specv5150

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by daver &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">its true that all shops are going to have problems some where along the line. Most of them don't go over to Japan and extensively test and pull all their engines themselves (probably none do). They order a big crate and they take what they get.

Its when shops try to pull fast ones to get rid of their junk on distant customers etc. that i'd have the problems with.

Did the rusted engine with water in it leave the shop that way? I doubt it, probably the shipping company left it out in the rain some where en route.

The best way to buy an engine is to go pick it out and pick it up yourself. I did that and i still got wrong mounts and axels and parts. The engine was good tho .

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The thing is....whomever's fault it was is irrelevant....my friend got another motor within days. Mess ups can happen..its like you said when they try to pull fast ones or slack on getting a refund/reembursement. I agree that hand picking your motor is best, but some people just cant. I mean for me, the nearest place that sells motors (if anywhere even does in MN) is almost 600 miles away

delsoleddie

I agree

.BigSexy

i had a problem with a company named Ryhtm Motorsports, I ordered a set of coilovers in May and by July, they still had not come in, so I had been trying to get in touch with them, I finally do and they tell me they are on back order, so I am like, OK, i just want a refund, because my credit card had been charged back in MAy, so i had to keep badgering them, and finally this month I got my refund, Ryhtm motorsports has good prices, and good customer service, they wereare real nice, but there shipping sucks!!!!

Pioneer162

ditto about Rythm Motorsports, I've placed 3 orders with them, first was for tsudo N1 exhaust, got it right away no problems, call them back up for skunk2 shifter, ****, replacement bulbs and a high flow cat, I got the shifter, **** and one set of lights no problem, but never got the high flow cat, or h7 lamps, I call and call to talk to Tanner (owner) and he kept giving me run around about back order etc, then he says he'll ship with my next order, I ordered skunk2 springs and camber kits, still no cat, no lamps...now I'm getting pissed, I call everyday and he's out or something, finally I get ahold of him and he says I was refunded to my paypal account oct 2nd, well I checked it and still no money, next day he says to give it 24 hours, I've given it over a week now, called yesterday and he was out for the day! I'm super pissed now and will be calling in a fury this afternoon, if I can pay instantly he should refund instantly....I will NOT be doing any more business with them. PERIOD

.BigSexy

at least u got ur part. lol. i talked to tanner so much while i was trying to get mt coilovers, he was always out and they told me my item was shipped and it was just a big mess, so i wont order from them again.

delvil

Update as of October 15, 2004: On an e-mail sent to Total JDM on Sept. 24, I asked Total JDM: Due to my delays, and in a good faith gesture can you send me an instrument cluster now? Also I will await a status update from your company on my motor order. On Sept. 26, 2004 they replied: We can send you the instrument cluster, but the one you requested is a really rare find. we do not have it in stock right now and it might be quite some time before we do. But you can be assured when we DO get one, it will be shipped to you. This is the last communication I have had from them. There were various e-mails before this one assuring me that they would be receiving the motor within a short time and currently have their staff trying to locate a motor for this situation. That was 9/22/04. I have also questioned the availability of other motors that I would be interested in purchasing, and I have had no response. Again this order was placed on July 22,2004 and as of Oct. 15, I have received NOTHING. It has been close to 90 days since this order was placed. That is a longer than the 3-7 business days that you can expect your engine to arrive after payment has been received stated on their website at the time of my purchase.

The G2 Racer

See this is why I would rather buy a motor at a local place.

Hell I'm hesitant to buy from online stores cause I don't wanna get screwed.

sohcvtec1995

I have also heard good things of honda/acura specialist. that they also do alot of work for the shops

delsoleddie

well its been about 3 weeks and I still have NOTHING no refund for $250 in which they said they shipped out on the 18th. It does not take more than a week to deliver a letter. Also no ECU. They are blowing smoke up my *** AGAIN and I am starting to get really pissed off. Especially when they say one thing and do another. Anyone else with problems with TOTALJDM please let me know. thanks

chad

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by j boy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">thats why i dont mind spending the extra $$ for a clean hassle free motor. *cough*importautosalvage*cough*</TD></TR></TABLE>


cough DITTO cough....

LARRY JR is da man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

delvil

10/26/04 - As of last Saturday (10/16)I put the D-Series motor back into my car! Sunday (10/17), Total JDM sent me an e-mail stating that they apologize for the delay and gave me a choice of cancelling my order and sending me a partial refund (no amount specified) or give them another 7-10 days before the engines clear into the USA warehouse. I replied that evening and inquired about the availability of another motor or more specific information on when my original motor will be shipped. I have heard nothing back from them as of today - my original motor order was placed on 7/22/04 - it's now 10/26! I feel they have had plenty of time to resolve this issue regardless of their situation...we'll see!
Dave DelVillaggio

ekb18cr

i was in the market to buy a b18c-r motor....was about to buy from totaljdm. But now im afraid of them, i think i might buy from hmotorsonline. Maybe, i dont know. those stories scare me. anyone know what is a reputable site that sells engines?

delsoleddie

well well I finally got a check for $275 but I am still waiting on the ECU

delvil

11/10/04- No communication of any kind from Total JDM since 10/17/04. I have sent numerous e-mails and have had no response from Total JDM. The suggested resolutions by Total JDM have not been followed through with, and the situation has not improved. Good luck with everything!!! Dave Del Villaggio

Turbotype

I am with you all the way here...same scenerio and everything...we are delayed if you want you can cancel or get a refund check of $100...fine and as now right now at 1:00am on the 13th of november im am in the dark like you...This really sucks...I need my motor

BrNrUbR

I never really heard too much about them, but if you need a tranny, I got gsr internals sitting in a box in the corner of my room, no grinds or anything. intrested?

green91

NAD Auto in georgia area good folks

delvil

When did you place your motor order with Total JDM? Have they been in contact with you over time? I have sent them numerous e-mails - the last they responded to me was over three weeks ago! Don't know what to do at this point!!
Dave DelVillaggio

Turbotype

I placed the order back on September 20th....They had good contact up until Oct. 22nd...That was the last time i was able to get a response to anything....I hope we didnt get screwed I worked too damn hard for that money to lose it for nothing!

07

wow, they posted in here a long time ago, saying we got the best motors blah blah blah, best customer service,....and what do ya know/????

not suprised

Turbotype

Do you remember what their member name was???

plusONE jboy

goodluck man.. and if they still screw you over, file a complaint with the BBB.

07

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by H22a N IT &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Do you remember what their member name was???</TD></TR></TABLE>

I think it was Total JDM

delvil

Use the search feature and use the name "Total Boost" They were/are also using this business name. Also look in the archived section when doing it. I hope this helps!!! Good luck with everything- Dave Del Villaggio

Turbotype

Keep me updated if you hear anythin and vice versa...