe.

Happy 4th everyone!!
Everyone will have the kits before the end of the month.
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I feel i know how all the long hours effect everyone.
I've been working 12 to 16 hours 7 days a week since april 25. And finally got 2 days off. I still have until October 7 working the same schedule. I'm definatly burned out that's for sure.
I'm know everyone is in different stages of their build and have learned that patients is a vertue that we all need to enable in to our selves. **** happens I am aware of that.
As for AzEs comment about the other GBs around here i agree.
Logan: keep up the good work I'll continue my support in this GB for a great product.

So what do you think of throwing in something for the delay? Lol
Say.... Uhm the ic ducting for the hood. Jk but if you could that would be great.

Well bs aside keep up the good work Logan.

We will see what we can do. The margin on these kits is already so low, hard to afford to throw in much. :/ We appreciate the support!
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by GtoRx7.
Everyone will have the kits before the end of the month.
Sweet! Just in time for my birthday

Originally Posted by GtoRx7.
We will see what we can do. The margin on these kits is already so low, hard to afford to throw in much. :/ We appreciate the support!
Maybe some "Defined Autoworks" Decals/ stickers
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 07:38 AM
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Oh well thought I'd give it a try. I knew it was a long shot. Keep up the good work.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 09:23 AM
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Hey, sorry if i missed this, But i could not see it on here or on your site. What is shipping? and I'm in BC, Canada, is that a problem? and about the venting that is extra, what hood is that ment to fit with? any? os a particular reverse cowel type?
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 11:33 PM
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Hey, sorry if i missed this, But i could not see it on here or on your site. What is shipping? and I'm in BC, Canada, is that a problem? and about the venting that is extra, what hood is that ment to fit with? any? os a particular reverse cowel type?
Shipping to canada is not a problem. Would have to look it up. They ship in two or three boxes, and in the U.S was about $100 or so. The venting would be designed to work with the stock hood once cut to match the square of the ducting.
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 12:04 AM
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So if one were to order one of these after you guys finish the first gb, how long would it theoretically take?
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 01:58 AM
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Originally Posted by tv4184
So if one were to order one of these after you guys finish the first gb, how long would it theoretically take?
That was my next question! :P haha!
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by GtoRx7.
Shipping to canada is not a problem. Would have to look it up. They ship in two or three boxes, and in the U.S was about $100 or so. The venting would be designed to work with the stock hood once cut to match the square of the ducting.
So to be efficive youd have to cut the hood? or do you mean cut the venting? lol sorry its late :P
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Old Jul 7, 2011 | 06:53 AM
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Sorry for the mess I've caused Logan. You should post a pic of your hood to give an idea of what is meant.
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Old Jul 8, 2011 | 02:29 PM
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I may be able to help on this one...

I bought the car in the pics in this thread. I'm pretty sure this is what he is talking about as far as cutting the hood:




...I know where you can find a hood with a square hole cut in it but I'm not sure it would be easy to ship.
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Old Jul 8, 2011 | 08:41 PM
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wow! thats pretty sick! :P but i think i do like the look of the reverse cowl a bit more :P that being said, i dont own my FD yet haha. but just waiting on the bank! :P anyways, back on topic. so if i were to order one of these what is the ETA abouts?
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Old Jul 8, 2011 | 09:37 PM
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Originally Posted by CKxx
I may be able to help on this one...

I bought the car in the pics in this thread. I'm pretty sure this is what he is talking about as far as cutting the hood:




...I know where you can find a hood with a square hole cut in it but I'm not sure it would be easy to ship.
Not to get off topic bbbbuuutttt....
Where About do you live? And how much? 
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Old Jul 8, 2011 | 11:02 PM
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You wouldn't happen to have anymore completed engine bay pictures would you?
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Old Jul 11, 2011 | 11:32 PM
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Damn no bumps in 3 days. Wow

Any updates?
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by shmacklepap
You wouldn't happen to have anymore completed engine bay pictures would you?
If this question was for me, no I do not. I bought it stripped as a rolling chassis.
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by tv4184
So if one were to order one of these after you guys finish the first gb, how long would it theoretically take?
We will have to take at least a 2 week break after these are finished to catch up on the large car projects in the shop. Once another group buy starts I will just say 1-3 months to cover ourselves. This is a extremely busy time of year!


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Sorry for the mess I've caused Logan. You should post a pic of your hood to give an idea of what is meant.
Haha no you havent caused a mess. I am glad CK chimed in for me


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Damn no bumps in 3 days. Wow

Any updates?
The heat here in ohio is killing us, but we are trucking through. TIG welding is difficult with sweat going in your eyes, and no fan can be used. Otherwise we are trying to get 2-3 kits out this week, and 3 more in the two weeks after. I have a full day of tuning to do on thursday this week and tuesday next week. Otherwise I am on the v-mounts solely. Peter has been finishing up the car projects that need to go out, but starting friday he should be free.
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Right on. I know the heat has been killer. We go back into the 100s next week. Well keep up the good work. Thanks for the update.
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